Pantone's Fall 2014 Color Report

Fall is here, at least according to my sock drawer which is now filled with my woolies rather than my thin cotton ones for the warmer months. According to Pantone we will see a lot of color this fall, not only on the trees but also on fashion icons and in the stores.

The Mermaid Pearl Divers of Japan

In the waters off the Japanese coast pearl diving is both difficult and dangerous.  This occupation was often forced upon women slaves in its early history. These women, known as the "Ama" or Sea Women have been diving successfully for perhaps 2000 years. While the profession's numbers are dwindling, with many of those remaining in their 90's, they are very proud of this tradition and their role in this profession.

Photograph by  Yoshiyuki Iwas