For moments that matter. Slow down. Create. Connect.
Places and Portraits mission is to create journals and tools that help you to slow down, connect with yourself, and find beauty in the everyday.
Philosophy
Life becomes richer when we pause to notice the small things — a fleeting thought, a quiet moment, a shift in perspective. My work is rooted in the belief that creativity, reflection, and kindness can transform how we experience our days.
Founder
“I’ve always been drawn to beauty in the everyday — the way light falls on a table, the quiet moments that often go unnoticed, the stories hidden in small details. ” Photography became my way of capturing small moments, and journaling turned into the space where I could process, reflect, and dream.
Over time, I realized that what I truly wanted was to create tools that encourage others to do the same: to slow down, notice more, and connect deeply with themselves and the world around them. That’s how these journals were born.
My hope is that these journals bring a sense of clarity, inspiration, and joy. That they help you nurture your creativity, find meaning in small moments, and move toward the life you want to create.
Because at the heart of it all, I believe life isn’t about rushing through — it’s about noticing, reflecting, and celebrating the everyday magic that’s already here.
“For me, journaling and photography are ways of holding onto magic — reminders that even the simplest moments carry meaning when we choose to see them.” – Anne Pannecke