Naturally beautiful: the art of Nicole Allen

 All photos: OLM Staff As I walk up the steps of the old Standard Bread Company building at 951 Gladstone Avenue, I wonder if I’ve come to the right place. The only reason I press the bell for the third floor buzzer is the sign above the door marking The

Feeling Inspired: The Manotick Art Association

 The Manotick Art Association (MAA) has found a way to run Inspirations, their biannual art show and sale. But in 2020, this has not been easy. “Our annual show…is typically held in April, so we postponed it to the end of August, hoping that we would be able to hold

Fresh Start

 With fresh tulips at the market and spring fashions marking a path toward warmer weather, I sort through my closet to hide away all of my winter staples and clear some space for new additions. I’ve always found that by assessing what I need (and want) for the coming season,

Cottage Life

 Feature Photo by Ping Hu / Alex is wearing an off-the-should dress by Ralph Lauren $119 Nautical Stripe Joe Fresh $19 Teva Original Universal Sandals $99 at the Hudson's Bay From Gatineau to Muskoka, Ottawans are fleeing the city heat in search of the laid-back lake lifestyle. If you stick with the

In Full Bloom

 Above: Kate Spade / Michael Kors / Kate Spade / Michael Kors / Kate Spade Never Have Florals For Spring Felt Fresher From Kate Spade to Michael Kors, floral prints are all over the spring/summer runways. From graphic to abstract, the trend is easy to incorporate into your current wardrobe and