Resources

Here are some resources and other goodies to add some fun little touches to your next occasion or gathering, and they're all free! Happy downloading!

Here it is! My highly requested home kitchen, pantry and fridge TOUR for 2020.

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Heading to California soon? Here’s a curated list of the places and sights Mike and I loved on our recent trip.
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I just love this time of the year! I have so many beautiful memories from past Christmases, especially around gift-giving time!

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I am SUPER excited to be hosting, along with my husband Mike, our first

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If you’re looking for a new music playlist for your next gathering (or for just around the house), then you’ve come to the right place!

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It’s nearly CHRISTMAS again… and this year (after the popularity of last years super

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Paris… cobbled laneways, stunning architecture, and immaculately dressed Parisians riding effortlessly through the streets...

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Some of my favourite places to eat in Melbourne have music playlists nearly as good as the food they serve.

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A Christmas lunch isn’t complete without wearing those colourful crepe paper crowns found in Christmas bon bons.

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Don’t you just love the joy of preparing a gift for someone you love? I know I do!

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I think that the environment in which we dine is often just as important as the meal itself.
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Hi there wonderful people! I've been nice and busy creating and sketching up some new printable invites for you all.
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Link Love

Here is a growing list of links to helpful posts, beautiful products and sites I've discovered and love.

 

 

PHOTOGRAPHY & DESIGN

My husband Mike works in film and design and over the last year has been teaching me all there is to know about photography (thanks love!). Here's a rundown on some of the cameras, lenses and software we use to create all you see on the site.

Canon EOS 6D Digital SLR Camera - I use this camera for the majority of my food photography. It's a great full frame camera and $1500 cheaper than its popular older brother the 5D Mark III. If you're after more of an entry-level DSLR camera then check out the 70D or the 700D.

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Lens - I love this lens for its sharpness, high speed and optimum range. It's my go-to lens on shoots and when travelling. If you were to invest in one quality lens this would be my recommendation. I have also used and read some great reviews on the Tamron 24-70 f/2.8 which is $800 cheaper.

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Lens - This was the first lens I ever purchased and perfect for anyone starting out in photography. It's sharp, great in low light and great value at $125.

Adobe Photoshop CC - I edit all my photos using Adobe Camera Raw and Adobe Photoshop CC.

VSCO FILM | ACR Photo Filter Presets - VSCO have some great products for creatives. I often use their film pack presets 01 and 02 for postprocessing my photos.

VSCO Cam for IOS & Android - My go-to photo post processing app on my smartphone.

Afterlight for IOS & Android - Another great photo post processing app.

For some beautifully well-made, curated free fonts, check out the Lost Type Co-Op and The League of Moveable Type.

 

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I’m Ashley, welcome to Gather & Feast. A site full of delicious food, simple wholesome recipes & the occasional sweet treat. x  

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