Nature Contained

Wednesday David, Ken and I met up with Sarah Spongberg of Sarah B Spongberg Interiors, for a fun-filled day of prop styling at Quansett Farm for a Boston Globe photo shoot. It is always great to work with Sarah; her interiors are simple, organic, luxurious and practical. Boy, it’s so refreshing to meet smart, cozy, talented women!

We decided to go over to Sarah’s early to pick up some props and caffeinate before the shoot. While we were there, Sarah pointed out her ever so special, Osage-orange tree (Maclura pomifera) or hedge apple which happens to be dropping its chartreuse, brain textured, orb shaped fruit. This tree is HUGE. In fact, it is the largest in New England; the plant is native to Central United States and only a handful of large specimens reside in the area. What a great last minute prop addition!

Here they are in action at the photoshoot!

We brought some fruit back to the shop where David created this fresh vignette. I love how they look all pilled up in the tall glass vessels.