Gift Guide for Creative Photographers (who love to travel!)
Let’s talk about the art of gift-giving. If you’re shopping for a creative soul, you know the drill: we’re not here for basic, boring, or beige. No, we want the kind of gifts that inspire, delight, and maybe even give a little nudge toward the next masterpiece—or adventure. Lucky for you, I’ve done the legwork and curated a dreamy gift guide that’s packed with treasures for the colorful, creative people in your life.
And let’s be real, this guide isn’t just for gifting others. It’s packed with magic you’ll want to treat yourself to as well. After all, you deserve a little something special under the tree (or in your cart), right?
For the Creatives Who Wander Far and Wide
This year, I’ve found the perfect charms to adorn yourself with—little treasures that reflect your far-flung adventures. Whether you’re dreaming of the salty breeze on a Croatian boat, a quiet moment in Morocco, or all the dolce indulgences Italy has to offer, these charms are designed to stir your soul. Bonus points: they pair beautifully with my Art of Life Creativity Retreats, where you can sketch, paint, and photograph your way through some of the most inspiring destinations in the world.
And let’s not forget, gifting yourself a retreat—from you to you—is the ultimate self-care move. A week of creativity, exploration, and indulgence? That’s what I call wrapping up the year (and yourself) in the best kind of bow.
For the Home that Needs More ‘Wow’
Let’s talk about walls. Are yours screaming for a glow-up? My Limited Edition Fine Art Pop-Up Shop is officially live, and let me tell you, it’s bold, exclusive, and full of conversation starters. From vibrant prints to snarky selections (like my fave, the Merry B*tch photo), this collection is a celebration of creativity.
These pieces are only available for a short time (Dec 25)—once they’re gone, they’re gone. Don’t let your walls stay basic when they could be basking in brilliance. You make magic for everyone else during the holidays; it’s time to make a little mischief for yourself.
For the Creatives Who Love Nostalgia (Hello, Millennials and Gen X)
Need a dose of old-school charm? Add a Polaroid printer to your cart. There’s something undeniably magical about the instant gratification of watching your memories develop in real time. It’s the kind of nostalgia that sparks joy and creativity in equal measure.
And if you’re itching to flex your photo skills, check out the Cyanotype kit. It’s perfect for Life Feast-inspired, easy photo art projects that let you blend creativity with a touch of vintage flair.
For the Photography Curious Creatives
Speaking of photography, if there’s a shiny new phone on your wish list (or in your hands already), now’s the time to learn how to use it like a pro. My Life Feast program is here to teach you the art of creative iPhone photography. Whether you’re looking to capture everyday beauty or shoot something worthy of your next gallery wall, this course will help you see the world through a more artistic lens.
Wrapping it All Up
This isn’t just a gift guide—it’s an invitation to celebrate creativity, wanderlust, and a little self-love. Whether you’re hunting for that perfect something for a friend or looking for a “just because” treat for yourself, this guide has you covered.
Stay snarky, stay fabulous,
Lizzie
Creator, The Life Feast 💃🎨
1. Picturing Joy by George Lange
I gifted everyone in the Life Feast this fantastic book last January 2024 and had George give a talk in our Life Feast membership. His work is phenomenal.
You can add on a 5x7 signed print from George for a photographic bundle of $100 (book and signed print). I love this one George took of Jerry Seinfeld back in the day!
2. Camera charm - JetSet Candy in collaboration with Anthropologie
3. Dubrovnik, Croatia bag tag charm (to go with my retreat to Croatia Sept 6-13, 2025!!! Hit reply if you want to be on the VIP early notification list when this is ready to book - happening very soon)
4. Morocco passport stamp charm (to go with my retreat to Morocco (just 2 rooms left!!!): April 22-30, 2025!)
5. Italy passport stamp charm (you guessed it! To go with one of my retreats to Italy!)
6. Air tags (these are my MUST for travel - they help me keep track of my camera, suitcase, wallet) and at home, these are the only way I ever know where my car keys are!
7. Watercolor Pocket Guide by Volta Voloshin-Smith. Volta is an awesome teacher and she even taught mindful watercolor painting in the Life Feast last winter. Yes! You can still watch the replay of this awesome workshop in the Life Feast online program.
8. Hilarious wooden spoons with faces printed on them. I hadn't thought of printing photos on wooden spoons, but I'm so glad someone else did. These are so funny and fabulous and a few lucky recipients on my list are getting these with their own mug on them!
9. Cyanotype Kit - we have been playing with Cyanotype printing in the Life Feast and it's the best of both the digital and analog art world. Yes! There's a whole mini workshop from Lori Biaggi teaching you the exact steps for making your own negatives and printing them in the sunshine. Buy the supplies, then join the Life Feast and we will teach you how to do it all!
10. Polaroid Lab printer - this was my favorite toy from Christmas 2023. I took this to Tuscany this past fall for my retreat andplayed with Polaroid emulsion lifts. I also used this to print old school photos from my travles and put them in my Art of Life travel journal.
11. Learn Photography in Sardinia with me! This fun bunch enjoyed Sardinia on an Art of Life Creativity Retreat with me and Weatherly Stroh last spring. It was a magical week. There are still rooms available, doubles, singles and the absolutely incredibly fabulous luxury suite! Snatch them up while they are still at the early bird booking rate (May 3-9, 2025).
12. Photo Trouvee magazine
Subscribe to the digital subscription or buy a limited edition print copy. The fabulous co-founder of Photo Trouvee, Juliana Naufels, taught us photo embroidery in the Life Feast last winter. Her workshop is still available through the end of December in The Life Feast. Buy it now, watch whenever you want and learn this empowering and beautiful way to adorn vintage photos.
13. Buy a framed fine art photo or unframed print from me. This is a sneak peek and a Christmas only pop up shop. Grab these limited release merry minis before the shop closes on Dec 25th. Grand opening coming in 2025 with the full collection. You can get a sneak peek here and take home a gorgeous snowy ski photo, a red grid wall or something from the Christmas Snark collection right now, but grab them soon as this pop up online shop is only up through the holidays!
14. Coach with me! I have 4 spots open right now for coaching clients. 6-week, 3-month and 6-month options to ignite your creative spark and get you FEASTING and flourishing in life. Or book a one-time 90-minute creative clarity session for $250. Email me for details.
15. JOIN THE LIFE FEAST! Doors are closing soon and you won't be able to join the Life Feast membership until March 2025, so don't delay. Buy as a gift from you to YOU.
EXTRA IDEAS FROM THE LIFE FEAST (past & future!)
A few extra ideas from some of the other amazing guest experts in The Life Feast in 2024!!!
Embrace Your Emotions - creative self care journal
Jennifer King Lindley
There are tons of creative exercises in there - and a photo one from me all about managing the ups and downs in life and using creativity to cope! Jennifer led a workshop in 2024 for us and YES, if you join the Life Feast right now, you can still get access to that workshop recording.
