The ONA Journal

Photographer Profile: Wesley Taylor

We love portrait and lifestyle photographer Wesley Taylor's vision of helping people "celebrate the things that make life worth living—spending time with those you love; enjoying good food, drinks and music; and creating a home that refreshes and reflects who you are."

profiles

Photographer Profile: Carrie Hartsfield

"The impacts of global warming are right in my face. I see them and feel them everyday. Having these things in front of me challenges me to share their story with others."

in my ona

What's in Cubby Graham's Backpack

Photographer and charity: water Social Media Strategist Cubby Graham shares what tools of the trade he packs in his ONA Clifton backpack.

Where ONA Goes

Washington Coast with Berty Mandagie and the Clifton Backpack

Seattle-based photographer Berty Mandagie shares how he got into photography and some photos from his recent trip to the Washington Coast.

Where ONA Goes

How to Banff by Ryan Longnecker

Photographer Ryan Longneck shares his tips for visiting and photographing Banff National Park.

Events

The First Fall Colors: Our Central Park Photo Walk with Mat Rick & Moment

Last week, we teamed with photographer Mat Rick and Moment to host a Central Park photo walk to capture the first colors of fall. Here are some of our favorite shots from the walk.

Collaboration

Announcing: The Leica Collection by ONA

We're proud to announce a new partnership with Leica Camera AG on an expansive collection of Leica-inspired bags for the modern photographer, to be sold exclusively through 200 Leica stores and boutiques worldwide.

Photographer Profile

Photographer Profile: Portland's Nicole Mason

Our profile of Portland photographer Nicole Mason and some highlights from her portfolio that showcase her pitch-perfect grasp of light, texture, and tone.

Founder Profile

Creative Profile: Julie Van Daele of LA's WELL RECEIVED

Julie Van Daele is the founder of WELL RECEIVED, which—among other things—creates timeless stationery that embraces raw materials and textures. In our Q&A, she shares the story and process behind her brand and her creative influences.

Behind the Scenes

Where ONA Goes: Street-Style at New York Fashion Week

Brooklyn-based photographer, Mark Iantosca, shares insight on what it's like to be a fashion photographer and some street-style looks he captured outside the runway shows during this year's New York Fashion Week.

Photographer Profile

A Week in the Life of Dan Rubin

We follow photographer Dan Rubin as he launches a Kickstarter and a Skillshare class, photographs three different cities, and attends the unveiling of a certain smartphone in SF.

The Bowery

Introducing the Black Leather Collection

For the first time, we're releasing five of our most popular silhouettes in full-grain black leather. Here's a first look at the bags, and how five of the most talented people we know are putting the collection to use in their daily creative lives.

Photographer Profile

Exploring Croatia with Mat Rick

As a child, Mat Rick tagged along on archaeological adventures with his parents and found himself fascinated with the film cameras on the digs. The many excavations and the focus on documenting and uncovering stories helped stoke Mat’s life’s passion and career as a photographer. In his work, one feels this heritage, in the great value he places on authenticity and connecting with his subjects.

Introducing the Leather Bowery in Bordeaux

Three weeks ago, we asked the ONA community to help us name our newest color and premium material: a full-grain leather dyed a rich hue. Here's a first look at the "Bordeaux" Bowery.