I was in Columbus, Mississippi last week to tape a Midmorning Moms segment for WCBI’s morning program. The television station is across the street from one of my favorite spots in Downtown Columbus — a small courtyard under the shadow of a brick building facade that bears the remnants of several hand-painted advertising signs from years gone by. I’ve already shared some of the letters here, but I try to photograph them every chance I get. Enjoy!
Hello & welcome! I’m Haley Montgomery, and I’m the designer and owner of Small Pond Graphics. I sometimes fancy myself a frog kisser— a documentarian coaxing poignant moments from unexpected places. This blog has evolved from those moments.
The small Pond FIELD GUIDE is part diary, part sketchbook, and part wish list – an archive of ordinary wonders. For years, this space has housed my stories – creative ideas, vintage inspiration, our forays into curious places, and the simple artifacts of quiet of conscious living. Through watercolor, photography, and illustrated tales, these pages uncover the blessing of ordinary days and the wonder found in authentic places and pursuits.
I invite you to open the boxes.
Peek into the drawers.
Rustle through the pages.
I’m honored to have you here.
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