We at Cloud Orchid Publishing are constantly seeking new ways to push the envelope and challenge our readers. Our latest collection “The Asylum” features photos that reveal a depraved mind, and a story that will give you chills. There is no escape in The Asylum! Many were admitted to these institutions of malpractice and torture, … Continue reading
NEW RELEASE – “Spirits of the Wind” Author Brendan Detzner brings the old Velvet Lounge to life once again. Photos transport us to a time when music was truly alive and kicking up all night jam-sessions. Spirits of the Wind transports the reader to a time when Chicago truly was a center for the coolest … Continue reading
Little Alice and Bryan Thompson of Graffiti Photographic spent a sunny afternoon playing photoshoot in the Wisconsin studio owned by COM crew member Che Correa. One of the sets that were captured is featured in Absent Ventriloquist, a commentary on mental illness and awareness. The photos were taken while different music played. Little Alice was feeling … Continue reading
The COM crew always documents their adventures, both fantastical and mundane. During the years that co-editor Little Alice spent commuting to her job in the northern suburbs, she passed the time by taking photos of the scenery. Pallid Hours: Autumn Freed is an art book featuring the photos Little Alice took during the autumn months, … Continue reading
Finding beauty in the female form, and the strangeness in everyday life is what the Cloud Orchid crew is all about. We love to take the mundane and break it down to breathless moments that truly become memories. Infidelity on a Sunny Afternoon features model Nettie Harris, captured in voyeuristic style photos by Bryan Thompson … Continue reading
RIP Michael Rosen October 7, 2014 SERVICE DETAILS Friday, October 10, 2014 10am Shalom Memorial 1700 W. Rand Rd. Arlington Heights, IL 60004 RECEPTION / CELEBRATION OF LIFE (Hospitality Room in apt building) Friday, Oct 10, 2014 Estimated start time of 11:45am (give or take 15 min) 7061 N Kedzie Chicago, IL 60645 Continue reading
A good friend and member of the Cloud Orchid crew will be featured along with other friends of the COM team in a fabulous gallery called “Deviants of Decay.” This will open on February 7, 2014 in Pekin, IL. Be sure to put this killer line up event in your calendar! More of Brett’s work: http://www.stevenbrettstoddart.com/ … Continue reading
The illustrious Nina Pak is looking for a new beauty editor for her publication. If interested, please contact her via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nina.pak1?fref=ts Photo Credits: hoot for Miroir Magazine Gaia theme Designer: Helene Hawthorne MUA Lauren Smith Model: Ethereal Rose Photo: Nina Pak Art Hair: Dreamloka Continue reading
Brett Stoddart is a great friend, and a part of the Cloud Orchid crew. He often accompanies the team on caravan projects to abandoned locations. Check out his awesome gallery at: 5216 North Damen Chicago 60625 Opens January 11, 2014 Check out his other work here: http://www.stevenbrettstoddart.com/ Continue reading
Don’t miss out on Nina Pak’s incredible west coast event: Balance. Continue reading
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