About

I'm Skylar a writer and photographer based in Seattle, WA. Welcome to my small corner of the internet.

Most of my writing and photography are at the intersection of narrative nonfiction and documentary, with food, alcohol, and travel as the primary subjects. Occasionally, I'll interview some incredible makers around the world — chefs, distillers, brewers, and winemakers — using their stories to better understand the places we visit. All updates about me or my projects will go through my weekly newsletter, The Daily Grog.

My work is primarily supported by kind people like you. For this project, I’m adopting the concept of "Unlocking the Commons":

The most economically powerful thing you can do is to buy something for your own enjoyment that also improves the world. This has always been the value proposition of journalism and art. It’s a nonexclusive good that’s best enjoyed nonexclusively.

- Tim Carmody, Nieman Lab

At its core, this allows my work to be public-facing and freely accessible. Almost all of the writing and other work you'll get for free and without any paywalls (other than the monthly member-only newsletters). I don't run ads here, though you may see some sponsored posts every now and then. So, if you find it of any value, please consider becoming a paid member.

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Projects

In November of 2023, I started The Morning Tipple, a pop-up newsletter that investigated why so many pubs are closing in England. Over the course of two weeks, I went to 32 pubs and interviewed 8 publicans and brewers.