A peek behind the frames, the paint, and the path that brought me here.
If you’ve ever held something vintage in your hands and felt its story—even if you didn’t know it yet—you’re in the right place.
I’m Zena Frey, and this blog is where I’ll be sharing the behind-the-scenes of my studio life: the antique frame hunts, the moments that spark a new painting, and the quiet in-between that inspires it all. After years working in the fashion and home design world in New York City, I traded in trend forecasting and launch timelines for something slower, softer, and entirely mine.
Now, in the desert sun of Palm Springs, I spend my days painting, collecting, and curating a life that feels more like art than ever before.
You’ll find stories here about the art fair booths, the best vintage markets I stumble into in Paris or California, the materials I love, and what I’m learning as I build a business rooted in beauty, nostalgia, and feeling.
Thank you for being here. Whether you’re a longtime collector, a fellow creative, or just someone who likes pretty things—you’re part of this story now.
Let’s begin.
— Zena