Perhaps it’s something one shouldn’t say out loud, but trusting someone can sometimes lead to disappointment. There’s truth in the old saying that silence is golden — and intentions are not always what they seem. Sometimes people take what you offer freely — your time, your care, your energy, the little treasures you share from the heart — without ever realising their worth. Lately, I’ve had to relearn this lesson. Yet instead of letting it harden me, I’ve chosen to move forward with an open heart, believing that beauty and sincerity still exist.
That’s why this story feels so special — watching muses Ludy and Dakota spend a carefree day together, laughing, sharing quiet moments, and simply being present. Captured by one of our favourite photographers, Jase Patrick, who once again observes like a silent witness, framing the light, the warmth, and the unspoken connection between them. Enjoy!
Jase Patrick contributes a wonderful series to our newly released Volume 39 – which is a love letter to the simple joys, the human warmth, the in-between moments that often go unnoticed.
Photography and Video: Jase Patrick @jase__patrick
Models: Ludy @ludymilw & Dakota @dakota.katu
