We held a really special Dutch Masters class two weekends ago at The Metropolitan Building in New York City.

We were lucky to have our friend Samin in town from San Francisco and she brought some of the most delicious refreshments (including some quick pickled carrots and cauliflower that I am still enjoying). Another celebrity guest was on hand; our friend Nicole Franzen - the superbly talented photographer - who managed to capture much of the beauty that unfolded throughout the afternoon.

Thanks to all our students for their creativity and enthusiasm and fearless-ness in the face of styling photos with dead poultry! Also thanks to our helpers Emily, Claudia, Mindy and Kelli.

All the student work was photographed by Nicole and can be viewed in the slideshow below.