I started this page to memorialize the works and photographic collection of an artist friend, Gordon Ellis. These works are his, not mine. I'm just a messenger.

As for me, I'm an office manager by day, a hatmaker by night, and a solo traveler at every opportunity. I'm also a bit of a history geek, with a focus on medieval Asia, Central Asia and more recently the Middle East. You can read more about me on my website at AugustPhoenix.com, or find me on Facebook. I'm also a reviewer on Trip Advisor.