Twin Peaks Prop – Harold Smith’s Books
After examining Harold Smith’s apartment for this Vacant Peaks article, I turned my attention to the books scattered throughout his place. Here’s a look at which ones I have identified so far.
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Vacant Peaks – Harold Smith’s Apartment
In Twin Peaks Season 2, we are introduced to Harold Smith, a kind soul who captures fellow residents’ stories as part of his living novel. He lives in an apartment near Mrs. Tremond’s house and once counseled Laura Palmer. For this Vacant Peaks article, let’s take a look at his place without people.
Twin Peaks Prop – James Hurley’s Postcard
In Twin Peaks episode 2.018, Donna Hayward receives a postcard from James Hurley who left Twin Peaks for Mexico with a stop in San Francisco, California. This brief scene combines several things I love on TwinPeaksBlog.com – prop identification, locations and behind-the-scenes details.
Then and Now – Double R Diner Exteriors in 2019 to 2020
On Twin Peaks Day 2020, Rachel and Max, the new owners of Twede’s Cafe (aka the Double R Diner) in North Bend, Washington shared the news they were taking over the iconic restaurant from Kyle Twede. To commemorate the end of an era in Snoqualmie Valley, I’m comparing the cafe’s appearances in all three seasons…
Then and Now – Blue Pine Lodge Exteriors in January 2020
Kiana Lodge in Poulsbo, Washington holds a special place in my heart as it was the first Twin Peaks film location I visited in August 1996. For an upcoming article in Blue Rose Magazine – Issue #13 about film locations 30 years later, I revisited this timeless place on January 22-23, 2020. While that Blue Rose Magazine…
Twin Peaks Episode 2.022 – Dark Frames Removed
I recently shared a video of the Miss Twin Peaks contest from Episode 2.021 with the dark frames removed and the strobe effect minimized. It was neat to see the action unfold without the constant flashing. As it turns out, this short clip was also beneficial to fellow Twin Peaks fans who have sensitivity to…
Miss Twin Peaks Contest with Dark Frames Removed
If there is one thing Twin Peaks is famous for it’s the use of strobe lights. The earliest use was found in the ending to the International Pilot. That footage from the Red Room was later recycled for Episode 1002. Strobes were also used in Episode 2021 after Windom Earle wreaks havoc at the Miss Twin…
Twin Peaks Prop – Vari-Vue Poodle at The Johnson House
One of my great joys writing for this blog is identifying props from Twin Peaks and sharing their fascinating history with you. This time, we return to the Johnson house for a prop in the kitchen that is seen in the first two seasons. I was researching something completely different when I came across this…
Love Letter to the Log Lady’s Outfits
At the upcoming Fayetteville Comic Show in Fayetteville, Arkansas, fellow Twin Peaks fans and I will be dressing like the Log Lady as a tribute to the late Catherine Coulson. Her performance as Margaret Lanterman, affectionately known as the “Log Lady,”  is still one of the most memorable (and quoted) characters from David Lynch and Mark…
All in the Details – The Owls of Twin Peaks
“The owls are not what they seem.” – The Giant to Agent Cooper, Episode 2.001 The owls of Twin Peaks are just as important as cherry pie and damn, fine cups of coffee. For this article, I’m examining all of the “Superb Owls” found in Seasons 1-3 and Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me. Unlike the Giant’s…