I'm not trying to be overly critical, and I hope this comment can be used constructively by the blogger...
I'm confused. Isn't the purpose of a blog to share thoughts, ideas & such? Maybe I'm missing it...I don't see any content at all. If this is supposed to be more like a photo journal, then I think it's headed in the right direction! As a graphic designer, I have to be honest about critiquing the layout...and I would suggest they keep working on it. It usually takes lots of trial & error & gathering of information & opinions before things start to gel & mature. Allow time for devopment, keep an open mind & focus on the image you want to portray and the message you hope to send. Then keep pushing your content and your design in that direction.
It's a good start! No matter what you're building, you gotta start with the framework before you get to the finishing touches!
Good luck with it!