Contemplative Photography - Sharing the Light
Take Heart – We’re gonna get through this
Is the news getting you down? Me too. We need a way to remember that this is not all there is. That the world keeps turning. The sun is shining and the birds are singing.
Contemplate the Water, Sun and Sky Even though this is a still picture, when I stare at it, the water seems to move. This is Wheeler Lake, part of the Tennessee River, so it is constantly moving. Let your eyes … Continued
Craving Adventure Going somewhere new and different can be exciting, stimulating, or frightening. I seem to vascillate between loving comfort and security, and craving new adventures. Since I took up photography, I have this need to see something other than … Continued
This scene was captured on a day of retreat in the desert, where God was made known to me in a quietly powerful way. Different conditions call for different actions This post is quite a departure from my usual practice … Continued
Spring has sprung! There’s a little saying my mother always said: “Spring has sprung, the grass has riz, I wonder where the flowers is?” A little humor might be just what we need today. As a rule, I try to … Continued
Where is the light shining today? Does all look dark, with no end in sight? Sometimes you just have to admit it; life can be depressing. But we need to find ways to look for the light and lift each … Continued
These photos show a before and after view of our new town, Athens, Alabama. The first time I visited the town square, I knew I was home. I felt a deep connection to this place, but didn’t know why. Later … Continued
This November, my husband and I drove from San Diego, California to Tennessee in 5 days. That meant there wasn’t much time to stop and take leisurely photos. So, this one was taken from the window of a fast-moving car. … Continued
August 16, 2024 This July, Mark and I spent a week at Mt. Laguna to breathe the mountain air, and watch the clouds go by. Because of those beautiful clouds, we didn’t get to see many stars. That just means … Continued
Laguna Meadow – my peaceful place This photo is from 2016, when we camped near this meadow for 10 whole days! In just one month we are going back to Mt. Laguna for some much needed escape from the city. … Continued
These photos are from the Anza Borrego Desert State Park near the visitor center. This is one location where I have felt the presence of God stronger than usual. Henri Nouwen writes: “If we enter the deep silence of God’s … Continued
This is a scene that has much spiritual significance for me. 20 years ago I was sitting in that spot and it was the first time I experienced what they call a “thin place.” As I sat there and contemplated … Continued