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.
Click HERE to see this photo on gift ideas, wall art and notecards Discontent, disillusionment, or dystopia? The phrase “The Winter of our Discontent” came to my mind as I was preparing to write this post. But I wasn’t aware … Continued
When I am walking with my camera, I’m looking for something that stands out – something unique. I didn’t see these berries the first time down the trail…
Hosta, “So Sweet,” found at the Huntsville Botanical Garden Natural Ikebana When I first caught a glimpse of this flower, I was attracted to the way the sunlight was highlighting the main flower in an otherwise shady area. Then, as … Continued
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
In this time when fear abounds, let’s look to the tiny buds around us. Look deeply. Think of all they contain – all they will become, and take heart. I like to think of the flower that is contained inside … 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
Whenever I visit the San Diego Zoo, the customary first stop is the Flamingo Lagoon. Why? Whether you are sitting on a bench at the zoo or somewhere else looking at this on a screen, try these prompts for meditation … Continued