Discover the photographer within you
Photography is not just the art of capturing moments; it's also a powerful tool for self-discovery. Every photo we take is a window into our inner world, reflecting our emotions, thoughts, and perceptions. Through the lens, we uncover what truly moves us, what inspires us, and what we wish to convey to others. Photography allows us to pause, look deeper, and see reality in a new light. It's a meditative process that teaches mindfulness and opens the door to understanding ourselves on a level we might not have noticed before.
Every 2 weeks on Friday,
we uncover another layer of this beautiful art form... and in the process, we discover a bit more about ourselves.
Join me.
“Somebody’s tragedy is not the same as your own…”
Diane Arbus and Bruce Gilden, through their photography, highlight the diversity of human experience. They explored complex subjects, challenging social norms and encouraging empathy. Their work emphasizes the importance of authenticity, understanding, and documenting reality. Together, we will reflect on the lessons from their work that can be applied to understanding ourselves and the world.
Presence photographer
Meditation and photography, though seemingly different, share common ground. Meditation focuses attention on specific objects, thoughts, or breath, fostering inner peace. Similarly, photography demands full presence and awareness to capture your unique moments. Both practices help pause the rush of daily life, immersing oneself in the present moment. Together, they lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and the world, exemplifying the essence of presence photographers.
Practitioners of Irony
Irony hides true meaning behind words, showing a contrast between what is said and what is meant. It helps us understand human complexity, adds humor to communication, and develops critical thinking. In art, like photos by Elliott Erwitt and Martin Parr, irony questions social norms and comments on culture, making images memorable and impactful.
Quality IN quantity
"Quality over quantity" appears in every field, but in photography, quantity can lead to quality. Photographers like Robert Frank, Sebastiao Salgado, and Gary Winogrand took thousands of photos, selecting only the best. Engagement and passion create iconic works that inspire and break conventions and reveal truth..
Monotonous boredom
Each of us lives in a small world of familiar buildings, cars, and people, making places like Warsaw, Venice, or Los Angeles seem mundane. However, photographers like William Eggleston, Stephen Shore, and Joel Meyerowitz have shown that hidden beauty lies in everyday scenes. Discover this with me and my mini-course, “THE Walk”.
Multidisciplinary artist
Our lives are made up of many roles, and embracing our curiosity and attentiveness helps us gain wisdom and share it with others, making us multidisciplinary humans. Gordon Parks exemplifies this by linking photography with poetry, painting, fashion, film, and prose, showing that multidimensionality enhances artistic credibility and impact.
Rules, rules, rules…
We all know rules exist for safety and relationships, but in art, they can be broken or created anew. Photography, initially governed by rules like the rule of thirds, perspective and others offers more. Phillippe Halsman, a renowned 20th-century photographer, created inspiring rules to explore deeper truths in portraits, pushing beyond traditional boundaries.