It's about immersing in the present moment, so you can better connect with yourself & the world around you. The transformative journey begins with a conscious decision to slow down & be present with every image you capture.
Mindful Photography...
Begins with the intent to do more than simply capture images.
Mindful Photography is a transformative, creative, & personal journey where moments, emotions, & stories matter.
Get your camera out!
It's time to connect with the world around you.
Are you ready to explore life more deeply, from a place of being fully present?
Mindful photography is all about the joy of experiencing the moment, through photography.
or:
SEEING SOMETHING and TAKING A QUICK SNAPSHOT
Living from a place of life on autopilot
Our aim here at Travel to Well-Being is simple.
To help shift people's everyday photography from:
to
Living from a place of authentic connection
OR:
Slowing down to deeply connect with the experience
Intentionally capture the meaning & the magic as the beauty of the world unfolds.
Reflect to deepen your experiences and integrate growth & learning.
PAUSE & CREATE
REFLECT & APPRECIATE
Use your senses to observe, tune into your emotions, and let your curiosity guide the way.
TUNE-IN & TAKE NOTICE
Carve out self-care time, slow down the pace, & center yourself in the moment.
sLOW DOWN & GROUND
The Travel to Well-Being Method:
The Travel to Well-Being method takes the art of photography and marries it to mindfulness, bringing to life the engaging interconnectedness of our world.
- veronique vienne
“A camera is a mousetrap for the here and now.”
In today's fast-paced world, so many of us are looking for ways to slow down the pace, become less stressed and experience better well-being.
Surprisingly enough, a camera is an ideal tool to help us become more aware of our experiences.
For me, it has been an engaging way to get out of my daily routine and enjoy life. Over the years, I've come to really value my alone time wandering around & taking in the good.
Capturing a moment can be a powerful way to remember our experiences & reflect on our journey.
Mindful photography encourages us to be present in the now. Allowing us to be creative & explore our environment in a way that we might otherwise miss.
What is Mindful Photography?
At heart, mindful photography is the blending of photography & mindfulness. It's the quality of actively noticing things as you explore the world with the lens.
Mindful photography emphasizes the emotional, sensory, and present-moment experience of photography. Focusing on the connection between the photographer & the world around them.
Mindful photography highlights the process of creating the photo. Allowing you to cultivate creativity, satisfaction, & meaning. Think of it as taking time to align your eyes with your mind and heart to better appreciate the world around you.
With mindful photography, you use the camera as a tool to be present.
Mindful photography is an approach that is as much about the journey as the destination.
Mindfulness is the art of taking notice. It's an important part of self-care and there are many ways to bring it to our daily lives.
With photography being an activity so many people love, integrating it with mindfulness into one practice, makes perfect sense.
Mindful photography is also a way to relate to the moment with gratitude. By slowing down and savoring something that uplifts you like photography, it brings more joy to the experience.
Sometimes it's easy to take a million photographs without thinking. Yet, with a bit of intention, a camera can hold the key for better connecting with the moment.
Mindful photography is a fun & accessible tool for well-being.
the health benefits of
MINDFUL PHOTOTGRAPHY
photography allows us to focus on what brings us joy, improving mental health.
exploring the world on foot is a good form of exercise.
Mindful photography helps us to slow down, promoting relaxation.
THE ARTS AND CREATIVITY ADD MEANING & PURPOSE TO LIFE, improving well-being.
Photography engages our interests & PASSIONS, leading to the state of flow.
Here are three tips for creating a mindful photography practice:
- Set aside a dedicated time (even just a few minutes)
- Have a quick go-to kit with everything you need
- Allow for an uninterrupted block of time to explore
How to Start a Mindful Photography Practice
- minor white
“Be still with yourself until the object of your attention affirms your presence.”
Mindful Photography Tips
- Start Small: Start with small moments and practice being mindful of your surroundings. Take notice of the details and take photos of the things that make you smile.
- Slow Down: Take a slow breaths and tune into a slower pace.
- Get creative: Use your intuition to explore your environment. Experiment with different angles and perspectives, and use your creativity to capture the world.
- Connect with your senses: Use your senses to observe and appreciate the beauty of your surroundings. Pay attention to the smells, sights, sounds, and feelings that you experience in the moment.
- Karin Van Mierlo
“Mindful photography gets you in an active state, takes you out of your head, and encourages you to connect to the world.”
Mindful Photography Exercises
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