Sharing the language of art, I am finding touching memories to help me heal with the grief of losing a parent.
Annstracts --
Abstract photography that tells stories. And stories transform us.
Journal
Benefits of writing in a journal.
“We read to know we’re not alone.”
― William Nicholson
I started writing in a journal about ten years ago. When I started, I was dealing with chronic anxiety. Anyone in that boat can tell you; it isn’t something you row yourself out of easily. So, stroke by stroke of the pen on paper, I spilled out negative thoughts.
Over time, journaling helped me challenge those apprehensions. Then finally, I understood my fears and concerns better. The parade of ruminations stayed on the page, and I could shift my thoughts to the positive.
Since lifting that fog, I have found joy in allowing my abstract photography to guide me toward calm. Being in the moment helped me find my balance, and I hope reading these will bring you some peace too.
What will you find here?
- “Photo Essays” are shorter reads with more visuals that let the photos guide the story about a place or experience.
- “Using Color” focuses on one abstract photo to guide how color in an artwork creates a mood–a color fest for your eyes.
Soothing tree art photography brings the calm and wisdom of the outside in.
Bring nature into your home or office so you can forest bathe even if you can’t be outside. Tree art photography brings you closer to what makes you feel alive.
Unique Buddhist wall art to meditate the calm of a stunning Hawaiian landscape.
Tucked into the foothills of the Koolau mountains on the windward side of Oahu, Hawaii, is the Buddhist Byodo-In Temple. Mist and clouds drift down towards the temple from cooling tradewinds. Someone sets off the Buddhist standing bell, and you feel the reverberation deep in your soul.
Nativity art: capturing the spirit of Christmas
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Inspirational desk calendar 2022: images of Grand Canyon
What speaks to times of great change and resilience? The Grand Canyon. And how can you harness this reminder so you can reduce stress during your hectic work day? By glancing at this inspirational desk calendar 2022 with images of Grand Canyon.
How to give perfect gift for Rams fan — celebrate every win with unique Rams wall decor
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Butterflies: appreciating the little things
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Elephant in the room: fun abstract wall art
Visual metaphor in art: the “Elephant in the Room” contemporary abstract art print. Warning, this abstract photo is not for serious art collectors; quick wits and a sense of humor required.
New media art: from a trashcan. Really.
For a myriad of reasons, I’ve struggled a lot this past week. When I have these times, which are completely human, I try to find an anchor to bring me back to something simple, something that reminds me of the little moments.
When I need some inspiration to pull me back to what matters, I flip open my images to look at art I’ve created and scroll them like a lot of people do with social media. I stopped at this image. Over and over, I kept coming back to “Blue Morphos and the Sun” I created as New Media Art. I love the way it feels sunny and warm and as though many happy thoughts are flittering around inside my head.