Where is your serene sanctuary? Is it the warm comfort of sipping your morning coffee as the world gently comes to life around you? Perhaps it’s the peaceful moments spent doing yoga by yourself. This week’s challenge is “story-driven” adventure, encouraging you to explore and connect with your own experiences and emotions – “quiet moment”.
This challenge invites you to hit the pause button. It’s like giving your inner self a little nudge to relax and savor each moment. By slowing down, you become aware of the beauty in the details—the gentle swaying of the leaves, the captivating dance of light upon water—that you may otherwise rush past.
Consider capturing the movement around a still object, like a lighthouse standing tall or a person enjoying the ambiance of a bustling marketplace. You can create a broader scene or zoom in on a specific detail. Remember, your unique style is there to enrich the story you wish to tell.
Freeze that moment and let it resonate, like a serene droplet of water.
Share your images, whether they are old favorites or new captures for this challenge, showcasing the soft, diffused light that contributes to a calm and soothing atmosphere. Focus on portraying subjects in moments of rest or tranquility, as these images evoke feelings of peace and contemplation—steer clear of any motion or action that might disrupt this gentle ambiance. Thoughtfully consider your composition, embracing minimalism to illustrate the essence of quiet and serenity in your scenes. Leave room around your subject to enhance the feeling of solitude, using these spaces to communicate a deeper narrative of reflection and introspection.
I cannot leave without sharing a quiet moment from this summer. Few weeks back after a very rain pour the evening fell the sunset colored the mist on the field orange, I saw it as as I sat and watched the sunset from my sofa, I had to get up and capture the lovely moment.
Soft shadows can deepen the mood and add layers to your peaceful moments, encouraging viewers to pause and take in the beauty of the scene. Look for those subtle, intimate details that often go unnoticed, like the gentle curve of a leaf or the soft texture of a fabric; these can enrich your narrative and draw viewers into a more immersive experience. Additionally, play with angles and perspectives to create a fresh depiction of tranquility, inviting a beautiful sense of harmony and balance into your work. Enjoy this journey of expression and let your creativity shine!
Last week, thanks to Anne we were led on a Virtual Scavenger Hunt, I found it fun and from what I saw so did you 🙂 Looking ahead, we eagerly anticipate Egídio’s leadership next Saturday, September 13th. Until then, say positive and keep on smiling.
If you want to know more about the Lens-Artists challenge, please click here.
Ritva Sillanmäki Photography 
That’s such a beautiful sunset capture, Ritva. I love it! Not feeling very serene after a day of rain and travel, but it’s getting better here with you xx
I hope you get settled in soon, and thank you? I was so happy to capture sunset
This is a wonderful challenge Ritva, reminding us to find our moments and places of peace. The water drop image is exquisite.
Thanks Brad, I appreciate that. Moments of silence are always nice and welcome
Agreed.
So beautiful, Ritva – and so You. I love your gallery, and the hammock and the last one are just wonderful. In all of them I can feel the quietness and the connection with nature and Life itself.
Love 💕 your comment, life itself, wow. Thanks so much.
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I walk away from this with a deep breath, Ritva. I agree with AC, it is so YOU. I particularly love the women meditating and strolling the beachfront. Clearly they are reflecting in their thoughts and you captured them perfectly. I also like the lighthouse. A nice challenge.
Thank you Donna, morning with not many people around can be great place for quiet, I know many morning people say so. I usually m not one of them
Ritva, I feel the quiet and peacefulness in each one of your images. The woman meditating on the rocks and the woman walking along the shore both speak to me. I love the one of Grandpa in the hammock with the children. What a special moment.
Thanks Beth, small children don’t often slow down so it is nice to see occasionally
Great theme. Insightful and introspective. 🤔
Thank you John
Mine: https://fairplay740.wordpress.com/2025/09/07/lens-artists-challenge-364-quiet-moment/
I agree with Ann-Christine and Donna. As I was reading and taking in your photos, I just thought no one could do this post but you. And you guide us so well.
Here is mine:
Thanks you Sofia, your post ws just lovely.
These are ALL wonderful, but it’s the shoreline scene that captivates me the most here. And that handsome fellow can’t be a grandfather! He looks like a young dad!
The shoreline itself is peaceful… And Margaret I will pass your compliment to my husband, he will be overjoyed as he just turned 64
64???? He’s either incredibly fit, or incredibly well-looked after. Or both.
Well Ritva, you have surely captured the spirit of quiet and reflection – two things often difficult to find in today’s world. How nice to tune out the world and tune in to the silence. Loved your challenge and as always the images are extraordinary. I love the last especially. I’ve joined you here https://travelsandtrifles.wordpress.com/2025/09/06/lens-artists-challenge-364-quiet-moment/
PS. forgot to say your water droplet is fabulous!
It is fabulous! I also forgot to mention. I just adore macro!
Thank you Tina, It is hard to find quiet these days, even if you are just being, your thoughts can make it unrestful. I am glad you enjoyed the post. Your post was lovely
Oh Ritva, what a great challenge. After last week’s challenge, I’m looking forward to finding some quiet in my archives!
Thanks Anne, forward to seeing it
What a marvelous challenge! Your photos transported me to quiet moments I recently experienced in Colorado. Here’s my post:
https://throughbrazilianeyes.com/quiet-moments-in-colorado/
Thank you Egídio, and you post was so lovely
Wonderful. Lovely images and an inspiring challenge. Thank you so much. Here’s mine: https://joannemasonphotography.com/lens-artists-challenge-364-quiet-moments/
Thank you Joanne, your post was lovely
hello ritva,
A great theme and very interesting pictures you chose for the challenge. I especially like the first, second, and last ones.
Here is my contribution for this week, https://wp.me/pfnz9O-RT.
Many greetings, Robert
My goodness Ritva, what inspirational photos. So enjoyed them all but when I reached the water drop I had to gasp and look with wonder at the tiny world trapped within. The misty sunset was the perfect finish 😀
Thanks Brian, I did put some thought into this challenge
A beautiful selection and while Grandpa and grandchildren are a great composition, there are so many ”quiet moments’ in your post that I find all are well worth viewing.
Thank you Vicki, quiet often surrounds me
lovely family in the hammock shot
Thank you Rebecca, I think so too.
Lovely post Ritva and an interesting idea for a challenge.
Thanks Leanne, the world as it is at the moment, i seek for this
You know I love your photography (at least I hope you do). I can’t pick a favorite here. These may represent quiet moments to you but to the onlooker they speak volumes!
Thank you Dawn, I have been aware that you like my photography, you have kindly voiced it to me.
Dear Ritva
We love the gallery picture especially. We can well relate to it.
Thanks for sharing
The Fab Four of Cley
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Very nice collection of quiete places, Ritva.
My contribution is not quite as morbid as it might sound – but cemetries are often real serene places, away from the crowds, the bustle of everyday living. Especially the older ones can be places for quiet contemplation.
https://picturesimperfectblog.com/2025/09/07/the-final-quiet-moments/
your post was lovely, not one I was expecting, but none the less.
Thank you so much, Ritva.
Wonderful scenes of quiet moments, Ritva! My favorites are the shoreline walk and the misty landscape.
What gorgeous and expressive moments, Ritva. I truly enjoyed your challenge. Here’s my take: https://pilotfishblog.com/2025/09/07/lens-artists-challenge-364-reflecting-on-quiet-moments-in-nature-and-art/
Thank you, your images are lovely
Many thanks, Ritva!
The perfect timing for this theme! Beautiful images you have shared with us Ritva!
Here is my share of Quiet Moment… https://yourlifeasartphotography.com/2025/09/07/lens-artists-challenge-364-quiet-moment/
Thank you I really enjoyed your post
Thank you 🙏
A beautiful gallery of quiet moments Ritva and thank you so much for hosting this lovely challenge 🩷 Our quiet moments on a mountain are here: https://tranature.com/2025/09/07/back-on-the-mountain/
https://judydykstrabrown.com/2025/09/07/quiet-places-quiet-times-for-lens-artists-challenge-35/
In this very noisy world of ours we all need a quiet moment. Your photos are so lovely, especially the sunset in the mist image. I’m glad you got up to take that shot.
The lighthouse and water droplet are outstanding! Thanks so much for the quiet, stress-free challenge. grammywritesblog.wordpress.com
Thank you glad you enjoyed them
What a beuatiful gallery you made!
Here’s mine: https://anthropologist.wordpress.com/2025/09/07/lens-artists-challenge-364-quiet-moments/
Thanks you. Your photos were lovely
An amazing topic for this week Ritva. It made me feel calmer. Here is mine https://wanderingteresa.com/echoes-of-quiet-moments/
I love your closing photo of course. The water droplet is exquisite and the lighthouse is a beautiful composition
Thanks Nora, I do enjoy the misty moments.
Such beautiful moments you shared with us, Ritva! I haven’t participated in quite a long while, but I’m back and looking forward to being part of this wonderful group again. Here is a link to my post for the week-https://musinwithsusan.com/2025/09/07/lens-artists-364-we-all-need-solitude/
Glad to have you back, if my post inspired it I am very happy. Thank you Susan. Your post is lovely and I am happy to hear you are settling in well to your new home.
Thanks J&J, your post was lovely
Wonderful idea for a challenge, Ritva! I love your photos. Here is ours: https://joehahnenfeld.wordpress.com/2025/09/08/lens-artists-challenge-quiet-moment/
I love the waterfall!
Mine is here
Thanks Marina.
Beautiful gallery Ritva! I love the waterdroplet and the Waterfall. Amazing images~
Thanks Suzette, glad you liked them
I think you’ve some beautiful photos here. All pleasant, all straightforward, and various forms of scenic in their own ways.
Here’s mine for this one:
https://stupidityhole.com/2025/09/09/stairs-tempe-station/
Thanks, glad you liked some of them
That droplet just had stole my heart!
Thank you ❤
Thank you for another lovely post and thoughtful challenge. It helped me find my center this week! https://lindylecoq.com/2025/09/09/lens-artists-challenge-364-quiet-moment/
Hi Ritva! Thank you for a wonderful prompt this week. I love the beautiful examples of quiet moments you chose. Surprisingly, to me, the first two with the people in them really spoke to me in their own quiet way.
I have a post set for tomorrow of some quiet moments we are enjoying in Yellowstone National Park!
Lens-Artists Challenge #364 – quiet moment – Ladyleemanila
Your lovely featured photo prompted me to go down the foggy route too: https://margaret21.com/2025/09/10/quiet-fog/
Thanks, your photos were so lovely
As are yours. Just off to look at your latest offering properly.
What a great range of subjects that you brought together in this post. Lovely images and it just goes to show there are so many ways to get peace for a moment. I think being a photographer helps you to look, see and think. Thank you!
Lighthouses at Port Glasgow – jazziBeeblog
Thanks, I think it helps to focus on a moment when taking photos, thinking about compositions and so on
Your photos are all so beautiful, and express the quiet so well.
https://dailymusing57.com/2025/09/10/lens-artists-challenge-quiet-moment/
Here’s mine for the week
https://norasphotos4u.wordpress.com/2025/09/12/lens-artists-challenge-quiet-moments/
Ritva, your pictures are terrific and I really enjoyed reading your thoughts concerning each one. My two favorites are the water droplet and the sunset on the landscape. Thanks for hosting such a great topic! Here is my post: https://mycolorfulexpressions.com/lens-artists-photo-challenge-364-quiet-moment/
Thank you Sylvia, glad you enjoyed the topic and the images. Your post was lovely