quiet time – Ritva Sillanmäki Photography

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”.

A person meditating on rocky terrain, enjoying tranquility and connection with nature.

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.

A woman strolls along the shoreline, surrounded by misty islands, capturing a moment of solitary by the sea in Ko Yao Noi

Sitting down watching and listening to a serene waterfall cascading over rocks, surrounded by lush greenery, with no one else around, doesn’t that spell tranquility a quiet place with natural beauty.

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.

A tranquil lighthouse standing tall on a rugged cliff, surrounded by colorful coastal vegetation and calm ocean waters.

Freeze that moment and let it resonate, like a serene droplet of water.

A droplet of water resting on a blade of grass

A grandpa enjoying a tranquil moment with his two children on a hammock ( so rare)

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.

A visitor in a pink dress explores an art gallery, some of the art seem to wish for quiet time. The gallery also has a sense of serenity and elegance of a quiet moment.

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.

A s sunset casting warm hues over a misty landscape.

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.