Introduction to mindfulness, meditation and how this links to photography
Recognising the healing power of the mind and the importance of silence, Andrew Scriven www.andrewscriven.co.uk/about/ considers the significance of intention and connection when shooting a photograph.

The workshop will explore various procedures and techniques that can be used to help every photographer connect more fully with the present moment, the goal being to help restore peace and balance in our bodies and minds.

Start 10am

Short meditation

Considering the power of our minds and reality as a perception.
The importance of setting and intention.
The first exercise with your camera will be to focus attention on the things we are seeing - colour, contrast, movement, people.
The second exercise will look at blurring the lines of division, experimenting with shutter speeds and movement to represent reality.
The gift of acceptance

Lunch

Using music to focus our attention on the beauty around us and exploring our place within it.
Third photography exercise - Seeing and being beauty.
Photography outdoors on location

Return to studio.

Short meditation
Sharing experiences and photography from location shoot.
The benefits of printing and sharing our creations.
Taking control of our photography - Reducing the number of photos we are taking­­. Summary of course

What to bring
All food and transport is included.
Any device that can photograph. Please ensure it is charged with available memory.

An open mind
Pen and paper
Times: 10am – 4.30pm

Location: Amersham Studios
Rear of 31, The Penningtons,
Chestnut Lane,
Amersham,
HP6 6EJ
Tel +44 (78) 25621916

Parking: There is parking outside the studio
Website: http://amershamstudios.com/