Spiritual Photo Tip 13: Texture

Welcome to Spiritual Photo Tip 13 – opening new ways of seeing & being in the world all the while taking better pictures.

The world around you is tactile – inviting you to connect with it through touch.

When was the last time you consciously ran your fingers through the grass,  rubbed your cheek against the velvety soft fur of a puppy, or licked the smooth skin of an apple before biting into it?

As explained in Spiritual Photo Tip 1, adding close ups to your albums will give your viewers better context for your experience, broadening their own.

Adding texture as a subject for your close-ups not only adds variety to the kinds of shots in your collection, but also invites people closer in to almost feel the world through your eyes.

It also adds mystery. I’ve had people linger on a photo for a long time trying to figure out what it is.

Plus, the world of textures can be so attractive – be it of man made or natural design. Photographing texture helps us to slow down and take notice of the miracles that surround us.

Peruse this collection one photo at a time (click to see full screen) and observe your inner experience as it changes.

Then walk around your world to capture & share your own. Don’t be afraid to touch it too (with permission when appropriate), to see how it feels. Have fun with this!

I have very sensitive skin,  so I’m picky about the clothes I buy – often organic cotton or soft fleeces. My winter coat feels like I’m wearing a teddy bear. I’m big into comfort!

I’m also sensitive to chaos & conflict, so I’ve created a life conducive to peace. It’s still a work in progress, but I’m enjoying creating my life by design.

What kind of life have you created for yourself?

If you were to use your energy-sensing hands over your life, would you enjoy its varied textures? 

Is your road bumpy, friend slimy, goal fuzzy, relationship rocky, or health gritty?

Are your days smooth, sleeps feathery, deserts creamy, bank accounts fluffy, hobbies glossy?

Is there enough variety in the texture of your weeks or do you find the repetition boring?

Is there too much drama or could you use a bit more to spice things up?

Do the textures of your life suit your preferences, desires & needs?

What came to heart or to mind as you read through this section?

What can you do to change or better appreciate the texture of your life?

Spend time journaling or reflecting on how to create your life by design.

And as always, share your photos & observations with your family & friends to improve the texture of their lives too.