Intentions in Photography

 
In last week’s post, The Purity of Intention, I explored the difference between egoic and nourishing, liberating intentions, based on the work of Tara Brach. What if we apply these same ideas to our photography?

Egoic intentions in photography are based on fear – wanting to be good, noticed, liked. We choose to photograph what others will like. Our photographs must��achieve a certain aesthetic so that they can win a prize or sell. Note: There’s nothing wrong with wanting any of these thing...