Photography as Meditation is a new book from photographer Torsten Andreas Hoffman.
In this book, Torsten Andreas Hoffmann explores an approach to artistic photography based on Japanese Zen Philosophy. Meditation and photography have much in common: both are based in the present moment, both require complete focus, and both are most successful when the mind is free from distracting thoughts. Hoffman shows how meditation can lead to the source of inspiration.
The goal of this book is to develop your photographic expression. It provides enrichment for photographers who believe that only technical mastery produces great images and shows how important it is to engage with your own awareness to act creatively.
Photography as Meditation retails for $39.95; however, it is currently available for $28.03 on Amazon.com.
forkboy1965 says
Not that these two things are necessarily related, but I have been known on occasion to head out with my camera, snap pictures for hours on end, and when I return to my car simply format the card.
I find being behind the camera far more rewarding than the back at home, in front of the computer, editing, etc. I find the experience Zen-like, if you will. Just me enjoying nature, my camera and photography. The end result, in these instances, isn’t a product (the finished picture), but the clearing of my mind and simply enjoying the beauty of what I’m photographing.