Dear Reader,

Do you ever feel like your photos lack impact because you're not in some exotic location or capturing extraordinary subjects? Here's the truth: photography is not about where you are - it's about how you see the world.

The essence of being a photographer is observing the world and expressing your unique perspective. When you master the ability to see beauty in the mundane, you'll find stories everywhere.

Here are some ways to cultivate this skill and turn the everyday into extraordinary visual stories.

How to Capture the ‘Everyday’ as Extraordinary

1️⃣ Shift Your Perspective
​One of the most powerful tools in photography is perspective. Look at the familiar from a new angle - crouch low, shoot from above, or frame your subject through an object. These creative choices transform an ordinary moment into something special.

2️⃣ Look for Meaningful Details​
The details of your day-to-day life hold so much storytelling potential. Pay attention to textures, colors, and objects that hint at a bigger narrative. Your everyday life is full of meaningful details, and these are often where the best stories lie! When you train your eye to notice these details, you begin to see the world differently. Everything has potential!

3️⃣ Play with Light ​
Light transforms the ordinary into something magical. It truly is a storyteller's best friend. The way it highlights, shapes, and shadows a scene can elevate even the simplest subjects. Notice how light changes throughout the day-the soft warmth of sunrise, the drama of long shadows in the evening, or the stark contrasts of the midday sun.

If finding beauty in the ordinary speaks to you, my Mindful Photography Course See Fresh is the perfect next step. Designed as a six-week creative journey, this program combines mindfulness and photography to help you embrace the present moment, see the world with new eyes, and find extraordinary stories in the everyday.

Since it’s almost Black Friday, I’m offering See Fresh at a special discounted price to make it even easier to start your journey. The regular price is €125, but for Black Friday, you can join the course for just €89! Apply the coupon code BLACKFRIDAY2024 at checkout.

It’s only available for a limited time. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to invest in your creativity, this is it.

Enjoy your weekend...

Happy Photographing!

Karin❣️

PS: You can still submit your pics for the November Photo Challenge! The theme is hands.

​ My mission at Photography Playground is to inspire a new generation of soulful photographers to slow down and capture the beauty of the world through their lens. I love to teach new photographers to master their camera with creativity, joy, and confidence. Do you know someone who needs this? Feel free to forward them this email! ​Karin van Mierlo Your Photography Mentor

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