Introduction to Contemplative Photography

Learn to see with your heart and connect with your surroundings on a more authentic level.

Perhaps now more than ever, photographers and other creatives are seeking permission to let go and allow pure creativity to drive results. Valérie Jardin’s “Introduction to Contemplative Photography” offers just that—permission and enthusiastic encouragement to explore new realms while sharing her hard-earned knowledge and years of professional experience along the way. This elegant, concise guide filled with inspiring images from her own explorations into the realm of “seeing with the heart,” as well as ideas, tips & assignments is like therapy for the chaos-battered creative soul. Instead of striving constantly for perfection, Valérie encourages photographers to let go and embrace a new, mindful path to meaningful and personally satisfying art. Ready to set sail and experience new creative insights? Relax, grab your camera (any camera will do) and prepare to have fun again. Valérie Jardin will show you the way. - G. Williams