Therapeutic photography—maybe that sounds like a strange or unfamiliar term. Over time I’ve come to realize that I believe this is an accurate description of the type of photography I personally practice. What is therapeutic photography? Let’s take a quick look in the dictionary. Defining Therapeutic Here is one of the basic meanings of theContinue reading “What is therapeutic photography?”
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Fallen Leaves on Film – Fuji Superia 400, Developed at Home
These photos were taken approximately November of 2020. It was a cold day and I went to a nearby wooded park to try to capture some of the beautiful autumn leaves. I was struggling a lot and experiencing intense anxiety and depression. I made an effort to try to focus on the process of seeingContinue reading “Fallen Leaves on Film – Fuji Superia 400, Developed at Home”
Documenting the Everyday – Fuji Superia 400, First Roll Developed at Home
For my first attempt at developing my 35mm color film at home I shot a roll of “unimportant” images around the house. I didn’t have a lot of faith in my ability to develop film-this was my first try-so I wanted to try to minimize the disappointment of losing some really important images. I seemContinue reading “Documenting the Everyday – Fuji Superia 400, First Roll Developed at Home”
Why I Love Photography
Why I Love Photography Over the years I have come to realize several reasons I love and benefit from photography. I know each of us are unique and have specific ways photography can be helpful, enjoyable or rewarding for us as an individual. As I thought about it I was able to list 6 ofContinue reading “Why I Love Photography”
#AMonthOnFilm – Reflect
30—Reflect Yesterday and today I have thought about and written “my story” of my life experiences and how they’ve shaped who I am for a virtual sermon discussion group my husband and I are a part of. It has caused me to really pause and reflect about the people and events of my life, God,Continue reading “#AMonthOnFilm – Reflect”
#AMonthOnFilm – Blurry
29—Blurry A blurry view from our porch #amonthonfilm is a photo project with prompts hosted by two photographers on InstagramPhoto taken: September 29, 2020 For this project I used: Nikon F100, Kodak Portra 400 film developed & scanned by The Darkroom Lab
#AMonthOnFilm – Out of place
28—Out of place A small piece of red yarn I’ve noticed on one of our trees several times when I’ve looked out the window. Makes me wonder how it got there and fascinates me as the color really stands out to me even when I’m inside the house looking out the window. It also remindsContinue reading “#AMonthOnFilm – Out of place”
#AMonthOnFilm – From above
27—From above Looking down from above at water drops on some weeds on a rainy day. Not much to say on this dreary day. #amonthonfilm is a photo project with prompts hosted by two photographers on InstagramPhoto taken: September 27, 2020 For this project I used: Nikon F100, Kodak Portra 400 film developed & scannedContinue reading “#AMonthOnFilm – From above”
#AMonthOnFilm – Water
26—Water Yesterday evening and night was very challenging and draining as I experienced intense emotional and somatic flashbacks, and extreme anxiety and depression. Today I’m still struggling so my main goal was to do some gentle exercising and take a shower. I wasn’t sure I would be able to do all of that today. ButContinue reading “#AMonthOnFilm – Water”
#AMonthOnFilm – After dinner
25—After dinner Just some of the items left on the table after we enjoyed a meal of taco salad. #amonthonfilm is a photo project with prompts hosted by two photographers on InstagramPhoto taken: September 25, 2020 For this project I used: Nikon F100, Kodak Portra 400 film developed & scanned by The Darkroom Lab
Amanda Creamer Photography 