This retreat / workshop is brought to you and run in your local community with the aim of helping to see your local context in new ways; discovering beauty within the familiar and ordinary. The workshop does not use any religious language so is ideal for churches seeking different ways to engage with people as well as local community groups with no religious affiliation.  Throughout the day photography and mindfulness are combined showing you how to use the camera as a contemplative tool as well as sessions exploring beauty, story and light. In the afternoon everyone goes out to photograph using these new skills before coming back together to view each others pictures.  A camera is required, but a smartphone is fine.  You’ll find the techniques taught are great things to weave into your daily life to help reduce stress and anxiety by centering in the present moment.