Embrace the New School Year with Nature Photography
As summer fades and the school year begins, it's easy to get caught up in schedules and studies. The team here at Focus on Nature sure can attest to the hustle and bustle that back to school brings each September! But we were thinking…why not blend the accessibility, naturalness and beauty of nature with you, or your child’s academic routine? Embracing the role of a nature photographer, regardless of experience or supplies, offers a refreshing way to de-stress, spark creativity, and make the most of the changing seasons for people of all ages!
To get started, firstly start by making nature walks a regular part of your day. Whether it's a quick trip to a local park, or your own backyard, bring your camera along. Focus on capturing the small details – a tiny water droplet sitting perfectly on a leaf, a busy bee in the air, or the way sunlight filters through the trees. These moments not only make for beautiful photos, but are also a chance to clear your mind and reconnect with the natural world, before entering the busyness of the school year. Did we mention that these tiny details and interactions with nature will surely grow your appreciation for the environment around you each and every day?
AND, when you are feeling the stress of exams or just need a simple reminder throughout the school year, you can look back at your nature photos and reminisce.
Next, nature photography is something that you can do solo, with a partner or even a group. This sure sounds similar to the ways in which students work in school! Practicing a fun, nature-filled afternoon both alone and with some friends is a great way to prepare for the modes in which you may be asked to collaborate in school.
Finally, incorporating nature photography in your back to school, or general routine when you are in the thick of it, allows you to connect classroom concepts with real-world examples, making learning more engaging and memorable. It also may just help you develop your artistic skills and express yourself in new ways, while also reducing stress levels that are so real when being a student!
As we wrap up this blog post, we want to wish everyone a safe and happy back to school! But one more thing before you go! If you start your journey with nature photography this back to school season, you are enabling yourself to track changes in nature and your photographing abilities over time, creating a visual record of your observations and experiences.
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