by Kim Ort | May 17, 2017 | Adventures in Seeing Book, Books, The Practice of Contemplative Photography
Recently, I revisited a post by David Ulrich on his Top Ten Books on Seeing. It’s an intriguing list and I’ve only read two of them, Walden and The Doors of Perception. In my individual posts, I often refer to favourite books on seeing, but I’ve...
by Kim Ort | Apr 26, 2017
The Adventures in Seeing Book Ordinary reality can be quite extraordinary. I’m sure you enjoy those times in life when you experience something rare and special – a sunset over the ocean, the view from a mountain peak, or the first blooms of spring. These times add...
by Kim Ort | Nov 30, 2016 | Acceptance, Adventures in Seeing, Belonging / Connection, Books, Habits
For the next few weeks, I’ll be revisiting some older posts to introduce you to some of my mentors in seeing. Tara Brach is the mentor introduced in the Pause section of my new book, Adventures in Seeing: How the Camera Teaches You to Pause, Focus, and Connect...
by Kim Ort | Aug 31, 2016 | Adventures in Seeing, Art, Books, Contemplation, Essence, Habits, Inspiration, People, Workshops
I have many mentors in seeing and am always grateful for what they’ve taught me. Today, I’d like to highlight two of them, Thomas Merton and Mary Oliver. Thomas Merton was a contemplative monk, activist, writer, and photographer. I’ve been a fan ever...
by Kim Ort | May 18, 2016 | Humility, Photography, Practices, Spirituality, Zen Buddhism
During the meditation and writing retreat at Upaya Zen Center, we spent much of the day in silence. We could speak at dinner if we chose to, but breakfast and lunch were always in silence. During this time, we acknowledged others and the spaces we inhabited...
by Kim Ort | Mar 16, 2016 | Contemplation, Habits, Inspiration, People, Wonder / Awe
While I’m lucky to live near the Great Lake of Ontario, I also long to visit the ocean. A few years ago, I made a pact with myself to try to visit the ocean at least once a year. Feeling the sand between my toes, hearing the ebb and flow of the tide, and...
by Kim Ort | Jul 15, 2014 | Adventures in Seeing, Contemplation, Habits, Humility, Seeing, Workshops
Tara Brach begins her podcast on humility with a story about a prisoner in his cell. The prisoner sees an ant and spends some time watching it, engaging with it, giving it crumbs, etc. After some time, he wonders why “it took him 10 long years of solitary...
by Kim Ort | Jul 1, 2014 | Adventures in Seeing, Belonging / Connection, Contemplation, Workshops
This summer I’m offering a condensed version of my original Adventures in Seeing workshop, which focuses on cultivating the nine contemplative habits. This new six-week version will be more photography-based and, I hope, a way for you to experience your summer...
by Kim Ort | Jun 24, 2014 | Adventures in Seeing, Attention, Contemplation, Habits, Simplicity / Minimalism, Wonder / Awe
** Books mentioned have Amazon affiliate links, meaning I make a few cents if you purchase through my link. I only recommend books that I’ve read. This summer I’m offering a condensed version of my original Adventures in Seeing workshop, which focuses on...
by Kim Ort | Jun 17, 2014 | Adventures in Seeing, Books, Contemplation, Habits, Practices, Workshops
** Books mentioned have Amazon affiliate links, meaning I make a few cents if you purchase through my link. I only recommend books that I’ve read. This summer I’m offering a 6-week version of my original Adventures in Seeing workshop, which focuses on...
