Throughout the month of March, our creative journey in my Develop with Light Facebook group has centered around the theme of "Finding Home: Exploring Heimat." It's been a month filled with introspection, discovery, and the shared exploration of what home truly means to each of us.

Unlock the secrets to nurturing your creative photography flow beyond the constraints of a 365 project with these inspiring and practical ideas, ensuring consistent motivation and innovation in your artistic journey.

Delve into the world of creative composition and the fascinating shapes that bokeh can take, from soft rounds to out-of-center wonders with lenses like Lensbaby. Learn the art of playing with light, whether it's capturing a subject bathed in sunlight against a darker backdrop or skillfully shooting into the sun during the golden hour.

For many of us, stepping in front of the camera can be a daunting experience, especially as female photographers. Self-consciousness often takes center stage, making it challenging to embrace ourselves fully. But here's the secret: self-portraits can be a powerful tool for self-acceptance and self-love. As we navigate the world of self-portraiture, particularly through the lens of manual lenses, we not only capture our physical selves but also our inner strength and beauty. It's a journey that builds a profound relationship with oneself.

Are you looking to add a unique flair to your photography and unlock your creative potential? Look no further than Lensbaby's Omni filters, and their latest launch, the OMNI Universal Expansion Pack with Shapes. As a fan of these filters for a long time, I am thrilled to share my experience and thoughts on this latest addition.

Today, I want to share some tips and tricks for prism photography that I've learned along the way. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced photographer, there's always something new to explore and discover with this mesmerizing method. But now it is time to talk about prism photography!

Double exposure photography is a creative technique that involves exposing a single frame of film (or sensor) to two or more images. The result is a unique and often surreal image that combines different elements from each photograph. This technique has been around since the early days of photography and has been used by photographers to create stunning works of art.

During the month of January my Facebook group Develop with Light practiced slow shutter photography and ICM. A few of the members asked how to be more intentional when using slow shutter speeds. This made me think about why and under what circumstances I use this technique.