5 things photography helps you appreciate in life | Felisa Tan | TEDxYouth@SWA
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Photography and Zen Buddhism
- Photography fosters curiosity and a sense of wonder, akin to the beginner's mind in Zen Buddhism.
- Photography's use of frames creates ambiguity and magic, revealing and concealing simultaneously.
The Role of Writing in Photography
- Writing helps photographers clarify their curiosity and connect with others.
Honesty and Love in Photography
- Honesty in photography allows capturing subjects' true nature.
- Love is central to creation, fostering tenderness, respect, and the dissolution of boundaries.
The Process of Making Photographs
- Making photographs involves giving attention, intelligence, and presence to create something new, rather than merely taking them.
Gratitude and Optimism
- Recognizing uplifting moments and practicing gratitude can sustain hope and optimism during challenging times.
Photography and the Nature of Life
- Photography teaches mindfulness and acceptance of life's impermanence, leading to questions about identity.
- Identity is not fixed but constantly evolving, requiring continuous rediscovery of one's voice.
Beauty and Transience
- Beauty lies in transience, as cherishing things more fully comes from recognizing their potential decay.
The Transformative Power of Art
- Art, including photography, serves as a gateway to a transformative spiritual journey, deepening understanding of oneself, others, and the world.
Reality and Choice
- Reality is shaped by our perceptions, and we always have a choice in how we respond to life.
The Speaker's Question
- The speaker concludes with a thought-provoking question: "What kind of meaning do you intend to make out of this life?"