Ep43 - Ruth Davey: Supporting Our Mental Health Through Mindful Photography

Photographic Connections

Join Kim Grant as she speaks with Ruth Davey, the founder of Look Again Photography. Ruth is a mindful photography practitioner and trainer based in England. She shares how her own battles with mental health led her on a path to discovering mindfulness and photography. From this experience, she began to create her own photographic vision, leading her on to help and teach others ways of using their camera as a way to coping with theirs. She also shares her passion for making photography accessible to all and her love for spending time in solitude.

Takeaways

• The Look Again training program offers a transformative experience for personal and professional growth in mindful photography.
• Solitude is essential for self-reflection, rest, and refuge, while loneliness can be reframed through photography and connection.
• Living authentically and slowing down are key to building resilience and taking action in creating the future we want.
• Community and collaboration are vital in the photography world to support each other and create positive change. Photography can be a powerful tool for self-expression and healing.
• Creating safe spaces for vulnerability allows individuals to explore their emotions and experiences through photography.
• Photography has a positive impact on mental health, providing a creative outlet and promoting self-reflection.
• Connecting with others through art can foster a sense of community and support.

Connect with Ruth:
Website: https://www.look-again.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lookagainmindfulphotography/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lookagainmindfulphotography

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