Mindful Photography in Nature, Basin Pond, Lee

4-22 Becket Rd,Lee MA 01223

17 June, 2023

Description

Join mindfulness-in-nature facilitator, Sandrine Harris, and Thad Kubis, photographer and photography teacher, for an immersive experience in the natural environment at BNRC’s Basin Pond (Lee, MA). This guided mindful photography journey aims to change the way you see and how you engage with both photography and the environments you inhabit. The walk begins with time for orientation and meeting each other, thinking about photography as a way of seeing, feeling, and an introduction to the concept of 'pre-visualization' for your creative vision. During the walk - easeful pace with pauses and guided moments built in - you're invited to mindfully notice your inner landscape meeting the dynamic forest views around you. Awaken your senses, develop a new perspective on photography, and enjoy a gathering of quiet and reflective moments outdoors. What to bring: Any camera system (digital or film) or smartphone/tablet; Sturdy footwear. No experience with photography or meditation is needed Rain date: Saturday, August 12 ABOUT THAD Thad is a Berkshires resident with a long practice in teaching and creating photographs. He has worked with Travel and Leisure, and in areas including manufacturing, banking, marine, fine art and stock photography. He is also a photographic Instructor/Lecturer and Consultant, offering regular smartphone/ iCamera photography as well as DSLR, Film, Large format, Composition within schools and with individuals and groups. To Learn More: tbkphotos.com. ABOUT SANDRINE Sandrine is a Berkshires resident guiding experiences in meditation and mindfulness, forest bathing, and a nourishing process grounded in connection with the rest of the natural world we belong to. She is a lover of photography and the magic of capturing the ephemeral through the lens. Sandrine holds a private practice in processing lived experiences, including trauma and chronic pain, through a neuroscience- and body psychology-informed pathway. She is a regular facilitator at gardens including Berkshire Botanical Garden and Naumkeag. Directions From Lee: Take Route 20 east past the Outlets. After approximately 4 miles turn left onto Becket Road. Parking will be on your left after a third of a mile. From Great Barrington: Take Route 7 north into Stockbridge. Turn onto Route 102 heading east into Lee. After passing Big Y, turn right onto Route 20 heading east. After approximately 4 miles turn left onto Becket Road. Parking will be on your left after a third of a mile. From Pittsfield: Take Route 20 south into Lee. From Lee, stay on Route 20 heading east, past the Mass Pike toward Becket. After approximately 4 miles turn left onto Becket Road. Parking will be on your left after a third of a mile. GPS: 42.2959, -73.1612 (Trailhead parking) Questions For questions reach out to Charlotte at [email protected] For DAY-OF event issues (i.e. last minute cancellation or lost) please call the Community Events cell phone at (413) 717-1262. Participant Cancelation There is limited space for this event. If you no longer plan on attending, please email [email protected] as soon as possible so that we can give your space to someone else. Event Cancelation Cancelation may occur if: Temperatures over 91 Degrees F due to potential for heat exhaustion Forecast for thunderstorms or steady rain