I am a photographer and through this I often observe on my own space, place, and boundaries, but, only for the purpose of taking a photo. In this activity of picking four photos that reflect on this I started seeing a deeper connection to these photos which I had not experienced before. All of these photos have been taken by me over the past few years and I have not pondered their significance to me until now.

Follow a Path:

This photo is from a hiking trail near Banff, Alberta. This path, may seem lackluster at first, however it leads to a waterfall I would have otherwise missed had I not followed it.

Find a sit-spot

This photograph was also taken at Elbow Falls in Alberta, this rock here, although it may be unsafe, would be my ideal sit-spot to reflect. Every time I go to the mountains I am in awe of their beauty and feel so at peace. So this to me is the perfect sit-spot I could ask for.

Map your emotions

My grandpa grew sunflowers in the lot next to his house, some over 12ft tall. Sadly he and my grandma passed away when I was five years old but now whenever I see sunflowers I feel a sense of joy knowing he is present with me, following my along my journey in becoming a teacher. This photo reminds me of him and ignites that joy.

From a different perspective

As a photographer I often look at things from a different perspective, as a teacher I will need to do the same. The barn in this photo is old with pieces missing or breaking. But, its surroundings add to its beauty and I have brought in those surroundings by making them the forefront of the photo.