Wabi Sabi

Recently, I have become so interested in the concept of wabi sabi, during my winter hibernation in Madarao. 

"The idea developed when two seperate words, wabi and sabi , were joined to convey a certain look, feeling, and world perspective. wabi means something like simplicity, humility, and living in tune with nature; it describes someone who is content with little and makes the most of whatever he or she has, always moving toward having less. 

Sabi, on the other hand,  refers to what happens with the passage of time; it’s about transience and the beauty and authenticity of age. Practicing sabi is learning to accept the natural cycle of growth and death, as well as embracing the imperfections that come with this progression. Together, wabi and sabi form a feeling that finds harmony and serenity in what is uncomplicated, unassuming, mysterious and fleeting." - Wabi Sabi Welcome, Julie Pointer Adams. 

I have been holding off on working with a lot of images i have taken because they are too flawed or too mysterious. As my photography has developed i have realised that if something makes me feel, it’s worthy, regardless of das imperfections.