I read this incredible prayer on a blog of a photographer whose work I so greatly admire!
I just had to post it as it is so beautiful!
The Photographer's Prayer
Oh God, as I bring my subject into focus and prepare
to make each portrait, never let me forget that I'm
crafting treasures for some family, a keepsake for
loved ones. Make me sensitive to the qualities and
virtues of others, that I may draw out into the light
the beautiful radiant belongings of their hearts.
Help me to be an artist, collecting the beauty of every
soul, the glow of youth, the gentleness, the laughter
or tears of each life that is precious in Thy sight.
Deeper than a means of livelihood, give me the
perspective to see my photographer's art as a service
to others, making life richer and more memorable.
And, dear Lord, between the lights and shadows, the
ups and downs and the rolling years, keep me from
getting out of focus or off center, so that my life and
work may be framed with dignity and colored with
contentment.....
AMEN
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