Author Archives: Pamela Zmija Photography

June is Brain Injury Awareness Month

In November 2008, our world was turned upside down. My brother Adam had a fall that would forever change his life. Adam helped bring a group to our small town, as he knew first hand the importance of brain injury awareness and also, sadly, the lack of support for people with this injury. https://www.biaww.org/ TheContinue reading “June is Brain Injury Awareness Month”

A Still Start to June: Beauty in the Quiet Moments

As June begins, nature has a way of reminding us to slow down. The rush of spring is behind us, and summer hasn’t quite hit full stride. There’s a pause—a breath between seasons. It’s in that in-between space where I find inspiration, especially through the lens of macro photography. This image was captured after aContinue reading “A Still Start to June: Beauty in the Quiet Moments”

The Art of Seeing: Lessons from a Raindrop

In the hustle of daily life, we often overlook the beauty that surrounds us. Yet, sometimes, it’s the tiniest details that hold the most profound lessons. This image—a close-up of rain droplets perched delicately on a leaf—serves as a reminder of the elegance found in simplicity. The Power of Perspective Macro photography trains the eyeContinue reading “The Art of Seeing: Lessons from a Raindrop”

The Mindful Photographer: Life Lessons Through Macro Shots

Macro Photography teaches you to look beyond the obvious. Its a crucial life lesson. Beyond the Obvious: What Macro Photography Taught Me About Life In a world obsessed with the big picture, macro photography taught me the value of looking closer. I first picked up a macro lens. I thought I was just exploring aContinue reading “The Mindful Photographer: Life Lessons Through Macro Shots”

Embrace Rainy Days: Macro Photography Tips

I used to dread the damp, dreary, rainy days. Now I grab my camera and macro lens. I go out and make the best of the weather by shooting! Its one of the most unique ways to capture the beauty of nature, intimately. Ive noticed when shooting macro, I tend to hold my breath. NowContinue reading “Embrace Rainy Days: Macro Photography Tips”

Rain, Leaves, and Nature: Discover What Takes Your Breath Away

Nature never ceases to amaze me, the beauty of the rain on the leaves of this plant are just breath taking. Something I am deeply being reminded of. Breath. Find more things that truly take your breath away purely by their beauty! Nature is so beautiful. Plants do not care who or what is aroundContinue reading “Rain, Leaves, and Nature: Discover What Takes Your Breath Away”

Healing Through Photography: A Mindful Journey

Photography as Therapy: Finding Healing Through the Lens In our fast-paced world, moments of stillness can be rare. Yet, within the quietude of nature and the delicate details of everyday life, there lies a profound opportunity for healing. Through my lens, I’ve discovered that photography isn’t just about capturing images—it’s about capturing moments that inviteContinue reading “Healing Through Photography: A Mindful Journey”

Finding Safety in Breath: Overcoming Life’s Challenges

Life allows us to make decisions and plans. However, if we do not deeply listen to our body, we may hit roadblocks. These roadblocks are ones we previously wouldn’t have encountered. Grief can be interesting in the body. How you feel, what you feel, the when you have zero control over, how you support yourselfContinue reading “Finding Safety in Breath: Overcoming Life’s Challenges”