The “Zen of Landscape Photography” program with John Munno was a success!
For those who joined us on January 8th, it was an inspiring evening that went beyond the technical settings of a camera. John Munno provided a unique and insightful learning experience, blending his Zen philosophy with the art of landscape photography.
One of the standout aspects of the night was John’s teaching method. He used a distinctive combination of recorded videos of himself in the field paired with his detailed slides. This approach allowed us to see how he works on location, making it easier to visualize the process. It was an effective way to enhance our learning, showing us the practical application of his concepts in real-time environments.
The core of the program reminded us to slow down and connect with our subject. John showed us how to “see” the landscape through a different lens—not just looking at a scene, but understanding the beauty of nature around us. We learned how to immerse ourselves in the environment to find the “healing photo art” he describes.
From a technical perspective, the insights on using light direction and shadows were very helpful. John demonstrated how these elements are tools to convey emotion and tell a story. Whether it was “chasing the light” or understanding the timing of a shot, we walked away with a better grasp of how to use natural illumination to improve our photos.
