I have lived in my town for 8 years and driven past this one church thousands of times – as used to commute back and forth to work on this route for 7 years. I have noticed this wonderful building before and this Red door has caught my attention many times. I always threatened to stop there “one day” and take some photos.
But because of this project I actually did make that “one day” into today. The building is magnificent and I love this door of the church. It seems to be from medieval times, as is the stonework and architecture. So I went from just driving past, saying, “Hmm that is so nice, I must go there one day” to actually going there and being in awe. For once I really noticed the color, architecture, detail, textures, craftsmanship etc etc. It was fantastic and I was captivated. Really enjoyed the “moment” and that was one of my aims of taking on this project.
As I drove away I couldn’t help but contemplate how good I felt after just photographing a “DOOR”. And realized I was doing what I love. One of my passions and this little gem of a building that I had passed a thousand times, gave me so much satisfaction – because I chose to STOP and be AWARE of it.
Now the plan is to get as many of those ‘moments’ into each day. That would be my Heaven, Nirvana, enlightenment or whatever label you wish to attach. These moments are all around us everyday. Choose one. Stop and Enjoy.
I am going back to “shoot” this church (am I allowed to say church and shoot in one sentence?) and don’t be surprised if she features again tomorrow and the next day.
I used my iPhone for this shot and added a “grungy” layer to add to the “medieval and old times look”
Absolutely magnificent! Yes you can use shoot and church in one sentence…
Thanks Christine. Love your blog and your photos are fantastic. Tks for stopping by.
Wow, what a gorgeous photo, full of intrigue! You just want to open that door… Amazing the results you can achieve with the iPhone. It’s also one of my favorites these days as it’s always in my pocket and ready whenever an image appears in my mind. I’m glad you made today the day!
I’m glad your blog is making you do things you said you’d do one day. The creative mind needs an outlet and I’m glad you are sharing your work and your thoughts/heart with us.
Love your blog!
Libby
Thanks Libby. Appreciate it.
Kenneth
You described perfectly why I love taking photos of seemingly ordinary things. Now every time you look at that photo, the feeling will return. I love doors and windows. This is a great post…
First, I sort of have a thing for doors, so this is practically like looking at door porn, (and I’m absolutely SURE I shouldn’t say door and porn in the same sentence, especially when said door is attached to a church). Secondly, as if the door itself and the shape and the structure and the architecture and the brick wasn’t sexy enough, did you get a look at that hardware? And the glass above the door? Good grief, this is door overload, in the best way! Love this shot. And especially love it that it brought you pleasure to shoot it.
This is a beautiful shot, full of intrigue, I can see how you would be in awe! Note to self, stop, and look again at the things I see every day.
Reblogged this on Conceptual Art.
Thanks for sharing, much appreciated.
Kenneth
It’s funny how we see something a million times and never really see it until one day your creative eye opens and there you are!
Thanks for following and the view of my photos,
Truly grateful
Tammy
A red door on a church building is symbolic of Christ’s shed blood on the cross. He even said of himself, “I am the door” and he said, “I am the Way.” So when a Christ follower sees a red door, it reminds of Him and his sacrifice.
A beautiful pic. 🙂
The photos are exceptionally, but so is the text accompanying them.
Beautiful picture… instantly fell in love with it and thanks for the wonderful description.
If you call this Heaven, I bet the real heaven would be many times breathtaking 🙂 Can’t wait to see it some day.
Gorgeous shot! I love the red against the stonework, and the hinges are fabulous!