I am a firm believer that if you want to improve your photography skills you have to stop reading tutorial after tutorial and pick up your camera! This is one of the reasons I’m starting a Project 365 tomorrow.
I also believe that you don’t need a fancy camera to capture amazing pictures. Some of the camera phone images I have seen on Instagram are amazing, truly amazing!
Another thing I believe is that it is important to focus on what we are thankful for. I remember years ago, Oprah talking about a gratitude journal. Where you write down what you are grateful each day. I remember doing this in high school and loved it. It is fun to sit back and focus on the small things. The little moments that may pass us by if we don’t stop to really be thankful for them. Maybe it is a cup of coffee your spouse made you in the morning, a hug from your little one, or the kids picking up their toys without being asked. These are all the moments I want to focus on.
I recently read about a photographer who created a book – 365 Gratefuls where she focused on what she was grateful for. She mentions in this interview that she was once told that the key to happiness is being grateful.
Kim at SHUTTER|bag and I are teaming up to challenge you to spend the next 30 days focusing on what you thankful for. Post your images on Instagram and use the hashtag #30thankfuldays. There is never a good time to pick up a photography challenge, especially one that encourages you to shoot everyday. However, with the holidays coming, we can so easily lose sight of what is important because we are focusing on so many other things.
Take the time in November to pick up your phone and capture 30 things you are thankful for. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
Be sure to follow Kim – Shutterbagusa and myself – Clickitupanotch on Instagram.
The Rules:
– Take a photo everyday of something you are thankful for, post it on Instagram, and use the hashtag #30thankfuldays
It’s that simple!
I hope you will join us in this fun challenge that not only will improve your photography but will help you focus on the wonderful things in your life.
So are you in? Leave a link to your Instagram profile if so. Let’s follow each other.
I NEVER use Instagram but maybe this will get me more motivated! Already doing a 365 so will do thankful shots for November. Sounds like fun!
http://instagram.com/ashleyversluis
I was JUST thinking about starting a gratitude journal, and this is an excellent way to kick it off (since I’m often better with photos than I am with words). I’m IN! :)
http://instagram.com/allison_fay
I’m incredibly bad about staying on top of these types of things… But using my phone maybe I’ll be a bit better about it! Link – http://instagram.com/kymbirleigh
I’m in!
http://instagram.com/mull1221
Can’t wait—-Sounds super fun!
I’m in! I love instagram. This will be fun.
http://instagram.com/kay_schrock is my username
I’m in! http://instagram.com/ojennybombz
I’m in. Also, I am thankful for great ideas like this! #30thankfuldays
http://instagram.com/jeca2885
I love a good Instagram challenge- I’m in!
http://instagram.com/sewin2disney
Woo! Went and “followed” all of those above me! I can’t wait to get started!
Yes! Yes! Yes! I’m in. http://instagram.com/tweetysimon
I’ve already followed everyone here. ;) Cant wait to start.
I’m in!!
http://instagram.com/lalalisa1971
I would love to join!
http://instagram.com/kourtneyhand
I’m in! And SO excited! Can’t wait to see what you all post!
http://www.instagram.com/karazylstra
I’m in! I live in England.
http://www.instagram.com/angiebaby3076
There are SO many things to be thankful for and this will be a daily reminder to cherish the little moments.
http://instagram.com/_laurahernandez
This sounds SO fun! I’m in! :) link -> http://instagram.com/theswheatlife
I’d love to play! I need something to make me shoot more often, even if its with my phone.
http://instagram.com/ebee99
Yay! What a great idea! I usually post on FB every day in November, but I *LOVE* the idea of a photo journaling system! I’m in!
http://instagram.com/loveloria
This sounds so fun! Can’t wait to start!
http://instagram.com/kaytee200
I’m in!
http://instagram.com/grlandherdog
So excited!
@kamarshall624
I’m so in!! I’m photogirlinvan this should be fun!!
sounds like fun. http://instagram.com/lisarratliff
Messed that up! Here you go!
http://instagram.com/kamarshall624
Thanks for hosting this. I’m looking forward to it
instagram: @sunshinetothesquareinch
This is my first instagram challenge! Can’t wait!
Let’s try this one more time…
http://instagram.com/sarah_shep8109
I’m going to give this a try. I love the idea of using my camera phone for a challenge.
http://instragram.com/mjbissell
What a great idea! I’m in :) http://instagram.com/madasanc
I’m in! I so believe in the power of gratitude lists. I love this! http://instagram.com/_charmainemarie
http://instagram.com/melsama
We don’t celebrate Thanksgiving here in Australia. For a while though, I’ve been wanting to add a family tradition in November based on gratitude. I’m definitely joining this challenge! {since I’m already a instagram junkie anyway lol}…..The idea has just come to me after reading this post – that at dinner time each night in November, I’ll invite my children to say 1 thing they are thankful for too. Thanks for the push!
I totally want to try to do this!
http://instagram.com/kandipalooza/
Yay! This is great!!
http://instagram.com/gstrawsburg
I would love to join!
http://instagram.com/ellemphoto
Looking forward to it – this is the first time I’ve ever done anything like this!
http://instagram.com/karaspillman
I’d like to give it a try
http://instagram.com/mrousseau09
Sounds like a great idea! I love these photo challenges. http://instagram.com/joeygirl86
Ok I’ll try it!
http://Instagram.com/rosesdaughter
This is a great idea. I’m in!
http://instagram.com/photagerinj
Just what I need to get back into instagramming
http://instagram.com/ansheppard
I’m in! Follow me at Instagram.com/jnttslv
Because I can’t seem to say NO especially since i’m trying to push my photography more I’ll play along as well!! I’m http://instagram.com/eaugustin
I’ve been doing this on Instagran since January 1st! I love it! You can see my thankfuls if you’d like- my insta name is Natalie Schafer Ryan.
@allyfmtexas can’t wait to do this!
Love this & of course I’ll be there. ;)
http://www.instagram.com/trisha_eatyourbeets
Love instagram! Can’t wait to get started!
I’m in for this! A great way to remember what the season is all about! Thank you!
http://instagram.com/terri_c_79
This will be my first time to join an Instagram challenge! I’m totally sold on the theme :)
instagram.com/_reginarcruz
I am sooooo in. http://instagram.com/americantjej
I am super excited to join in this challenge!
http://instagram.com/naptimeismytime
I’m in! So excited! http://instagram.com/jenniferpvm
Love this!
So excited!!! http://instagram.com/#na_na226
http://instagram.com/rwells97
Woohoo!! :)
http://instagram.com/p/gL8AkQh5GR/
I love this challenge. I never do these but there’s a first time for everything… Feeling like being thankful. ;)
Hoping I can stick to it every day!
http://instagram.com/atashleij
http://instagram.com/atashleij
Cant wait! Starting now!
http://instagram.com/daisyrn08/#
This sounds so fun!! I think I’m going to try :)
http://instagram.com/bkwrm_275
I’m excited!!
http://instagram.com/guinstanton#
Love instagram challenges :)
http://instagram.com/raeholloway
instagram.com/oonaclicks
Can’t wait! I’m a new reader to your blog and can’t believe how much I have learned! Thank you thank you thank you for being willing to share what you have learned and write it all down. You’re amazing!!
Can’t wait! I’m a new reader to your blog and can’t believe how much I have learned! Thank you thank you thank you for being willing to share what you have learned and write it all down. You’re amazing!! http://Instagram.com/meganz22
Oops! Left it out. http://Instagram.com/meganz22
I am super excited to be a part of this challenge. Thank you. http://instagram.com/theshanaway
Im in. My instagram info is @jbaby352
Yay! I’m in. This will deffo keep me busy and help me to count my blessings!xx
I.m in :) my Instagram name is lisablevins . Thanks for the follow :)
I am in!!
http://instagram.com/jmg2011/
I’m in! Feels great already living a more thankful and blessed life!
http://instagram.com/pinkstwabewies
I’m in!!
http://instagram.com/shannon370
Ooppss.. I’m late! I just saw this post today, where 15 days are already gone! :(
I’m already in project 365, but now thinking to start a 30thankful days too! :)
My instagram account: @tavanaashna
It’s never too late :)