THE PHOTOGRAPHERS PRAYER

WOW! 2009 is here! Its going to be a great year. (Odd numbered years are always good for me, I was born in an odd year '63)

I wanted to post this, Ive had this for many many years, and I love sharing it with others. This is something that I believe and something that means a lot to me. Its the Photographers Prayer. Have a good day everyone and don't forget to eat your Black eyed peas!

The Photographers Prayer

Oh God, as I bring my subject into focus and prepare to make each portrait, never let me forget that I'm creating 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 Author Unknown