There’s a new mini project that has got me hooked.
If you’re on Instagram, you might have noticed folks posting daily photos on a common theme. I noticed this, and my curiosity piqued, I asked a friend about the photos she was posting. She sent me the list, and I’ve been hooked ever since.
I started off trying to take a photo — any photo — that would fulfill the theme. My approach to this, however, has evolved into one where I try to capture a daily photo of my activities for the day which would meet the theme. And look good too. It has challenged me to create interesting images out of my usual routine, and at the same time, these images serve as a visual diary snapshot of what I did that particular day. Of course, there are days when I cheat and use an old photograph because I have nothing that fits, or I take a photo a day late because I just didn’t manage to take one on time. But by and large, I have been sticking to my mission and it has made me see beauty in the everyday. I love that.
The February challenge has kicked off, and while I’m not sure I’ll follow this through the entire year, I’m having fun with this so I’m still posting daily. If you’re on Instagram, you can find and follow me @mummybean. That said, my account is private and I tend to only add folks whom I know so you’ll probably have to drop me a note before I’ll add you. Otherwise, I’ll be posting my monthly photo round-up here.
Looking at this, I can kind of see where my January has gone, since I started snapping on the 10th!
If you’re interested to join in, I’ve posted the February challenge list below. You can also find it here at Fatmumslim. Do check out the hashtag #photoadaychallenge or #janphotoaday or now, #febphotoaday to see everyone’s photos. I’ve certainly found it interesting looking at different takes of the same theme!
lilsnooze says
I'm still contemplating IF to start on it…
mirrror says
Interesting challenge. Might start on it today. :)<br /><br />Thanks for sharing.
Ai Sakura says
I'm playing along too. look forward to you pics! Chantelle is awesome for building a community like this. I'm gonna add u as @aisakuraharuka :)<br /><br />Ai @ <a href="http://www.sakuraharuka.com/" rel="nofollow"> Sakura Haruka </a>
missustay says
@<a href="#c1215255787623384803" rel="nofollow">lilsnooze</a><br />don't have to follow every day! i skip some days when i have no time. hee!
dreamlaughlive says
Thanks for sharing! Looks like a fun idea 🙂 mind I follow you? I am using @dreamlaughlive.
Delphine says
Ooh, I shall do a round-up too! 🙂
BeanBean says
@<a href="#c1215255787623384803" rel="nofollow">lilsnooze</a> Yes, C is right. Just post when you can or when the inspiration strikes!<br /><br />@<a href="#c1161856489127497378" rel="nofollow">mirrror</a> do share your pictures if you do! :)<br /><br />@<a href="#c2086856650889314890" rel="nofollow">Ai Sakura</a> and @<a href="#c8691868386819149088" rel="nofollow">dreamlaughlive</a> Added you
kér says
Yes indeed it's been really fun and became something I look forward to each day 🙂 Loved seeing your photos too!
BeanBean says
Me too! You pics are really nice! You have the artistic eye lah…
Anonymous says
Hello mummybean! <br /><br />I love looking at ur children pics esp cutie pie Naomi! <br />They really brighten my days! I have added you in instragram, can you accept my request? <br /><br />Thank u! <br />Fangness