Creative Balance

This portrait captures a quiet moment inside an artist’s studio, where creativity and well-being intersect. Framed by natural light, the subject holds a ceramic cup filled with paintbrushes—tools of expression and transformation. Printed on the cup are simple yet powerful reminders for living well: “Less Alcohol, More Tea. Less Meat, More Vegetables. Less Worry, More Sleep…” and so on.The composition draws the viewer’s eye first to the message, then to the artist behind it—smiling softly, grounded, and present. The paintbrushes rise like a bouquet, symbolizing growth, intention, and the daily practice of choosing better habits in both art and life. The image reflects balance: nourishment for the body, peace for the mind, and creativity for the soul.It is a portrait not just of an artist, but of mindful living.

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“Create with intention. Live with balance. Grow in small, beautiful ways each day.”
Sasha Mingia
Paris
A series of photographs taken by the artist in Paris is paired with personal diary entries written on the same day as the images. The project explores inner adaptation, loneliness, vulnerability, and self-observation in a new city, where the artist strives to preserve her identity.
Isabelle M Larsson
Oslo
On a walk with my camera I looked up on a museum building downtown and saw this silhouette of a couple, and I was just able to capture them before the moment was over. 
Haymo Bachmaier
Freilassing
// The MaibaumOn May 1st, 2026, the "Maibaum" was erected in Freilassing (Bavaria) during a grand celebration. This is an old tradition dating back to the 13th century. Musical entertainment was provided by the Stadtkapelle Freilassing and the Trachtler Freilassing performed with great enthusiasm.…
Enok Tsevi
Atakpamé
Les femmes en Afrique ont toujours démontré une force presque surhumaine et une résilience à toute épreuve, capable de supporter les réalités les plus grossières de notre continent. Dans mon enfance, j'ai vu ma mère élever seule ses trois garçons, contre vents et marées, jusqu'à l'obtention de nos…