Photography by Janise Witt

Joy creates connection Joy expands and creates connection. The more you choose to have and be joyful, the more shows up. And very quickly. Even when not so great things show up in life, as soon as you think, where is the joy? Ta da, it is there. There is also a very strong physical sensation afforded by joy. Joy is actually a strong physical feeling. It really grounds you in your body and your body responds instantly with more energy and awareness. You are connected to higher

The face is the mirror of the mind, and eyes without Speaking, confess the secrets of the heart...St. Jerome Wow, when I reflect on the number of people I've had the opportunity to create photography with, together with wonderful animals and all Earth's family, I feel a sense of awe and wonder because every person is so very unique and every opportunity provides such insights into the beauty and wonder of life. As I reflect on the amazing faces I've captured and portrayed, I

Man did not weave the web of life, he is merely a strand in it... Native American Proverb What I love about this proverb is that it helps me understand that we're all in this beautiful web together and by living in a mindful and purposeful way, we each have the opportunity to contribute beauty and joy to the world in which we live. One of the most exquisite areas in Sedona is West Fork. It's a place where I know the web of life and all that threads through it is truly magical

A beautiful metaphor of the Potter's Wheel "Its about the centering place that's very important. Just be free in mind and spirit to create; be centered yourself and then you can focus and certainly center your clay. As you center the clay you need to interact and feel the clay - it tells you when it's ready. All you have to do is listen and that's hard for a lot of people. Once it's centered, just listen and go to the next step. You need to be centered as well as the clay.