Exploring Grief through Mindful Photography
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Exploring Grief through Mindful Photography

By Breanne Cook - Grief and Resilience Coach

A gentle grief workshop using mindful photography, journaling & reflection. No skills needed—just a phone and an open heart.

Location

Online

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Highlights

  • 1 hour, 30 minutes
  • Online

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 3 days before event

About this event

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Mindful photography is a gentle and creative practice that uses the camera as a way to slow down, pay attention, and explore what’s present, both around you and within you. These online sessions are designed to support people navigating grief, using guided photography prompts, journaling, and reflection to help you connect with your emotions, your memories, and your sense of self.

You don’t need to be a photographer or have any special equipment, just a phone or camera and a willingness to explore. Each 90-minute session offers a safe, supportive space to pause, see differently, and tend to your grief through image-making, conversation, and meaning-making. Whether your loss is recent or long ago, these sessions meet you where you are.

Each session explores one of five grief-focused themes from my Grief in Focus model:

  • SEE – Slowing down to notice what’s really there in your grief.
  • FEEL – Making space for emotions without being overwhelmed.
  • TEND – Supporting yourself with care, comfort, and steadiness.
  • HONOUR – Staying connected to what’s been lost through memory and meaning.
  • REIMAGINEGently exploring who you're becoming and what's possible next.

Please click this link to see the calendar of events and description of each session to help you choose the right sessions for you.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be good at photography to take part?

Not at all. These sessions are about using your camera (or phone) as a way to slow down and pay attention, not about taking technically perfect photos. There’s no judgement, no right or wrong image—just a chance to see what’s really there and respond to it.

What kind of camera do I need?

Any kind of camera is fine—even a phone. You don’t need fancy equipment or editing apps. The focus is on the process, not the result.

Is this a therapy group?

No, this isn’t therapy, but it is therapeutic. These sessions are designed to be supportive, reflective, and creative. I’m a qualified coach with a background in social work and grief education, and I hold the space gently—but it’s not the same as formal counselling or therapy.

What happens during the session?

Each session includes a grounding activity, a short teaching or reflection, guided photography prompts, time to take photos, space for journaling, and optional group sharing. You’re welcome to take part in whatever way feels right for you.

Do I have to share my photos or talk about my grief?

No. You’re always welcome to share, but there’s no pressure at all. This is your time and your space. Whether you speak or stay quiet, you’re just as welcome.

What kind of grief is this for?

Any kind. People come with all sorts of experiences—bereavement, relationship loss, life changes, health losses, estrangement, and more. You don’t need to justify your grief or explain it. If you’re feeling it, it matters.

Can I come to just one session? Or do I need to commit to a series?

You’re welcome to attend as many or as few sessions as you like. Each session stands alone, with its own theme and prompts. Some people come once, some come regularly—it’s up to you.

How private is it? Is it a webinar or a small group?

These sessions are small group workshops, usually with 6–10 participants.

I’m not sure I’m ready. What if I get too emotional?

It’s okay to feel whatever you feel here. There’s no expectation to hold it together or be ‘okay.’ I’ll guide you through the session with care, and you can always step away if you need to. You’ll never be pushed to go further than you’re ready for.

Is this suitable if I’ve been recently bereaved?

Yes—though it depends on what you’re needing. These sessions aren’t overwhelming, but they do invite reflection and emotional presence. If that feels supportive for you, you’re welcome to join, whether your loss is recent or long ago.

Organized by

Breanne Cook - Grief and Resilience Coach

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