Photo essays
The living presence of Buddhism
Visual stories of Buddhist practice, communities and everyday life — from monasteries and retreat centers to the gardens and gatherings where the Dharma takes root.
Feature essays
Places where practice lives
Feature essayGreat Vow Zen Monastery
Part of the Zen Community of Oregon and rooted in the White Plum lineage of Taizan Maezumi Roshi, kept alive through the guidance of Chozen Bays Roshi and Hogen Bays Roshi.
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Feature essayGarden of 1000 Buddhas
In western Montana’s Jocko Valley, on the land of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, a unique setting for exploring Buddhist life, practice and community.
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Feature essayCrestone
Home to more than twenty spiritual centers — Zen, Tibetan, Shambhala, Hindu, Carmelite, you name it.
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Moments of practice
Photo essayVajra Vidya
Set in Crestone beneath the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, where the high desert silence, the wind and the mountains all participate in the practice.
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Photo essayRetreats
In a world that rewards speed, productivity and constant responsiveness, stepping into retreat is a quiet act of resistance. It’s choosing depth over distraction.
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We’re inviting sangha members and experienced photographers to contribute Buddhist visual storytelling through photo essays exploring:
- Practices and rituals within your lineage
- Special moments and gatherings in your community
- Insightful stories drawn from your sangha or teacher
Your contribution helps demystify Buddhist practice and makes it visible, human and approachable — planting seeds of curiosity for others who may feel called to explore this path.
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