Landscapes

Share Six Monthly Blog (June 2026)

This month’s theme, Landscape, took me in a direction I did not expect. Instead of looking toward open skies or distant horizons, I found myself moving downward into the quiet world beneath the surface. Landscapes are usually something we stand before, but inside Luray Caverns in Virginia, the landscape surrounds you. It rises above, drops below, folds inward, and carries the weight of time in every curve.

Stepping into the caverns felt like entering a slow conversation between water and stone. Every shape and every contour was formed by patience. The entire place is a landscape shaped one drop at a time.

Photographing these spaces felt different from photographing the world above. There was no wind or sky. There was no horizon to anchor the frame. Instead, the landscape wrapped around me and asked me to slow down. It asked me to adjust to its scale and to let my eyes settle into the slow language of stone.

This month reminded me that landscapes are not always wide. Sometimes they are deep. Sometimes they are hidden. Sometimes they ask you to move gently and to let your sense of time stretch a little.

Thank you for visiting. Be sure to stop by Sharleen’s post to see how she interpreted this month’s theme. Each month, our landscapes continue a quiet visual conversation.

LUPJI Photography

Flowers

Share Six Monthly Blog (May 2026)

This month’s theme, Flowers, felt like an invitation to slow down ,not to chase the grand scene, but to notice the quiet architecture of color and form right in front of me. Spring arrived in layers this year, each bloom unfolding at its own pace, each petal offering a small moment of stillness.

Some flowers announced themselves boldly, glowing in warm light. Others stayed tucked in shadow, revealing their beauty only when I leaned in close. And some were simply passing through a bud on the edge of opening, a petal holding a single drop of water, a blossom framed by the soft blur of everything behind it.

As I photographed them, I kept returning to the same thought: petals are tiny stories. They hold texture, memory, and movement. They remind us that beauty doesn’t always arrive fully formed but sometimes it’s a slow unfurling.

What Flowers Looked Like This Month
The early azaleas opened in soft pinks and corals, catching the morning light as their stamens reached outward like fine threads. Nearby, clusters of rhododendrons built their own quiet sculptures, each layer of petals adding depth and shape. The irises offered a contrast in timing: one still wrapped tightly in its bud, the other fully open and showing the delicate veining of lavender and white.

Dianthus flowers brought a burst of color, their vivid pink edges and fringed petals standing out against the surrounding greens. The peony bud held deep reds and pinks, a small sphere of promise waiting for its moment to unfold. After the rain, the clematis appeared freshly washed, its purple petals dotted with droplets that clung like tiny jewels. The roses moved through their own stages, from a single red bud to the rich folds of a fully opened bloom, each phase carrying its own quiet elegance.

Spring has a way of teaching patience. Petals open when they are ready, not when we expect them to. Photographing them this month felt like a practice in noticing, in honoring the small transitions, and in appreciating the quiet work of nature.

Thank you for visiting, and be sure to stop by Sharleen’s post to see how she interpreted this month’s theme. Together, we continue this visual conversation, one petal at a time.

LUPJI Photography

Framed

Share Six Monthly Blog (April 2026)

Photo theme for the month was Framed, and I couldn’t have planned it any better. Spring break was transformed into a week of adventuring and possibility-filled visiting colleges for Arthur, and meeting family. Unreal. Completely surreal, yet so beautifully earned. All week as we walked around campus after campus and city after city I found myself naturally framing the world around us during these in-between seasons.

First stop was Pittsburgh, PA. Pittsburgh may as well have been made for photographers with its desire to show off its beautifully structured nooks and crannies. Brass elevators. Marble lobbies. Stunning historic building faces. The impressive and instantly recognizable skyline. Frames upon frames everywhere Arthur and Azure wandered through that city.

We fell in love with Pittsburgh. The grit mixed with sophistication captured perfectly in my frames.

Our favorite college visit was, without a doubt, Duquesne University. There was something about walking around campus, around the fountain, in and out of the student union that made Arthur feel at home. Feel like this could be it. If all goes well (fingers crossed) we will be sending our boy off to Duquesne for his undergraduate studies. It was such a sweet feeling to frame him in the buildings that will one day be his “home away from home”.

Photography gives us the gift of pausing inside these frames, even when life is moving quickly around us. Thank you for visiting, and don’t forget to stop by Sharleen’s post to see how she interpreted this month’s theme. Together, we continue this visual conversation, one frame at a time.

Until next month, may you find yourself beautifully framed by the moments that matter.

LUPJI Photography

Daily Life

Share Six Monthly Blog (March 2026)

Our theme this month is Daily Life and I decided to take it both literally… and emotionally.

I have been photographing Azure (birth – present) daily for over four years now. One photo at a time I have built up a visual journal/archive of our home life — the way our house sounds and feels and looks. The magic of childhood unfolding before the lens without ever needing to declare itself.

Life in the day-to-day is pretty mundane. It’s your kid climbing into a cardboard box because it will make you laugh. It’s the dining room chair that’s also a rocket ship. It’s that fuzzy sweater your kid is wearing color because it’s soft and they love it. It’s Earth with all your might, cradled in your hands just because you can. It’s dress up and macaroni art and superheroes and toothpaste smiles.

Captured here are glimpses into the everyday spaces my boys call home — their world(s). Some are wild and bursting with movement. Others are calm. But they are all slices of our lives together.

Messy. Happy. Fleeting.

Photography is how we preserve moments in time. These photos are my daily life and I’m so glad you’re here to join me in it. Remember to stop on by Sharleen’s blog to see what she captured this month and join us again next month when we will continue to fill up our frames!

With love until next time.

Let the small things guide you home and may light find you.

LUPJI Photography

Low Light

Share Six Monthly Blog (February 2026)

This month’s theme is Low Light, and I took it literally—then emotionally.

All portraits were created in studio with minimal lighting, using only soft directional sources to carve out mood and mystery. My models were my sons, Arthur and Azure, who brought their own personalities to the shadows.

Low light photography is less about what you see and more about what you feel. It invites quiet. It demands intention. It rewards patience.

Arthur’s portraits lean cinematic—trench coats, hats, and a gaze that holds its own silence. Azure, on the other hand, plays with gesture and expression, letting his hands and eyes speak in the dim.

I chose black and white to strip away distraction and let the light sculpt the emotion. Each image is a study in restraint: fewer pixels, deeper stories.

Low light doesn’t mean less—it means intimacy. It means trust. It means letting the subject emerge from the quiet.

Photography lets us hold onto the moments that shape us. These winter scenes are part of that ongoing story. Thank you for being here, and don’t forget to visit Sharleen’s post for her take this month. Together, we keep adding new frames to the journey.

Until next time, may winter’s quiet steady your steps and the light find its way back to you.

LUPJI Photography

Weather

Share Six Monthly Blog (January 2026)

Winter carries its own quiet language. Some days arrive with celebration, others with stillness, and many with the simple joy of play. These six moments, photographed entirely on an iPhone, explore how weather shapes the stories we live.

This month’s collection brings together six moments that reflect the quiet beauty and playful spirit of winter. From the soft glow of a snowy neighborhood at dusk to the laughter of sledding runs, from small discoveries on the ground to simple joy in the cold air, each photograph captures a different mood shaped by weather. Together, they form a gentle portrait of the season—peaceful, curious, and full of childhood wonder.

Photography is a way of holding onto the moments that shape us. These winter scenes are part of that ongoing story. Thank you for being here, and don’t forget to visit Janet’s post for her take this month. Together, we keep adding new frames to the journey.

Until next time, may winter’s stillness steady your steps, and the light return to you, again and again.

LUPJI Photography

Graduation 2025

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Graduation Moments with Saugat Bhattarai

November 25, 2025

This month, I had the honor of capturing a deeply personal and celebratory milestone—the graduation of Saugat Bhattarai, my brother-in-law, from Lambton College in Toronto on November 25th. I flew in from Washington, D.C. to be part of this momentous occasion, not just as a photographer, but as a proud family member offering encouragement and support.

The convocation was held in a beautifully decorated auditorium, with blue and white balloon columns, Canadian flags, and a stage that radiated pride and achievement. The large screen above the stage displayed joyful illustrations of graduates tossing their caps, setting the tone for a day filled with emotion and celebration. The word “LAMBTON” stood boldly across the stage, anchoring the event in its academic significance.

What made this graduation especially meaningful was the vibrant cultural representation. Saugat and several other graduates wore stoles featuring the flag of Nepal, a powerful symbol of heritage and identity. These details added layers of depth to the portraits—each image not only marked academic success but also honored the journey and roots of the graduates.

Beyond the ceremony, we took to the streets of downtown Toronto. The urban landscape—complete with CBC signage, Glenn Gould Studio, and Olympic banners—provided a dynamic contrast to the formal attire. These street portraits captured the joy and camaraderie of the graduates, blending academic pride with the pulse of the city.

Some of my favorite shots include candid moments with family and friends. Whether it was a proud sibling in a green dress with a leopard-print headband, or a group of graduates holding their diplomas with beaming smiles, each photo tells a story of support, love, and shared achievement.

Photography is more than documentation—it’s storytelling. This shoot reminded me that behind every diploma is a network of encouragement, sacrifice, and dreams. Saugat’s graduation was not just his triumph, but a celebration for all of us who walked alongside him.

Thank you, Saugat, for letting me be part of your journey. And thank you, Toronto, for providing the perfect canvas. And thank you for being part of this ongoing journey through. Please see what Janet’s has for this month . Every image shared adds to the story we’re telling—one frame at a time.

Until next time, may the stillness guide you, and the light always find its way to your view.

LUPJI Photography

Bhai Tika 2025

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Bhai Tika 2025: A Celebration of Bonds Beyond Distance

📸 October 23rd, 2025

This year’s Bhai Tika was a little different for me. Traditionally, it’s a day when sisters hoOn October 23rd, I celebrated Bhai Tika, one of the most cherished days of Tihar. It is a festival that honors the sacred bond between brothers and sisters, marked by the ritual of tika, garlands, and blessings. This year, I missed my sisters dearly, but the spirit of the day was kept alive by the love and generosity of my cousins. Shruti, Ranju, and Radha graciously placed the tika on my forehead, reminding me that family extends beyond immediate siblings and that traditions thrive when shared with those who care for us.

The day was made even more special thanks to my cousin Rajan and his family, who hosted the festival with warmth and hospitality. Their home became the center of celebration, filled with the fragrance of marigold garlands, the glow of oil lamps, and the laughter of loved ones. The ceremonial plate, adorned with fruits, sweets, and betel leaves, carried the essence of blessings and prosperity, while the prayers recited echoed wishes for long life and harmony.

Adding to the joy was Basanta juhai, whose humor and lightheartedness filled the room with laughter. His presence reminded us that festivals are not only about rituals but also about the fun and togetherness that make memories last. Between the tika, the garlands, and the shared meals, there was a sense of belonging that made the day unforgettable.

Closing Note

As I look back at these photos, I feel both nostalgia and gratitude. Bhai Tika continues to be a reminder of resilience, love, and the bonds that keep us grounded.

Looking back at the photos, I see not just the colors of tika and flowers but the bonds that hold us together. Bhai Tika is a reminder that traditions live on through the people who carry them forward, and even when circumstances change, the spirit of love and protection remains unbroken. I am grateful to Shruti, Ranju, Radha, Rajan and his family, and Basanta juhai for making this Bhai Tika a celebration of family, laughter, and resilience. And to add a cherry on the top, we rounded off the day with a great photoshoot — capturing not only the rituals but also the joy, the smiles, and the spirit of togetherness that defined this year’s celebration.

Thank you for being part of this ongoing journey through. Please see what Sharleen’s has for this month . Every image shared adds to the story we’re telling—one frame at a time.

Until next time, may the stillness guide you, and the light always find its way to your view.

LUPJI Photography

Black and White

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Location: Washington, D.C.

This month, I wandered through the heart of American symbolism—Washington, D.C.—with only my camera and a monochrome lens. Stripping away color revealed something deeper: contrast, clarity, and quiet truths. These images are not just landmarks. They’re questions. They’re echoes.

1. The Capitol

Stillness in the storm.
Reflected in the pool, the Capitol stands like a thought paused mid-sentence. A lone figure walks among memorials nearby. In black and white, democracy feels less like a building and more like a breath—held, released, remembered.

2. Washington Monument

A needle threading time.
It pierces the sky with quiet defiance. Tourists pass beneath it, unaware they are part of its story. In grayscale, it becomes a sundial for the soul—marking not just time, but intention.

3. National Museum of Natural History

Stone bones and ancient echoes.
Its columns rise like vertebrae. Inside, Morganucodon oehleri—a creature no longer than your thumb—whispers of our shared origin. The museum is not just a building. It’s a fossil of curiosity.

4. The Hope Diamond

Beauty with a burden.
Encased in velvet and myth, the Hope Diamond glows like a secret. In monochrome, it’s less sparkle, more soul. Its brilliance is not just light—it’s legacy, longing, and the weight of every hand that passed it on.

5. World Population Clock

8,270,527,067 and counting.
A glowing counter ticks upward. Earth at night pulses like a living map. In black and white, the message is clear: we are many. We are connected. And every light is a life.

6. The White House

Stillness and symbolism.
Flags flutter. Fountains dance. People gather—some in protest, some in awe. In black and white, the White House becomes a metaphor: power meeting people, silence meeting speech.

Closing Thought

Black and white doesn’t erase—it reveals. These images aren’t just photographs. They’re questions. And maybe, just maybe, they’re answers too.

Thank you for being part of this ongoing journey through light, memory, and quiet beauty. Through Sharleen’s lens, we continue to uncover the subtle magic hidden in everyday horizons. Every image shared adds to the story we’re telling—one frame at a time.

Until next time, may the stillness guide you, and the light always find its way to your view.

LUPJI Photography