I have long been a fan of commercial photographer Steve McCurry. I have, with permission, recreated some of his portraits in thread and I have learnt so much just from observing the focus and effects he creates in his photography. It is often the everyday that evokes the emotional connection we can all share, even though the cultures and places may be far apart. Every once in a while I receive a post from his studio on a theme. The Latest was on hands. I thought maybe I could create a page on a theme from my own photographic stash. This theme is JOY

Denpasar, Bali 2013

Whenever we communicate with each other correctly there is an exchange of energy: Reshad Feild

Bali 2013

Life is a pretty precious and wonderful thing: Kyle Crighton

Te Kuiti, New Zealand 2012

Everything we do in life…. Is it not just a game? Gururaj Ananda Yogi

West Coast, New Zealand

Success is a journey not a destination - half the fun is getting there: Gita Bellin

Old Delhi, India 2023

Let reality be reality: Lao-Tse

Old Delhi, India 2023

Experience is determined by yourself - not the circumstances of your life. Gita Bellin