Behind the Lens - Leanna Julius

Leanna Julius, our next Behind the Lens feature. Let's have a look at another wonderful Nordic Lens community member and discover the stories behind her favorite photos.

Welcome to another issue of Behind the Lens, a series that shines the spotlight on the talented artists of our Nordic Lens community. This series delves into the work and perspectives of one member at a time, offering a unique glimpse into the diversity of our community.

In contrast to traditional interview formats, Behind the Lens empowers artists to showcase their creativity and share the stories behind their favorite photographs.

After all, who better to narrate the tale than the person behind the lens?

What is Behind the Lens?

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At the heart of Behind the Lens is a simple concept: Community members share their favorite photos and provide insights into why these images hold special meaning.

This opportunity allows us to explore the depth and richness of our community through the lens of its creators.

Those featured in the series have the freedom to choose works that resonate deeply, whether they're recent creations, all-time favorites, personal or professional, or a combination of all four. This flexibility ensures a genuine representation of each artist's journey and evolution within the community and beyond.

There are limitations to it, however—they must do it in 5 photos or less. This adds a personal, authentic, and intriguing touch. It compels them to choose and encourages them to be as mindful as possible about their favorite photos.

Behind the Lens is not your average interview series as it is consciously kept as personal as possible to preserve authenticity, the focus is solely on the photographers and their photos.

This fosters a more personal connection between the community and its members, allowing us to appreciate the richness of talent within Nordic Lens.

By offering a platform for members to share their favorite photos and personal insights behind them, Behind the Lens aims to inspire, connect, and deepen appreciation for the community's exceptional pool of talent.

Unlike the bi-weekly photo challenges that highlight the best submissions, Behind the Lens celebrates the authenticity of individual expression.

Our feature for this week is Leanna Julius, whose work embodies the beauty of nature and the that we strive to capture in this series.

So let's welcome Leanna and have her introduce us to her favorite photos.

Leanna Julius

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Hey Everyone!

My name is Leanna and as you can see from the photos I included I am a big nature lover and would spend all my time outside hiking, kayaking, or exploring if I could. 

I have a true passion for wellness, mindfulness, and intentional living which is why I created The Mind Reset. A place where I share my own experiences and knowledge as a soon to be health coach. 

Find Leanna on: Instagram

Leanna’s Favorite Photos

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Sunsets are one of my favorite parts of nature. And being on the beach watching the sunset takes it to the next level. This phot was take on Pensacola Beach in Florida after a long car ride to get there.

All the stress of driving and traffic immediately faded away when I saw this view. 

I love the combination of beauty and mystery in fog.

Taken on a walk around the local state park this was a very unusual scene for the end of December in the Midwest which made it even more special. 

I traveled to 5 new national parks in 2023 and this was one of them.

New River Gorge in West Virginia. We weren’t able to stay long since we were just passing through on our way home, but I look back at this photo and hope to one day return and explore further.

The Saguaro.

The largest species of cacti found in the Sonoran Desert. I had the privilege of living just 15 minutes away from Saguaro National Park for a year and I still miss it daily. 

Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado is home to so much beautiful scenery and wildlife.

If I could spend all my time hiking there I would. I took this particular hike with my niece and sister and couldn’t pass up this photo op with Hallet Peak peaking through the trees. 

Thank You Leanna!

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Leanna’s approach, rich in experience and adventure combined with professionalism, not only breathes life into the photos but also conveys the impression that there are still things to discover in this world, least of all ourselves.

Behind the Lens aims to showcase the authenticity of Nordic Lens members, be it through unfiltered photos, professionally edited works, or nostalgic memories. Leanna excels with her gorgeous photos, steeped in memory and experiences, hitting the ball out of the park.

I aim to provide a platform for community members to express themselves honestly, personally, or professionally, revealing what makes them tick.

I am incredibly grateful to Leanna for accepting my invitation and for continuing this series so strongly.

Her work is inspirational, and I can't wait to explore the creativity of more Nordic Lens members through Behind the Lens.

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Don't forget to subscribe to Lenna’s publication, the mind reset, and be sure to give her a follow on Instagram.

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The next issue of Behind the Lens will be published on March 10. To find out who the next person is, you'll have to wait and see.