I had played with Lu’s camera a few times before. I took the first set of photographs that ended up as mandalas on a day on which, like any other, I left home and walked to work. I just happened to bring the camera with me. When walking alone, I usually make conscious use of my time and enter into a walking meditation, enjoying everything the day has to offer, be it sunlight, bird songs and the caressing of the wind; be it snow, rain, or falling leaves. I take the time to be thankful toward...

It is with utter gratitude and excitement that I share with you all: The Cosmic Sensorium is one of two sites to receive the first ever Best of Synthasite Award. A panel of judges selected this site as a finalist after evaluating more than 1,000 entries - users and visitors then had the final word by voting for the finalist they liked best. [For more info on the contest, read this article on Marketwire or go to the Synthasite blog to see the official announcement and read all the comments.]. ...