Matthew’s travelogue

Firewalkers

Photo Essay written 16 May 2008

Buddhist Monks honor the Island Forests of Miyajima, Japan by walking over hot coals.

Smoke

Smoke

Prayers

Prayers

Tending the Coals

Tending the Coals

Reading a Sutra

Reading a Sutra

Fire Tower

Fire Tower

Taiko Drummer

Taiko Drummer

Circling the Fire

Circling the Fire

Votive Sticks

Votive Sticks

Blessing the Coals

Blessing the Coals

Matthew Audet

Matthew Audet has been a member since 10 November 2007 and goes by SamsaraPhotography.

Currently in Samsara.

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I am amazed by the expression of human creativity found in everyday objects, art, and architecture, the world surrounds us. My photography attempts to slow, to capture the unnoticed, to preserve moments for quiet viewing.

You can also find Matthew at mattaudet.com.