About
We're here to celebrate the slow, mindful, and creative observation of ordinary moments—that's most of our lives! Why would anyone want to miss that? Walt Whitman described the problem as gum in our eyes. The film of familiarity prevents us from noticing what is mundane and every day. But as every scientist, artist and person who was once a child knows, once we start looking, whole new worlds begin to emerge from hiding. What makes this looking even harder these days is the algorithms weighing in and closely guiding our attention.
Breaking free and actively noticing the fleeting moments that make up our lives requires stronger muscles of curiosity and creativity. This takes community and practice. Join us to rewild your attention and notice more of what matters to you.
Poem: Do not ask your children to strive by William Martin Read by: William Sieghart
Our newsletter
At the heart of our project is a community newsletter that goes out once a month, and inspires you to experiment with your ways of looking at the world. It's how this project started and continues as a labour of love. We think your inbox will like it!
For more regular inspiration, hang out with us on Instagram and Threads.
- Nipun Mehta
A literally wonder–full project.
– Michael Gilmore
When everything is so busy, this is an antidote!
– Rebecca Rowan
As a photographer, Just Looking reminds me of what I value most in the first place: the process, not the outcome.
– Tony Bliss
Thank you for cheering me on to slow down and be more mindful.
– Evamaria Kulovits
Always, reliably, a treat.
– Dave Hampton
Our team
We are a micro team HQ-ed in London, UK.
Menka Sanghvi
Founder / editor / pond-swimmer
@menkasees
Ana Grigorovici
Creative director / strategist / pea-grower
@ana___g
Freddie Clough
Community host / marketeer / dog-lover
@freddieclough
Ethos
Everything we do and make, from printing our books to hosting this website, is as socially responsible and eco-friendly as we can muster.
Just Looking Press
Just Looking Press Ltd is a company registered in England and Wales with company number 15271920
Get in touch with us at hello@wearejustlooking.org