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:photoJanuary 10: Move Forward Photography Challenge:photo​

Welcome to day 10 of MOC 2026! I am thrilled that MOC is back and even more thrilled to be hosting another challenge!

Today, we are exploring the theme of moving forward through a photo or photos! Moving forward doesn’t mean forgetting or rushing past what came before. It means carrying what mattered, releasing what no longer fits, and choosing—again and again—to take the next step. Sometimes moving forward is bold and visible; other times it’s quiet, steady, and deeply personal. Progress isn’t about how far you’ve gone—it’s about continuing to go.

This photography challenge invites you to capture the quiet, powerful moments that show what it looks like to keep moving forward—one step, one frame, one story at a time.

My challenge to you is to take a NEW photo of something that represents moving forward to you. Here are some prompts that might help get you started:
  • The Next Step
    Photograph feet, shoes, or a path ahead.
    Focus: Beginning again, even when the step feels small.
  • Open Door / Open Space
    Capture a doorway, gate, window, or wide-open space.
    Focus: What’s opening up for you right now?
  • A Sign of Direction
    Photograph arrows, road signs, trails, or lines leading forward.
    Focus: Guidance—clear or uncertain.
Photo Challenge Requirements:
- Take at least one photo of something that represents moving forward. Since this is a photography challenge, your photo must be a new photo taken today or after today. The photo must be taken by you; using stock photos or photos taken by others will not be allowed for this challenge.
- Your page MUST include more than just a photo and background paper. You can scrap in any style you like, but scrap products must be used.
- Have fun!


Here is my page using Do It For You by Rachel Jefferies and Little Butterfly Wings
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In addition to the specific instructions above, your page must be a new page in order to count for the Month of Challenges. Your page must be posted in three places:
  1. Uploaded to the TLP Gallery (no outside hosting will be permitted)
  2. Posted in your MOC 13 page thread you created in the MOC Layouts Folder, using the Copy GALLERY BB found on the right side of your page in your gallery
    • You should have one post per completed challenge page. If you complete all 31 challenges, your thread should contain 31 posts
    • Please do not comment in the participants’ page threads so we can keep them clean
  3. Posted in this thread using the Copy GALLERY BB found on the right side of your page in your gallery.
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Your page must contain Lilypad product (pages with photos and font only do not count). Product from other stores will not be allowed for MOC; your pages must contain 100% Lilypad product (current or retired product from designers or guest designers presently selling at The Lilypad). For more details, check out THIS post.
 
I took the artsy route for this challenge.
The photo is unedited itself but masked and blended into the background and card by LBW. I took it while I was outside, it was raining outside and the snow was melting away.
I love how it captures movement -even when we stand still (I had to for this photo), the world around us keeps changing. There is something comforting in noticing that quiet transformation and allowing yourself to enjoy it. I wanted this page to feel a little dreamy and I think it does.
Thanks for the challenge, Jan!

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I took the artsy route for this challenge! The photo is unedited itself but masked and blended...
 
Perfect timing! In the morning we went for a walk in a small forest on the outskirts of the city, to enjoy the fresh air and the peace and quiet. We go there especially in winter, if there is no snow, or when we have some free time during the week, trying to avoid the crowds. Otherwise, it is full of people there and it is not so pleasant and peaceful, at least for us... The picture is taken by me, Adi hates taking pictures.

10. The Path We Follow - MOC13_January10

10. The Path We Follow - MOC13_January10

January 10: Move Forward (PHOTO)
 
I purchased the new (2026) version of PSE a few weeks ago, but procrastinated installing it - probably because I was reluctant to get out of my comfort zone with the old version (2023). This morning I made the leap! I still have a learning curve ahead, but I am moving forward! Perfect timing for this challenge, and the "Shift" mixed media kit from Lynn G and Rachel J is perfect!
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Day 10 Move Forward.sm.jpg

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I took a screenshot of my computer as I downloaded PSE 2026. This represents a leap forward for...
 
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