Welcome to Collaborative Photography
Our mission is simple: to improve the quality of life for older Australians by fostering creativity, social connections, and movement through engaging photographic based projects. Across this website we will be growing our resource library to help you incorporate photographic practices into your life and the lives of those who you care for.
New article in The Conversation: The surprising power of photography in ageing well
Read it here: https://theconversation.com/the-surprising-power-of-photography-in-ageing-well-257344
New research article: Sharing and caring: Collaborative creativity and co-curated exhibitions to enhance belonging in older adults. Australasian Journal on Ageing. 2025,
Open access here: https://doi.org/10.1111/ajag.70040
Picture Yourself Age Authentic Image Libary
Promoting authentic images of ageing to challenge ageist stereotypes in the media through a freely accessible and inclusive online image library.
Ageing Well Creative Lab
The Ageing Well Creative Lab is a fortnightly program that brings older adults together to explore cutting-edge creative technologies in a supportive, collaborative environment. Based in UniSC's state-of-the-art MIT Fab Lab, our program challenges traditional perceptions of ageing while fostering innovation, connection, and wellbeing.
Photo walks
Our photo walks blend creativity with movement, inviting participants to explore their surroundings through the lens of a camera. This project encourages creative expression, builds social connections, and improves mobility, making it a favourite for many.
Resources
We provide resources across all our creative projects to ensure that all older adults have access to creative practices.
“Photography offers a new way of seeing and looking at our surroundings afresh. Seeing the world through a camera means we slow down, we look for the simple beauty like colours, lines, and patterns. ”
— Dr Tricia King