A one-of-a-kind initiative
that celebrates the power of local storytelling
LOCAL STORIES, TOLD BY THE LOCALS THEMSELVES
It doesn’t get more real than that
The Our Photo Stories approach ensures that stories are honest, inclusive, and deeply rooted in the lived experiences of the community.
Look at your backyard in a whole new light
Transform everyday moments into memorable stories and share them with your neighbours. Gain valuable visual storytelling skills, while building a sense belonging.
Create immersive projects to strengthen community bonds, foster a sense of shared history, and boost skills.
Celebrate the unique aspects of regional Western Australia but also strengthen community pride and connection through shared storytelling.
Create genuine and relatable narratives that give others the opportunity to see ‘behind the curtain’ of Australian life, as it really is.
"They feel closer as a community from having been invited inside the lives of their neighbours"
Ruby Wilson - Borden
THE PROCESS
1) Fill out website enquiry form (Or send Astrid an email)
2) Schedule a phone call - I would love to know more about your community.
3) Does your community need funding - Let's look at options together.
Dive into an engaging, hands-on workshop showcasing vibrant community stories from across regional WA. In this 3-hour session, you'll learn to create your own photo story, exploring the art of capturing images with a common thread.
Take part in a themed photo walk along your town's main street and discover fresh perspectives on familiar surroundings, learning to notice and capture details that may have been overlooked. Open to everyone, no matter your age, background, or experience level. It’s a supportive, inclusive space for sharing stories and connecting with others.
By the end, you’ll have a digital photo grid you can share—something that shows off your unique perspective.
And don’t worry about equipment—smartphones are totally welcome! This is the perfect opportunity for anyone curious about photography to learn, create, and connect.
- 3 hour workshop
- 1 hour themed photo walk
- Curated digital photo grids
Fresh perspectives, tricks of the trade, inspiration, momentum, printables, morning/afternoon tea
Capture the heart of your community through locally told photo stories, showcasing the real, often unseen side of Australian life.
This multimedia project celebrates community pride, builds lasting connections, and strengthens storytelling skills while uncovering the creativity that thrives in regional Western Australia.
- 3 hour workshop,
- 1 hr community photo walk
- 1 hour school workshop
- One-on-one mentoring on location
- Portraits and audio of participants captured on their properties which adds personal significance and relevance to their stories.
- Editing and curating of photo stories.
- Preparation of community screening.
- Delivery of screening.
- Images and Videos supplied for future community use.
- (Optional Add-On) Pop-Up Printed Exhibition
"We loved your relaxed approach to teaching and that you spent so much time talking to everyone. We never felt rushed or that our photos weren't good enough. I love how inclusive you were on all our varying photography abilities. You were so encouraging! Sharing your personal stories, your awesome humour and zest for life was wonderful, we felt like we had known you longer than just the few days you were here."
Ann Franich - Kondinin
Our Photo Stories is an Act Belong Commit community partner
Albany | Wheatbelt | Western Australia & Australia-wide
The traditional owners of the land on which I live and work are the Menang people of the Noongar nation.
I recognise their continuing connection to land, waters, and community. I pay my respects to Elders and ancestors.