SNAP HAPPY (ADULTS VERSION)

🌟 Photography for Wellbeing and Perspective 🌟

In today’s busy world, many of us move too quickly to truly see. Photography invites us to pause, notice, and connect — not just with the world around us, but with our own emotions and perspectives.

“Snap Happy” is a creative workshop that uses basic photography to help adults build mindfulness, emotional resilience, and a fresh way of seeing life’s challenges.

OVERVIEW

 

PERFECT FOR:

  • Community Centers and Adult Education Programs
  • Workplace Wellness Initiatives
  • Mental Health and Wellbeing Events
  • Creative Retreats and Workshops

TAKEAWAYS:

  • A new way to manage stress and cultivate presence.
  • Personal insights captured through your own images.
  • Practical mindfulness tools that extend beyond the camera lens.

 

WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Learn simple techniques to capture moments of beauty, meaning, and reflection.
  • Explore how shifting physical perspectives can influence emotional perspectives.
  • Use photography as a tool for self-expression, mindfulness, and wellbeing.
  • No photography experience required — just a smartphone or camera and an open mind!

📷 Rediscover the world — and yourself — through a different lens.🌿

DETAILS

 

  • Workshop Length: 90 minutes (plus  up to 30 minutes travel time either side)
  • Maximum Group Size: 8 
  • Suitable for: anyone. Our locations can include rough terrain but we can tailor a bespoke program. Ask about this when you enquire.
  • Materials needed: Student smartphones or simple cameras.
  • Includes:
    • 5 Creative photo prompts
    • Guided personal reflection
    • Group discussion and sharing (optional)
    • Mindfulness techniques integrated throughout
  • Weather dependent? Yes, if the weather is unsuitable we may reschedule.
  • Accessibility: Our vehicle has space to transport a wheelchair (non-motorised) but passengers are required to step up and down to get in/out of vehicle. Assistance can be provided. Suitable accessible locations can be scouted on request.

 

INCLUSIONS:

  • Transport: vehicle has plenty of cargo space to bring equipment.

TYPICAL ITINERARY:

  • 9.15am depart school/college
  • 11.45am return to school/college

WHAT TO BRING:

  • Any type of camera (including cell phones)
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Water bottle
  • Warm jersey
  • Raincoat
  • Closed-toe shoes

COST

$85 +GST per person

(Sunrise and after-dark options available for added cost)

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