What we're about
New Lens Photography Program Provides a way for adults 18 years old and up with a shared life challenge to connect and create in a safe space - learning to view, capture, and share their story through a new lens.
Through the combination of photography and mindfulness activities, participants enhance their creative abilities and are empowered with skills to improve their quality of life beyond the class.
8-week course
designed to prioritize accessibility & inclusivity via virtual classes & only requiring a smartphone
Flexible course structure t
easily slots into your busy lifestyle
Participant-driven pace
schedule in each exercise to your week as you please
Engaging weekly flow
including Zoom calls, assignments and discussion questions
Class Overview
Lesson 1: Intro + Welcome
Lesson 2: Compositional Techniques and Tools
Lesson 3: Tools to Take More Interesting Photos
Lesson 4: Photography Has Feelings
Lesson 5: Stories Everywhere
Lesson 6: Past, Present, & Future: Telling Our Story
Lesson 7: Portraits
Lesson 8: Self-Portraits
***Virtual/ In-person gallery
Lesson Syllabus
FOUNDERS' STORY
Kelly, former social worker and visual storyteller, now Communications Coordinator at Manzanita House, and Caroline, Occupational Therapist, met in Vietnam. New Lens was first created as a way to address the mental health needs of caregivers of children with special needs at a local therapy center.
In developing the program, and from the positive feedback of the participants, they decided to continue growing the project, making it available to other groups whom it could benefit.
Kelly and Caroline continue to strive to make the program as accessible and impactful as possible to all interested participants.
