Portraits of life

October 2016

AS PART of the Creative Ageing Festival 2016, Deloraine House partnered with renowned Tasmanian photographer Valentina Ricchi and residents of the Meander Valley.

They are celebrating being senior with a 'Life Portraits' photographic exhibition.

"I’m normally quite camera shy but Valentina was easy to talk to and very professional" said Derik Thompson, a resident of Deloraine, who is one of the exhibition participants.

"I enjoyed the whole experience. I chose to have my photo taken at the Deloraine Cenotaph as I was in the Army and feel a connection to that place," he said.

All the exhibition participants have spoken about their lives and chose a place to have their portraits taken.

Using multiple images of her models as well as some of their prized possessions, Valentina Ricchi has captured a unique insight into the extraordinary lives of each participant and created a portrait like no other.

This exhibition is magically beautiful and a definite 'must see'.

Displayed throughout the Creative Ageing Festival, the exhibition will be held at the Great Western Tiers Community Club, 33a Parsonage Street Deloraine from Monday 10th -14th October.

Share morning tea with the exhibition's models, hear their stories and their unique contributions to the Meander Valley at the exhibition opening, scheduled for Monday 10th October at 10:30am.

Everyone is welcome and a gold coin donation would be appreciated.

For all other Exhibition times throughout the festival see the Creative Ageing Festival 2016 program or call Deloraine House on 6362 2678.