Welcome to the ACE Archive
Watch a short introduction to our 2026 project for the Albany Bicentenary.
CLUB ACTIVITIES
Tuesdays- Outing begin from the Vancouver Arts Centre.
Thursdays- Outings begin from GenU.
We're currently looking at restarting the Saturday morning
workshops and Sunday photowalks.
Some thoughts on club activities for 2026
The Remarkable Everyday project is locked in thanks to some generous funding support from Lotterywest, Synergy, the Bendigo Community bank Albany and the City of Albany.
This will be our major project for the year in collaboration with Astrid Volzke.
Astrid's web page is here A real community involvement opportunity.
The club has always been aware of the need to keep an eye on future trends and try to anticipate any changes that may need to be considered.
Thanks to some excellent publicity by the Vancouver Arts Centre we're now on track to make some important changes to the way our club sees its role in the community 2026.
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From the feedback in the last month or so it appears that the programs that ACE has been involved in fulfill an important and worthwhile function in our community.
Support for people living with disability through photography has been a great success and has made some important breakthroughs in removing stereotypes. Being focussed on abilities has revealed some amazing talents in the process.
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In 2026 the club will need to widen its scope to cater for a growing interest in home schooling which from our experience so far has been eye-opening. Developing curiosity and creativity is something that photography and technology can both help strengthen inquiring young minds and keeping older minds focussed by sharing experience and knowledge.
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There's definitely a move back to 'authenticity' in photography. AI an produce a perfect image but it lacks the essential 'human' element that reassures the viewer that what they are seeing is in fact real and was made with genuine skill and compassion. It may be time to refocus on reality.
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Bringing this together means we need to attract skilled volunteers to help with club administration and participate in the programs we provide to the community.
ACE offers free membership to volunteers and the use of all club facilities and activities.
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Considering the many inquiries we've received lately, we'll be looking at re-establishing weekend photographic outings that will be suitable for all ages and abilities to attend. If there's sufficient interest we may begin Saturday youth photography workshops.
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The club is open to ideas for projects that follow our commitment to bringing the joys of photography to as many people as possible. Keep the feedback and the volunteer offers coming, we can make 2026 an amazing year.
THE VANCOUVER ARTS CENTRE YOUTH PROGRAMS
We've just completed the two youth Summer School photography workshops and we've all been amazed at the talents and potential we've enjoyed seeing develop so to speak.
There's definitely a move by parents to get young people away from the negative aspects of social media and get them into something a hobby or take part in some healthy outdoor activities.
Photography is a great way to learn some important skills while enjoying a more face-to-face experience.
The magic of the darkroom and all the creative opportunities photography can provide could make a real difference.
We enjoy the enthusiasm and creativity that young people show and the results reflect that in the work they produce.
Here's some examples from the workshops.
A PREVIEW OF THE REMARKABLE EVERDAY PROJECT FOR 2026
Thanks to Rio Tinto for providing funds for the production of our bicentenary series of photo stories in collaboration with professional photographer Astrid Volzke.
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Here's a taste of what we have planned..... CLICK TO VIEW
The Then and Now Photography Exhibition at the Museum
ACE is delighted to support the Museum of the Great Southern's exhibition that will be showcasing historic images of early Albany on a huge 180-degree screen.
We will be supporting the exhibition by providing a range of cameras from the era.
The opening of this exhibition will take place on the 11th of December 2025 and be open to the public for six months.​​
