The Guided Heritage Photowalk aims to explore and reconnect archaeology, heritage and the present moment through a creative approach. Led by Digital Youth Engagement Producer and neurodivergent visual artist, Emily June Smith, the tour explored seven historic landmarks across Newcastle. With the help of prompts designed for each site, participants were encouraged to rethink the connection of past and present, explore often-missed details in big buildings, and experiment with capturing these moments with the camera of their choice.
Why not head out into your local area to explore the heritage on your doorstep? Use the prompts below and adapt them for photowalks exploring a similar theme in other locations.
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Prompts
Host Biography
Emily June Smith is a neurodivergent visual artist based in Romford. Her work transcends traditional documentary photography to explore deeply personal and social narratives. As an artist with neurological disabilities, Smith’s practice serves as a powerful vehicle for communicating her distinctive perspective on the world, offering insights shaped by her lived experiences.