Hopehill Senior Living, one of Vancouver’s most established senior living facilities, is pleased to invite members of the media to attend the opening reception of Threads of Time: Photographic Connections, an intergenerational photography exhibition at Emily Carr University of Art + Design (ECU). This unique event will take place on February 13, 2025 at the Michael O’Brian Exhibition Commons Gallery (1st Floor) and will celebrate the culmination of a collaborative photography project that brought together ECU students and Hopehill residents, demonstrating the power of creativity and connection across generations.
Over the past several months, students from ECU and seniors from Hopehill have worked closely to create a series of striking portrait photographs that not only capture the likeness of the Hopehill residents but also reflect their stories, personalities, and lived experiences. Throughout this process, students have guided residents through a professional photography journey, ensuring that each portrait is a meaningful representation of the individual in front of the lens. This initiative has fostered deep connections, bridging the gap between generations through artistic expression and shared storytelling.
Exhibition Details:
- Title: Threads of Time: Photographic Connections
- Dates: February 13 – 26, 2025
- Opening Reception: February 13, 2025 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Emily Carr University of Art + Design, Michael O’Brian Exhibition Commons Gallery, 1st Floor
This exhibition is part of the Shumka Centre’s Pathways for Creative Futures program, funded in partnership with Hopehill and the Business + Higher Education Roundtable, with support from the Government of Canada.
Exhibition attendees will have the opportunity to witness students proudly presenting their work, sharing insights into the creative process, and reflecting on the relationships they have built with their senior collaborators. The showcase will highlight the profound impact of intergenerational engagement, demonstrating how art can serve as a bridge between different life stages, fostering mutual respect, learning, and inspiration.
We invite you to join us from 5:00pm to 7:00pm on Thursday, February 13th for this meaningful event and to explore the unique perspectives captured through these compelling portraits. Media representatives will have the chance to speak with students, seniors, and project organizers to learn more about the collaboration and its significance.
We look forward to welcoming you to this celebration of storytelling, creativity, and community.
MEDIA CONTACT
Jeremy Whittingstall
604-210-5592 ext. 1
