We discussed the contribution of Australian photojournalism to expanding our understanding of how Australians saw themselves during this moment of history. We also discovered stories behind the Fairfax photo archive of glass plate photography and the methods used in creating these pieces of social history.

This virtual learning session allowed participants to delve into the Fit to Print exhibition and meet the curators, all from the comfort of their loungeroom or favourite lunchbreak spot!

This session was a zoom webinar and cameras will be hidden. Participants were able to contribute ideas and questions to the conversation by typing into the Q&A and chat function.

The learning session was recorded and made available after the event.

About Fit to Print: Defining Moments from the Fairfax Photo Archive

Explore the art of photojournalism with highlights from the Fairfax Photo Archive selected by renowned photojournalist Mike Bowers. With images printed from the original glass-plate negatives the exhibition explores how the pioneers of press photography in Australia developed their storytelling skills while also creating a lasting record of Australian society in the opening decades of the 20th century.

This free exhibition closes on 20 July 2025. 

Learn more about the Fit to Print exhibition