This creative methods site was compiled by Kelli Rose Pearson and illustrated by Réka Livits (visualive.eu).
Title | Photograph of the Future |
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Purpose | Taking time to notice that examples of (or symbols of) positive transformation already exist in our present reality can empower people working for change in their own communities. |
Time | 15 minutes to one hour, One to three hours |
Description | “The future is already here, it’s just not evenly distributed” ~ William Gibson This method gives participants a chance to quietly reflect on what kinds of change are important to them in the context of the project or issue at hand using an intuitive and visual approach. It uses the familiar technology of smart phone photography to support participants to think metaphorically/symbolically and to share insights with others. |
Describe the Materials/preparation needed |
Low preparation time |
Use | Warm-up, Generating Ideas, Reflecting/Metabolising |
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Appreciative Inquiry | Discover, Dream, Positive Core |