A women’s wellbeing photography project in York supporting confidence, self-esteem, and connection. Now exhibited at Allerton Castle. Learn more and get involved.
Building Confidence Through Photography: Women’s Wellbeing Project at Allerton Castle
Therapeutic Benefits of Photography.
Six Weeks of Summer - a therapeutic photography project to support people across North Yorkshire
Mindful Photography Workshops York & North Yorkshire | What’s On 2026
Discover upcoming mindful photography workshops and wellbeing events in York & North Yorkshire. Gentle, supported sessions—no experience needed. Limited places available.
Through the Lens: How Mindful Photography Changed Everything
YOUNG PEOPLE'S PROGRAMME · WELLBEING THROUGH CREATIVITY Six weeks. One camera. A world seen differently. Sometimes the most powerful transformations happen in the most mundane moments. Over six weeks, a group of young people picked up smartphones and a DSLR camera— and in doing so, discovered something far more valuable than photography. Don't wait for …
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A Call for Partners and Funders
Over the past year, our work in Eastfield has shown something powerful. When people are given simple creative tools to slow down and notice the world around them, meaningful changes begin to happen. Through our mindful photography project, 76 people engaged directly in workshops, one-to-one support, and community sessions. Participants reported feeling calmer, more connected …
Looking Forward
Reflecting on our work in Eastfield, one thing is clear: the conversation around wellbeing is growing, and communities want accessible ways to engage with it. Mindful photography – part of the wider field of therapeutic photography – has proven to be a powerful tool for personal reflection, creativity and community connection. Through this project we …
The Impact of Mindful Photography
When we began delivering mindful photography workshops in Eastfield, our goal was modest: reach at least 25 people through five sessions. In reality, the project reached 76 participants directly. Across workshops, one-to-one sessions and community events, people explored photography as a way to slow down, observe their surroundings and reconnect with the present moment. The …
Introducing the Eastfield Project
At Mindful Photography UK CIC, we believe that sometimes the most powerful way to support wellbeing is simply helping people slow down and notice the world around them. Over the past year we have been working with the community in Eastfield, Scarborough to introduce mindful photography – a simple but powerful approach that blends photography …
Embracing Mindfulness in Scarborough: A Return to the Coast
As we step out of February, we are excited to announce our free programmes designed for those looking to slow down and truly appreciate their surroundings. Our recent still life session was a wonderful success, encouraging participants to capture the beauty of everyday moments through photography. Make sure your calendars are free for more mindful …
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Mindful Photography Exhibition in York
Celebrating Women Through Therapeutic Photography Workshops in York Zoe Cooper with Mindful Photography UK 2026 Over the past few months, I had the incredible opportunity to run ten sessions across various locations in York, dedicated to supporting women in enhancing their self-esteem through the medium of photography. Our goal was simple: to slow down and …
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