Lens and Legacy: Capture the Essence of Your Heritage Through Photography with Kirsten Elstner

18 Summers: Podcast for Parents

Get ready, wanderlusts! National Geographic Explorer Kirsten Elstner joins us in an exciting discussion about the power of photography in connecting us with our heritage and the inspiration behind her photo camps. Listen in for a captivating journey as we unravel the stories and inspiration woven into each photograph.

Key takeaways to listen for

• An overview of Photo Camp Stories’ origin, goals, and narratives
• How do your child’s photographs convey their passions?
• Valuable realizations you can gain from Photo Camp
• Why it’s important to document your daily stories and emotions
• The power of photographs in self-discovery and ancestral connection

Resources

• Photo Camp Stories by National Geographic
• PACIFICA INC | Pasefika Proud
• Citlali Fabián
• Victor Zea

About Kirsten Elstner

Kirsten Elstner is the driving force behind National Geographic Photo Camp and Visionary Workshops. She has brought her expertise since 2003 as a photographer and educator to over 35 countries, orchestrating 145 programs. Her work has been featured in the pages of publications such as Time, Life, The New York Times, and O Globo in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Kirsten’s commitment to education is evident through teaching at The International Center of Photography (ICP) in New York, Goucher College, the Art Institute of Boston, and the Corcoran Museum School in Washington, D.C.

Kirsten has not only curated exhibitions at prominent venues such as the John F. Kennedy Center and the United States Institute for Peace in Washington D.C. but has also taken the mission of National Geographic Photo Camp to international heights with showcases at the Nobel Peace Center in Oslo, Norway. Kirsten has left an indelible mark on the world, encouraging young people to harness the power of their voices through the art of photography.

Connect with Kirsten

• Website: Vision Workshops
• LinkedIn: Kirsten Elstner
• Instagram: @kirstenelstner | @ngphotocamp

Connect with Us

To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at [e-mail]. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here.

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