Vinesh Kumaran - ‘Live Steamers’
Creator: Vinesh Kumaran
Artform: Photography
Timeframe: Feburary 2025
Location: Manukau Live Steamers /
Portraits in Motion: Celebrating the people behind the Manukau Live Steamers through photography and video.
This project seeks to create a dynamic and engaging visual narrative of the Manukau Live Steamers by combining professional portrait photography with video interviews.
There will be between 20-30 participants to be photographed. There will be 5 final video interviews. The exhibition will be open to all members, volunteers and the general public. It will cater to all ages and demographics.
“As a dedicated portrait photographer with a passion for community engagement, I aim to capture the personal stories of the club’s members and volunteers. This initiative will highlight their contributions, the collective spirit of the club, and the intricrate world of miniature railroading.” - Vinesh Kumaran, Photographer.