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PGAI Our mission is to inspire and nurture the creative spirit of older adults.

Our mission is to inspire and nurture the creative spirit of older adults in our community. We aim to promote various art making processes involving the elderly especially those who are socially isolated or suffering from health conditions such as dementia, etc.

“SUNSET”“A very memorable sunset from Herne Bay pier, when I wanted to say "Look!" to my late husband, who so loved suns...
06/04/2026

“SUNSET”
“A very memorable sunset from Herne Bay pier, when I wanted to say "Look!" to my late husband, who so loved sunsets.” (Female, 73 yrs, UK)

Sometimes a photograph becomes a gentle reminder of shared silences or pleasant conversations connected with happy memories. It’s more than a photograph for this participant-it’s her way of holding onto him a little longer and honouring those moments that shaped so much of their life together.
This photograph is part of a project for older adults, “Today Matters – One Click at a Time,” using mobile phone cameras developed by Dr. Sumita Chauhan. Besides self-expression, this project was able to encourage the participants to capture images that held personal significance and at the same time, sparked conversations about past experiences tied to the visuals.

LIFE IS GOOD AT 86 (1)“Gulmohar in bloom is a strikingly beautiful sight. Photo taken on 1st May 2024.” (Male, 86 years,...
15/08/2025

LIFE IS GOOD AT 86 (1)
“Gulmohar in bloom is a strikingly beautiful sight. Photo taken on 1st May 2024.” (Male, 86 years, India)

Choosing nature as a theme for photography is not just about framing a beautiful scene; it’s about connecting with the world around us and celebrating the little moments, not letting them go unnoticed. Whether it’s clicked in a backyard or along nearby streets, it brings a joyful spark, creating lasting memories that can be admired even later. This photograph of blooming seasonal flowers is part of a mobile photography project for older adults, “Today Matters – One Click at a Time”, initiated by Dr. Sumita Chauhan.

BABY BORIS FEEDING IN THE GARDEN WITH PARENTS“The observing of the herring gull family at close range has been enthralli...
04/08/2025

BABY BORIS FEEDING IN THE GARDEN WITH PARENTS

“The observing of the herring gull family at close range has been enthralling. I have got to understand the variety of language they use to communicate with each other, to call to their baby, to speak with other herring gulls and also with me (I am sure that thank you for food is a part of it). The male and female are subtly different in size, shape and markings. The baby until today made a constant peeping sound which seemed to be coming (voice projection?) from elsewhere. Herring gulls are now on the red list as an endangered species and we feed them daily.” (Female, 68 yrs, UK)

This is one of the submissions for a photography project for older adults, “Today Matters – One Click at a Time”, initiated by Dr. Sumita Chauhan. The use of mobile technology proves particularly advantageous, as it allows for spontaneous shots without the need for elaborate equipment. Focusing on the intriguing interactions with a family of seagulls that frequented her residence and framing herring gull family within her home context, she created a personal narrative that captured candid moments of the birds.

OUR MEMORIES AND MY NEW LIFE (1)“I renovated my 45-year-old house, was designed by my late husband. I wanted to add some...
28/07/2025

OUR MEMORIES AND MY NEW LIFE (1)

“I renovated my 45-year-old house, was designed by my late husband. I wanted to add something of my own to the house. To continue spending time with my husband (who has already passed away). I took the photos of the current situation, but also they evoke memories.” (Female, 66 yrs, Japan)

Photographs have the unique capacity to transcend time; they not only preserve fleeting moments but also convey deeper narratives of love, commitment and partnership. Sharing this visual representation for a photography project for older adults initiated by Dr. Sumita Chauhan, “Today Matters – One Click at a Time”, this participant offered a glimpse of their personal space very special for them.

MESS (1)“I have been an artist for the vast majority of my life. So art and making things in general (apart from my rela...
24/04/2025

MESS (1)

“I have been an artist for the vast majority of my life. So art and making things in general (apart from my relationships with wives, children, grandchildren and friends) have been pretty central in what matters to me and who I am. This photo represents the chaos that gradually ensues when I work!!” (Male, 78 yrs, UK)

“Today Matters – One Click at a Time” is a photography project for older adults initiated by Dr. Sumita Chauhan. This project highlighting the lives of elderly individuals has brought forth some truly inspiring submissions. Using a mobile phone camera, this participant managed to capture an unconventional composition. Sometimes a casually taken photo can reveal a lot about a particular time in a person’s life.

MOSQUE CATHEDRAL IN CORDOBA, SPAIN“I get excited when I experience a new culture, music or history. Taking pictures is m...
23/02/2025

MOSQUE CATHEDRAL IN CORDOBA, SPAIN

“I get excited when I experience a new culture, music or history. Taking pictures is my way of engaging with a moment that inspires me and helps me expand my imagination, especially when I write or paint.” (Female, 66 yrs, Australia)

This is one of the photographs submitted for the photography project for older adults developed by Dr. Sumita Chauhan. It is all about creativity and self-expression, giving participants the opportunity to document their experiences, memories, and stories in a beautiful way.

THE WISDOM OF TREES“The saying 'Silence is golden' reminds one of treesIn the silence in a wood, some may be led to myst...
18/02/2025

THE WISDOM OF TREES
“The saying 'Silence is golden' reminds one of trees
In the silence in a wood, some may be led to mystical thought.
Human bad behaviour, in contrast, fails to lead to golden moments.
Therefore let us consider a golden rule - to try to keep silent even when confronted by bad behaviour.
Be like the trees, always silent only bending gently in the breeze.”
(Male, 77 yrs, UK)

This photograph taken from a mobile phone is part of “Today Matters – One Click at a Time”, a photography project for older adults. Initiated by Dr. Sumita Chauhan, it is designed in a way to engage people over 65 years of age to capture special moments in their lives using mobile phone camera and express themselves creatively.

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