Recently, children of Paternoster have walked the streets and shores of their fishing village with cameras in hand. They laughed as they framed shots of one another, captured the ocean that sustains their families, photographed the quiet corners of their homes, and documented the everyday moments that shape their world.
This is the latest chapter of the Muholi Art Institute’s Photo XP programme, a hands-on youth photography experience created to place creative tools directly into young hands.
Developed by internationally acclaimed visual activist and photographer Zanele Muholi, recipient of the 2026 Hasselblad Award, the programme partners with Jo Ann Strauss and her MaseKhaya Foundation, West Coast Kids, and celebrated township photographer Lindeka Qampi.
Together, they have guided children from Paternoster through camera handling, composition, portraiture, and-most importantly-the art of seeing themselves and their community with dignity and pride.
To witness the incredible work of these young ones, visit the exhibition at the Strandloper Ocean Boutique Hotel in Paternoster. The work will be displayed until Friday 15 May.
