Scan your old solargraph or build a new solarcan!

A solargraph is a long-exposure image that captures the path of the sun across the sky over days, weeks, or even months. Using a simple pinhole camera, you'll record the shifting arc of the sun as it rises and sets—revealing time in motion, etched in light.

It’s the perfect moment to reflect on the cycles of light, time, and life.

• Build one (or several!) solarcan pinhole cameras

• Install them at home in a fixed outdoor spot to capture the sun’s journey or go guerrilla: cable-tie one to a fencepost, hide one in a tree, or stash one somewhere unexpected with a clear view of the sky. The sky over New Zealand is your canvas—just be respectful and discrete.

• If you have made a solarcan before, attend this session and we’ll help you scan and process your solargraphs — and mark the end of the year together

This is a process of pure experimentation. You won’t know exactly what you’ve captured until you open your camera months later. Expect surprises, imperfections, and moments of magic.

Bring a container: an empty drink can, clean paint tin, or anything round, square, or oddly shaped that can be turned into a camera and made weathertight. The more curious the shape, the more curious the result.

We will supply the photo paper, tape, and everything else you need.

All ages welcome. No experience needed.