Petersham, in Sydney’s inner west, is the HQ of Sydney TAFE Media. The slideshow below documents Petersham’s people and its streetscapes. All photography by students enrolled in the Certificate IV in News Media at Petersham TAFE (West Street).
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Nice photos everyone. It is really interesting to see everyone’s perspectives and just how differently we all view the same place. Great job.
Awesome photos. I love all the different colours and dimensions. I think the photo essay painted a beautiful picture of Petersham.. and that dog is just gorgeous.