A Perth Camera is a treasure trove of rediscovered images by the late Ernie Polis from a lifetime spent photographing the city.

Following his high-profile success with Perth Then and Now and Lost Perth, Richard Offen was contacted by the son of the late Ernie Polis, the long-time Perth City Surveyor. Ernie had been both a keen amateur photographer and a collector of historic photos of the city. Ernie's work as a surveyor gave him unique access to some great viewpoints.

This trove of previously unpublished images gives a unique view of the city from the 1950s through to the 1990s. Along with Richard's insightful captions, the photos show both what was lost and give a "then and now" comparison between modern-day Perth and the one well-known to Ernie Polis.

Bookings are essential for this free event via Eventbrite. Please advise if you have any access requirements. Light refreshments will be available. We encourage you to bring your own keep cup for tea/coffee or water.

A Perth Camera (Harper Collins) will be available for purchase on the day courtesy of Dymocks - Midland Gate.

About Richard Offen:
Richard Offen began his writing career whilst working for the UK National Trust. Richard was appointed as inaugural Executive Director of Heritage Perth in 2005. In this role he was able to activate his interest in people and places of the State to become a popular lecturer, and a broadcaster on radio and television. Richard left Heritage Perth in 2017 to focus on writing, lecturing and gardening. He is the author of A Perth Camera, and Australian bestsellers Perth Then and Now and Lost Perth.