Ever since The Sydney Morning Herald employed its first full-time photographer in 1911, Fairfax Media has been documenting the most remarkable and iconic moments in Australia’s history. Now, over a century since that first photo was taken, the Fairfax Photographic Archive today consists of millions of images dating from 1911 to present day, making it the most comprehensive collection of press photography in Australia.
This extensive archive is now open to architects and designers seeking to incorporate this historic imagery into their next project. Available as beautiful framed prints and high resolution digital files, utilising the unique photography available in the Fairfax Photographic Archive helps to elevate and enhance the mood and experience of a space.
While our built environment of the 21st century bears little resemblance to days gone by, remembering and honouring the significant events that have shaped us as a nation and forming a connection between present and past is an important element of modern architecture and design. From The Rocks in Sydney to the Yarra in Melbourne, from Armidale to Uralla, there remains an undeniable historical connection to the people and places of the past.
The Fairfax Photographic Archive documents these people and places, providing a visual insight into how Australians lived, worked and socialised, the ever-changing political landscape, involvement in major conflicts through triumph and defeat, and contributions to sport, industry and social reforms.
Incorporating these nation defining moments, personalities or locations can help link an existing building to its historical past or simply just enhance the aesthetic beauty of a space.
These images are ideal for nearly any commercial interior be it hospitality, retail or office. From a sports bar or pub emblazoned with legendary Australian sportsmen like Sir Donald Bradman or Paul Gallen, to the walls of a Sydney office space adorned by the construction of the iconic Sydney Opera House, the Fairfax Photographic Archive provides endless visual possibilities to suit a project’s interior design theme.
The high quality framed prints are available in a variety of sizes, with hi-res digital files also available, enabling complete freedom in design. Newspaper front pages are also available to help commemorate a significant date or event for a business.
Fairfax Syndication manages the commercial licensing for the Fairfax Photographic Archive, with an easy to browse website images can be searched through categories, keywords, publications and publishing date.
To find out more and explore the archive visit www.fairfaxsyndication.com
