The teenage daughter of renowned Illawarra fine art photographer Dee Kramer, is showing the world her expertise behind the camera but for a cause.
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Taiya, 14, is holding her first exhibition of works at the Sprout Hub studio space at Bean Roasted in Calderwood Valley.
The purpose is to raise money for a trip the pair will take to Vanuatu to help local communities rebuild following the devastation caused by Cyclone Pam in 2015.
They will be part of a team from Shellharbour Community Church, and also collecting reading glasses and first aid kits to distribute.
"I was surprised to learn that most of the people don't have electricity or running water, and that a pair of simple reading glasses is considered a big luxury," Taiya said.
"I certainly hope that through what I'm doing, I'll be able to inspire others."
At first the thought of showing her own photos in an exhibition seemed out of reach given her age, the teenager said.
"But I have learnt that with perseverance and diligence things that seem unlikely can become possible," she said.
The Sprout Hub currently has four large canvases and four smaller, with images to rotate until the end of June. Artworks range from autumn landscapes, to animals and bright coloured graffiti in Melbourne.
"I have been blessed to have such a great mentor in my dad, who has helped me to pursue my interest in photography," Taiya said.
"He has really given me so many opportunities, such as taking me along on photographic shoots from a young age."
During the trip, Mr Kramer will work on a video documentary capturing the team's work as well as the "sense of daily life of Vanuatu people".
"I think a lot of Australian's would associate Vanuatu with beautiful tropical beaches, but would be unaware of the poverty that exists," he said.
"One of our team leaders related the story of a $3 pair of reading glasses being given to a 60-year-old chief, and making such a huge difference to his daily life.
"I hope to inspire others to realise that helping our pacific neighbours is something that we can all be involved in - whether it involves boarding a plane, supporting someone who is going, or donating items such as reading glasses or first aid kits."