68 staircase images to express yourself, reflect, and gain new perspectives
Sometimes, a single image says more than a long conversation.
Photolangage® Stairways is a collection of 68 staircase photographs designed to encourage self-expression, reflection, and meaningful dialogue through the power of visual metaphors.
Every staircase tells a different story: a journey, a challenge, a turning point, a transition, a goal, or a new beginning. Each participant interprets the images in their own way, making every conversation unique.
Easy to use and highly versatile, Stairways is suitable for both one-to-one coaching sessions and group facilitation.
Who is it for?
Photolangage® Stairways is ideal for:
- coaches;
- trainers;
- facilitators;
- managers;
- HR professionals;
- consultants;
- teachers;
- educators;
- psychologists;
- mediators;
- mentors;
- supervisors;
- anyone supporting learning, personal development, or team collaboration.
Why use Stairways?
Images help people express thoughts and emotions that can sometimes be difficult to put into words.
Choosing a photograph encourages spontaneous conversation, deeper reflection, and fresh perspectives. It creates a safe and engaging way to explore ideas, experiences, and aspirations.
Benefits
Photolangage® Stairways helps you:
- break the ice naturally;
- encourage authentic introductions;
- strengthen team cohesion;
- stimulate creativity;
- support personal reflection;
- facilitate conversations about change;
- encourage emotional expression;
- enrich workshops, coaching sessions, and training programs;
- conclude meetings with meaningful reflection.
How to use it
Stairways can be used in many different contexts.
At the beginning of a meeting, workshop, or training session
Each participant chooses an image and completes a sentence such as:
"This image represents me today because..."
or
"I chose this picture because..."
A simple yet engaging way to introduce yourself.
In coaching or one-to-one support
The images become a starting point for exploring situations, clarifying goals, identifying strengths, or discovering new possibilities.
During group workshops
Participants can use the cards to express emotions, tell stories, explore challenges, build a shared vision, or stimulate creative thinking.
To build a shared vision
A group selects several images to create a visual collage representing a project, a team, an organizational change, or an action plan.
Contents
- 68 original staircase photographs
- A facilitation guide with multiple activity ideas
Created by Marie Edery
Designer of educational games and facilitation tools that foster dialogue, collaboration, and collective intelligence.
