Centenarian Portrait Project by Teenagers helping to dispel ageism through friendship

The Centenarian Portrait Project by Teenagers helps budding artists create portraits of Australia's oldest citizens, through the eyes of the future generation.

The 16-year-old was paired with Bill Newbold, 102, and visited his nursing home once a fortnight over a three-month period.

Originally having nothing in common, the pair quickly discovered their differences were what made the interactions so interesting.

1. Finn Brophy, 16, was paired with 102-year-old Bill Newbold in the project

2. The duo found a connection despite their large age gap

3. 450 centenarians took part in the project across the country