Join us for a hands-on astrophotography workshop at Gerroa, where we'll explore a variety of techniques to capture the night sky in new and creative ways. This small-group session is perfect for photographers looking to expand their skills beyond single exposures, focusing on methods to enhance depth and artistic expression in their astrophotography.
What we will cover
• Vertical Panoramas – Capture expansive sky views using multi-frame panoramas to showcase the Milky Way and celestial patterns.
• Star Trails – Learn how to shoot and stack images for mesmerising star trail compositions.
• Creative Techniques – Experiment with foreground lighting, reflections, and abstract long-exposure effects to add unique elements to your shots.
• Composition & Planning – Understand how to use apps and tools for optimal framing and timing.

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Join us for a relaxed night under the stars at the iconic Seacliff Bridge. Whether you're brushing up on your skills or diving into astrophotography for the first time, this session offers the perfect opportunity to capture the Milky Way with the bridge's dramatic curve and nearby rock platforms as your foreground.If skies are cloudy, we will switch to capturing long exposures of car light trails and waves beneath the bridge.

This meet-up will not be rescheduled if cancelled due to unsuitable weather.

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Join us for a relaxed afternoon session at Lake Illawarra, where we'll explore Picnic Island and the lake edges quietly observing and photographing bird behaviour – from still moments to birds in flight as they settle for the evening. Learn tips for settings, focus, and timing, with guidance on capturing both still and action shots. Perfect for all skill levels. Bring a telephoto lens and your patience!

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Join us for a relaxed morning walk through Barren Grounds Nature Reserve, a haven for wildflowers, birdlife, and the occasional basking reptile. With the bush in bloom, we'll explore an easy to moderate trail, pausing to photograph delicate orchids, vibrant groundcovers, and textured foliage – plus any birds or wildlife we spot along the way.

We'll cover tips for macro and habitat photography, using natural light, and fieldcraft for wildlife observation. Bring a close-focus or macro lens, a telephoto for wildlife, and your sense of curiosity! Suitable for all skill levels.

You will need to be able to negotiate uneven tracks unassisted.

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Unlock the Magic of your Night Sky images.
Do you need to process your astrophotography captured over winter? Unsure how to make your RAW look amazing. Join us for an in-depth ZOOM session where we'll explore different post-processing methods specifically tailored for astrophotography. Learn how to bring out stunning details in your starry captures and the Milky Way. See demonstrations of foreground blends, composites, stitching panoramas, stacking, noise reduction and contrast techniques.
This session will cater to users of Lightroom and Photoshop.
This session will be recorded.

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Join us for a scenic early morning photography walk along the Kiama Coast Walk from Kiama to Loves Bay. We'll explore sandy beaches, dramatic rocky headlands, rolling surf, and the chance to photograph seabirds and other coastal life. This 4 km return walk requires a moderate level of fitness and offers plenty of inspiration for landscape and nature photographers. We will stop by a local cafe following the walk for a cafe and coffee.

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Join us for a hands-on photography class focused on the enchanting theme of flowers. In this session, participants will learn how to capture the delicate beauty, colours, and textures of flowers using both natural light and creative composition techniques. We'll explore camera settings, through floral imageryperfect for nature lovers, hobbyists, and anyone looking to elevate their photography skills in a fun and inspiring way.

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The goal of this session is to learn how to add the Bokeh affect to your photos. We will also be working on photography in low light with and with camera flash.

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Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.

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Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.

All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.

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Join us for a hands-on photography class focused on the enchanting theme of flowers. In this session, participants will learn how to capture the delicate beauty, colours, and textures of flowers using both natural light and creative composition techniques. We'll explore camera settings, through floral imageryperfect for nature lovers, hobbyists, and anyone looking to elevate their photography skills in a fun and inspiring way.

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In this street photography class, participants will learn how to capture the raw, candid moments of everyday life through their lens. The session will cover essential techniques like composition, using natural light. You'll also explore how to approach subjects respectfully and creatively in public spaces, turning ordinary scenes into compelling visual narratives. Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this class will help you see the streets with a fresh photographic perspective.

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Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.

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Whether you wish to up your selfie game or begin developing a portfolio, this workshop will help you learn the basics of portrait photography and push your creativity and technical understanding.

Learn which settings are best to use, how to select the best locations, and what lighting and poses highlight a model's best features. We will also learn how to build rapport to get the best reactions and genuine emotions from a person.

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Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.

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Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.

1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance

As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.

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Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.

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Welcome to a skill-building session designed for beginners, refreshers, and those seeking to perfect basic crochet stitches. This instructive gathering will initiate with essential techniques of holding the yarn, then smoothly transition to forming the prime stitches essential for a traditional granny square. To make your learning experience even more enjoyable, all crochet materials are provided within the session, complemented by a complementary tea or coffee. Be part of this warm, supportive environment and immerse yourself in the intricate art of crochet.

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Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.

This popular Daisy Sqaure blanket pattern works up quickly if you use chunky yarn. It's a great modern pattern, and once you've mastered the skills, you will confidently be able to continue on your crochet journey.Note This class is suitable for beginners who already know the basics - how to hold their hook, and chain, if you can do that then this class is for you. I will be teaching you how to make the modern popular daisy granny square blanket. This class will be done in a few parts - making the squares is class one, then joining the squares and adding a border to the blanket is class two. The additional class will be scheduled at the first class to ensure all can attend.For this class you can bring your own yarn and materials or you can purchase a daisy square blanket yarn kit by emailing the teacher of the class at idontclair79gmail.com Important if not purchasing a yarn kit you need to bring the following It is recommended that you bring- Chunky yarn, at least 12ply at minimum, in three different colors centre of flower, petals, and main colour of your squares, and a hook that matches your yarn requirements. Please note a thicker ply yarn works up bigger and quicker, meaning less squares to make overall All patterns and instructions, including follow up video tutorials, are included in the class cost.

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Learn how to join your beautiful Daisy Granny Squares in this class. This is the second part of the class. You've already crocheted your beautiful modern chunky crochet blanket squares or squares for your bag, now learn how to join them. You'll learn how to make the bag straps (if doing a bag) and if doing a blanket how to put a border on the blanket.

This is the second part to the daisy square class.

Note: This class is suitable for beginners who already know the basics - how to hold their hook, and chain, if you can do that then this class is for you. I will be teaching you how to make the modern popular daisy granny square blanket. This class will be done in a few parts - making the squares, joining the squares and then adding a border to the blanket. The additional classes will be scheduled at the first class to ensure all can attend.

Important: Materials You Need to Bring
For this class, you must supply your own yarn and hook. It is recommended that you bring:
- Chunky 12ply yarn in at least three different colors
- An 8mm crochet hook

All patterns and instructions, including video tutorials, are included in the class cost.

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Whether you are wanting help to learn a new technique or want some guidance getting through a project, this drop-in session is a great place to start.

Students will work on their own projects with an instructor available to help and answer questions.

All skill levels are welcome, including beginners.

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Dive into the world of crochet with our "Basic Stitches for Beginners" class - the perfect adventure for crochet newbies, those revisiting their hooks after a hiatus, or anyone seeking a bit more guidance on those fundamental stitches! From mastering the art of holding the yarn to creating picture-perfect stitches, we've got you covered. No need to worry about materials- everything you need for this crochet escapade is included! Join us for a creative journey into the basics, where yarn transforms into beautiful stitches under your expert hands. Let's turn those loops and chains into masterpieces together!

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Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.

This popular Daisy Sqaure blanket pattern works up quickly if you use chunky yarn. It's a great modern pattern, and once you've mastered the skills, you will confidently be able to continue on your crochet journey.Note This class is suitable for beginners who already know the basics - how to hold their hook, and chain, if you can do that then this class is for you. I will be teaching you how to make the modern popular daisy granny square blanket. This class will be done in a few parts - making the squares is class one, then joining the squares and adding a border to the blanket is class two. The additional class will be scheduled at the first class to ensure all can attend.For this class you can bring your own yarn and materials or you can purchase a daisy square blanket yarn kit by emailing the teacher of the class at idontclair79gmail.com Important if not purchasing a yarn kit you need to bring the following It is recommended that you bring- Chunky yarn, at least 12ply at minimum, in three different colors centre of flower, petals, and main colour of your squares, and a hook that matches your yarn requirements. Please note a thicker ply yarn works up bigger and quicker, meaning less squares to make overall All patterns and instructions, including follow up video tutorials, are included in the class cost.

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This class is for those with basic crochet skills, where you'll learn to read patterns to create accessories and gift items. A skein of yarn and hook are provided, but feel free to bring your own scrap yarn for variety.

You will be provided with a skein of yarn and hook for the class, however it is recommended that you bring some of your own yarn as well to have different colours etc. This class is a great way to use up some of your scrap yarn and odds and ends. each project we will do doesnt need much yarn so find those scraps and bring them along.

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Welcome to a skill-building session designed for beginners, refreshers, and those seeking to perfect basic crochet stitches. This instructive gathering will initiate with essential techniques of holding the yarn, then smoothly transition to forming the prime stitches essential for a traditional granny square. To make your learning experience even more enjoyable, all crochet materials are provided within the session, complemented by a complementary tea or coffee. Be part of this warm, supportive environment and immerse yourself in the intricate art of crochet.

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Welcome to a skill-building session designed for beginners, refreshers, and those seeking to perfect basic crochet stitches. This instructive gathering will initiate with essential techniques of holding the yarn, then smoothly transition to forming the prime stitches essential for a traditional granny square. To make your learning experience even more enjoyable, all crochet materials are provided within the session, complemented by a complementary tea or coffee. Be part of this warm, supportive environment and immerse yourself in the intricate art of crochet.

book now