Come along to our fortnightly photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.
Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers.We have a different photo theme each fortnight and the two hour sessions take place in different outdoor locations across Wollongong. Great opportunity to try something new with the guidance of a professional photographer, and come away with some new shots for your portfolio or album.
Join the Wollongong Photography Facebook Group here to share your photos after the session.
We ask that everyone attending a meetup follows social distancing guidelines:
Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers.
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Saturday the 22nd of August 2020
Astrophotography - Bombo Quarry, Kiama - 8:00pm - 3 Hours
We will be learning :-
- How to expose for bright milky way photos.
- Focusing in the dark
- How to make 'star trails'
- Tips and hacks to make shooting at night easier
- Weather and location planning for astrophotography
- How to expose for bright milky way photos.
- Focusing in the dark
- How to make 'star trails'
- Tips and hacks to make shooting at night easier
- Weather and location planning for astrophotography
$65pp only 5 places left
or Buy a Voucher as a gift
Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.
What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!
What’s involved? Each session starts with an introduction to the fortnight’s theme, and the photography instructor will chat about the camera settings and techniques to use. You’ll then have time to take lots of photos, with the instructor present to answer any questions. You’ll receive feedback and have a chance to chat with everyone to share tips and ideas. We’re a social bunch!
Join the Wollongong Photography Facebook Group here to share your photos after the session.
We ask that everyone attending a meetup follows social distancing guidelines:
Stay home if you're sick.
Keep 1.5 metres away from others.
Don't make unnecessary physical contact with others. Avoid physical greetings, such as handshakes, hugs and kisses.
Wash your hands regularly with alcohol-based sanitiser.
Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. Use a flexed elbow or a tissue; if you use a tissue, dispose of it immediately and appropriately.
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Upcoming Dates
Bookings close 1 day prior
Sunday the 9th of August 2020
Seascapes and Sunsets - Wollongong Lighthouse - 3:30pm - 2 hours
During this class we will be looking at camera settings for shooting in harsh and soft light at sunset. How to compose dramatic seascapes and landscapes. Slow shutter techniques for silky water. How to plan ahead for sunsets and seascape photography plus, a refresh on manual camera settings!
full - no places left
Saturday the 22nd of August 2020
Astrophotography - Bombo Quarry, Kiama - 8:00pm - 3 Hours
We will be learning :-
- How to expose for bright milky way photos.
- Focusing in the dark
- How to make 'star trails'
- Tips and hacks to make shooting at night easier
- Weather and location planning for astrophotography
- How to expose for bright milky way photos.
- Focusing in the dark
- How to make 'star trails'
- Tips and hacks to make shooting at night easier
- Weather and location planning for astrophotography
$65pp only 5 places left
Saturday the 29th of August 2020
Beginners Guide to Photograhy - Wollongong Botanic Gardens, Gwynneville - 9:30am - 3 Hours
Want to learn more about photography and using your camera with the help of a professional photographer?
Our dedicated Beginners Class will guide you through the camera settings and techniques as part of a relaxed photo walk, where you'll be picking up the pro tips and receiving advice from professional instructor Ryan North. Over the 3 hour class we'll be starting with the basics, and using our cameras as we explore the area around the Wollongong Botanic Gardens.
Our dedicated Beginners Class will guide you through the camera settings and techniques as part of a relaxed photo walk, where you'll be picking up the pro tips and receiving advice from professional instructor Ryan North. Over the 3 hour class we'll be starting with the basics, and using our cameras as we explore the area around the Wollongong Botanic Gardens.
$115pp only 6 places left
Sunday the 13th of September 2020
Abstract and Interpretive Photography - Port Kembla Heritage Park - 3:00pm - 3 Hours
In 3 hours, we will be learning:
- How to take a unique view on the built and natural environment
- When to breaking conventional photography rules and stand out from the crowd
- The effect of different textures in photos
- Colour theory and how contrast can direct a viewers eye
- Pushing your camera settings to achieve unique photos
- How to take a unique view on the built and natural environment
- When to breaking conventional photography rules and stand out from the crowd
- The effect of different textures in photos
- Colour theory and how contrast can direct a viewers eye
- Pushing your camera settings to achieve unique photos
$65pp 12 places left - requires 3 bookings to proceed
Sunday the 27th of September 2020
Beginners Guide to Photograhy - Wollongong Head Lighthouse - 9:30am - 3 Hours
Info: In 3 hours, we will be learning:
- how to advance to manual mode and take control in any photography situation
- the basics of exposure: shutter speed, aperture, ISO
- Understanding light and composition
- Tips and hacks to make your photos stand out from the crowd
- how to advance to manual mode and take control in any photography situation
- the basics of exposure: shutter speed, aperture, ISO
- Understanding light and composition
- Tips and hacks to make your photos stand out from the crowd
$115pp only 6 places left - requires 2 bookings to proceed
Sunday the 11th of October 2020
Photo Editing, Post Processing Workshop - Online - Webinar/Screen Share - 3:30pm - 2 Hours
In 2 hours, we will be learning:
- how to organise files, select photos to edit
- the basics of developing photos (cropping, exposure adjustments, colour corrections, sharpening, and filters)
- preparing files to print or post online
This walkthrough will be using Adobe Lightroom but will teach concepts applicable in any photo editing software. A set of photos will be provided so people can work alongside the walkthrough.
- how to organise files, select photos to edit
- the basics of developing photos (cropping, exposure adjustments, colour corrections, sharpening, and filters)
- preparing files to print or post online
This walkthrough will be using Adobe Lightroom but will teach concepts applicable in any photo editing software. A set of photos will be provided so people can work alongside the walkthrough.
$35pp open
Sunday the 25th of October 2020
Beginners Guide to Photograhy
In 3 hours, we will be learning:
- how to advance to manual mode and take control in any photography situation
- the basics of exposure: shutter speed, aperture, ISO
- Understanding light and composition
- Tips and hacks to make your photos stand out from the crowd
- how to advance to manual mode and take control in any photography situation
- the basics of exposure: shutter speed, aperture, ISO
- Understanding light and composition
- Tips and hacks to make your photos stand out from the crowd
$28pp 12 places left
Refund Policy: Full refunds given with 5 days notice. Dates can be changed with 3 days notice.
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Reviews
5.0/5 from 3 reviews
This was a great learning experience and Ryan was very knowlegable and made all the info very easy to understand. I will definitely be doing another event
5/5 by Debra Zelvis
26-7-2020
5/5 by Debra Zelvis
26-7-2020
Loved it. I'm really looking forward to doing another.
5/5 by Carolyn Lewis
11-7-2020
5/5 by Carolyn Lewis
11-7-2020
Brilliant, Fiona was great.
5/5 by Daniel King
23-6-2020
5/5 by Daniel King
23-6-2020