Photography Essentials

113 customer reviews

$150.00

BEGINNERS DIGITAL SLR OR MIRRORLESS HALF DAY PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

This beginner photography workshop is run on various Saturday afternoons throughout the year.

Runs from 12:00pm to 4:00pm OR (1:00pm to 5:00pm during daylight saving)

Designed as an ideal introduction to the exciting world of digital photography, a perfect refresher lesson, or simply an opportunity to get out and practice under the guidance of a working pro photographer. In this half-day digital photography workshop your tutor will take you to better known and also some hidden photographic locations around the Sydney Harbour Foreshore. We also offer a full 8 week beginners photography course if you prefer a more in-depth course.

MAXIMUM NO. OF STUDENTS PER CLASS IS 10 + TUTOR

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Description

A GREAT START FOR BEGINNERS OR THOSE WHO’D LIKE TO BE RE-INTRODUCED TO PHOTOGRAPHY

Maximum 10 participants + 1 Tutor

You will learn what all of the different shooting modes of your camera are used for and how they can be applied to essential photographic techniques. Starting at the very beginning, we introduce you to your camera, lenses and other essential items that comprise a good photographic kit. This digital photography class then progresses to giving you an understanding of the operation of your camera in manual mode where you will gain true creative control.

STIMULATE YOUR CREATIVE EYE

This workshop will stimulate your creative eye by introducing you to simple compositional techniques as well as developing an understanding of working with various lighting conditions, a main key of photography. We will help you to develop the ability to pre-visualise a photograph and create some amazing images of sights around iconic Sydney around the Harbour Foreshore.

This introduction to photography workshop is suitable for any camera with full manual capability including SLR and Mirrorless cameras..

NOT SUITABLE FOR COMPACT CAMERAS WITHOUT FULL MANUAL CAPABILITY.

* A final weather check will be conducted with the Bureau of Meteorology on the morning of each workshop. This may lead to the workshop being postponed in cases of unfavourable weather reports. The workshop may run in cases of light showers but not in persistent showers or heavy rain. Should we need to postpone you will be notified on the morning of your workshop via text message to the mobile number supplied to us.

N.B. Classes are run subject to acquiring minimum numbers

Basic overview of some of the topics:

  • Understanding your camera
  • Introduction to the kit
  • Lens selection if you have more than one
  • Shooting modes explained
  • Focus techniques
  • Aperture & Shutter Priority
  • Controlling colour
  • ISO
  • Developing the photographic ‘eye’
  • Understanding & working with light
  • Portrait & landscape techniques
  • Compositional tips
  • Controlling exposure
  • Shooting in manual mode

No prior photography knowledge is needed for this photography workshop

Not suitable for compact cameras without full manual mode.

PLEASE NOTE:  This workshop runs for 4 hours and you will be walking and standing.  An appropriate amount of fitness is required.

You will need:

  • Your Camera(s)
  • Any lenses you have that you would like to experiment with
  • Lens Hood (if you have one)
  • Memory Card(s)
  • Any camera accessories you may have
  • Fully charged camera battery and spare if you have one
  • Your cameras manual – for referencing those hard to find features
  • Dress casual & comfortable with sensible shoes (you may get a little dirty at some locations)
  • Wet weather gear if any showers are forecast*

* A final weather check will be conducted with the Bureau of Meteorology on the morning of each workshop.  This may lead to the workshop being postponed in cases of unfavourable weather reports.  The workshop may run in cases of light showers but not in persistent showers or heavy rain. Should we need to postpone you will be notified on the morning of your workshop via text message to the mobile number supplied to us.

This workshop is $150 for a half days tuition

Your fee includes the following:

  • 4 hours tuition with a multi award winning professional photographer

N.B. Classes are run subject to acquiring minimum numbers

MAXIMUM NO. OF STUDENTS PER CLASS IS 10

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  1. The class was exceptional! I was able to learn so many basics and techniques, and using them straight away really helped me in getting an understanding of how they function!

  2. Such great value! So much information was covered but done in a way that was understandable for all. I have more confidence and am inspired to get out there and do more with my camera.

  3. Glen was fantastic, very knowledgeable, you can tell he’s very experienced. We went through a lot of information which was great, very informative. With some practice I feel like I finally know how to use my camera!

  4. The 4-hour photography essentials course was such a fun and great-value experience. Daniel taught clearly and patiently, guiding us through each activity with step-by-step instructions and practical advice. I now feel empowered to utilise all the functions of the camera and take my photography to the next level.

  5. Really good 4 hour outdoor workshop for brushing-up on the essentials. (Wear a hat if it’s sunny.)

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