Duration: 2 Hours
Location: South-East Pylon, Sydney Harbour Bridge, NSW
Create stunning images that portray the beauty and mystery of the night whilst being guided through the essential techniques to help you master the art of night photography.
ABOUT
CAPTURE THE MAGIC OF THE NIGHT HIGH ABOVE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL HARBOUR ON EARTH!
Photograph Sydney at New Heights! We’ll take you to 89 meters above sea level, to the Gun Deck on top of the South-East Pylon of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge (not usually accessible to the public) to photograph the beauty of the vibrant Sydney lights.
You’ll have a front-row view of the iconic landmarks of Sydney Harbour, Opera House and City Skyline, as well as a unique angle of the Sydney Harbour Bridge to use as your magnificent subjects.
After the city lights up, your knowledgeable and passionate instructor will be there to guide you through the ins and outs of capturing this magical night time transformation. From composition and exposure, to focus and white balance, we’ve got you covered. We’ll also dive into HDR, long exposure light trails, and panorama techniques, so you can capture all the vibrancy of the night.
At the conclusion of the workshop, kick back with a complimentary hot drink and light snacks while you review and chat about your shots with fellow photographers. It’s also a great opportunity to pick your tutors brain on all things photographic.
Spaces are limited, so book your spot today and see Sydney Harbour in a whole new light. Capture the magic of the night and create images that will leave you grinning from ear to ear. We can’t wait to see you there!
- Suitable for all skill levels
- Suitable for Digital SLR or Mirrorless cameras with manual capability
- Meeting at the Pylon Lookout Entrance
Note: A reasonable level of fitness is required for this workshop. You will need to climb 200 steps to the top of the Pylon and, for those who wish, it is a short ladder climb to the Gun Deck at the absolute top!
Please be sure to check the start time in the dropdown menu when you book as they vary.
WHAT TO BRING
You will need:
- Your Camera(s) with full manual capability
- A sturdy tripod (it is essential to bring your own as we do not loan tripods)
- A selection of lenses (if you have more than one)
- A torch (so you can see your camera settings after dark)
- Lens Hood (if you have one)
- Blank formatted memory Card(s)
- Fully charged camera battery (and spare if you have one)
- Your cameras manual(s) (for referencing those hard to find features)
- Dress casual & comfortable with sensible shoes for climbing
A final weather check will be conducted with the Bureau of Meteorology on on the day of each workshop – or in the case of Sunrise Workshops – the night before. This may lead to the workshop being postponed in cases of unfavourable weather reports. Should we need to postpone you will be notified via text message to the mobile number supplied to us.
WHAT YOU
WILL LEARN
- Importance of Preparation, Research & Planning:
- How to predict and plan for your night shoots
- Equipment Essentials
- Lenses and Focal Lengths
- Understanding Light – where to stand & when
- Technical Skills:
- Exposure Basics & Shooting in Manual
- Optimal camera settings for night photography: aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and white balance
- Focus Techniques
- Bracketing & HDR
- Long Exposure Techniques
- Shooting for Panoramas
- Creative Composition Techniques:
- Using the rule of thirds, leading lines, and more to optimise your frame and compose striking images.
- Leveraging the unique structure of the Sydney Harbour Bridge for creative framing
- Practical Shooting Experience:
- Hands on practice with personalised guidance
- Real-time feedback to refine your skills and improve your shots
ICONIC Photography Experiences
'First Light' SUNRISE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP - 2HR
'Sunset Serenade' GOLDEN HOUR PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP - 2HR
'Luminous Nights' NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP - 2 hr
'Creative Filters' FILTERS PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP - 3HR
