Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 12 October
Merewether Beach - 3pm - 3 Hours
Christopher John
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.
Mini Photo Session
Saturday 26 October
Newcastle
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.
Dusk & Night Landscapes
Saturday 26 October
Foreshore Park - 6:30pm - 2 Hours
Christopher John
In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing stunning and dramatic landscape images during the hours of dusk and night.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of landscape photography, including composition, exposure, and lighting. We will cover topics such as capturing the mood and atmosphere of a scene, using long exposures to create unique effects, and using light sources to add interest and depth to your images.
Christmas Portraits
Saturday 02 November
Reserve Rd, Newcastle
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.
Portraiture With Natural Light
Saturday 09 November
Shortland Esplanade, Newcastle - 5:30pm - 2 Hours
Christopher John
This class is your time to learn and gain a proper understanding of Composition and the importance of light to help boost your photography skills.
We will be photographing a model without any on-camera flash or strobe photography. Just the available light, we will walk through, troubleshoot, make adjustments and capture a portrait successfully.
We will also learn how to use light modifiers like a reflector to help capture appropriately exposed shots in not-so-great lighting
note:You are encouraged to bring along family or friends as models.
Mini Photo Session
Saturday 23 November
Merewether
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.
Landscape Photography
Saturday 23 November
Minmi - 5pm - 2 Hours
Christopher John
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.
Mini Photo Session
Saturday 07 December
Reserve Rd, Newcastle
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.
Street Photography
Saturday 07 December
Queens Wharf - 6pm - 2 Hours
Christopher John
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.
We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 11 January
Newcastle Street - 10am - 3 Hours
Christopher John
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.
I Shoot It, You Shoot It
Saturday 01 February
Newcastle Street - 6pm - 2 Hours
Christopher John
This session, will have a wide variation of subjects and creative lighting. The idea is that you can see how I shoot a scene, and then you place your camera in position and shoot the same way. This is a very effective way to study and learn new techniques.
Long Exposure Photography
Saturday 08 February
Shortland Esplanade, Newcastle - 6pm - 2 Hours
Christopher John
Learn the basics of long exposure to capture light trails along with tripod photography.
Long exposure refers to a technique where you keep the shutter open for an unusually long period of time. This results to interesting effects in your photographs.
