twitter facebook rss

spw_sub_menu_text

Night Photography Workshop

description

 

This photography workshop is run on various Friday evenings throughout the year.

 

Spend an exciting evening learning from a working pro photographer as you capture Sydney’s beautiful lights and iconic landmarks. As the city lights come on, and the city comes alive, you will learn creative techniques and tricks to help you create postcard quality images in this fun, inspirational and eye opening experience.  
 
Night photography opens a whole new world of creative opportunities and can produce some amazing results.

Start your night with a dusk harbour-side brief and introduction from a working pro photographer who will then lead you straight into the first shoot, the Golden Hour.

As the night falls and a whole new world of subjects come to life, spend the evening exploring the bright lights of amazing Sydney Harbour and it's surrounds.

From the moving ferry lights on the harbour, to the neon lights of the central business district, to the moody and character filled streets of The Rocks, this workshop will introduce you to some very simple yet very creative tips and techniques involved in shooting after dark.

Control your camera manually as you learn how to expose for mood, capture light blur trails, zooming and light painting techniques, creative portraits at night and much much more.

Change the way you see things as you learn how to find suitable subject matter by thinking outside the square. All you need is a Digital SLR or camera with full manual controls, a sturdy tripod and lots of memory space.

 

FEE: $95

 

Please click on the 'tabs' above for further details, including requirements and dates for this workshop

Also check out the 'galleries' tab for images from this workshop, including behind the scenes.

details

 

Basic overview of some of the topics:

 

  • Shooting neon signs & fireworks
  • Photographing the moon
  • Night landscapes
  • Night portraits
  • Long exposure techniques
  • Using movement
  • Equipment
  • Safety, camera care & security
  • Working with available light
  • Introduction to manual exposure
  • Composition
  • Working with abstracts
  • Thinking outside the square
  • White balance techniques
  • Creative light painting techniques

 

This workshop is $95 for 3hrs Tuition

 

Your fee includes the following:

 

  • Professional and experienced Photographer / Tutor for 3 hours tuition
  • SPW Student Discount Card offering discounts from a variety of retailers and preferred suppliers

 

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

MAXIMUM NO. OF STUDENTS PER CLASS IS 12

 

*A final weather check will be conducted with the Bureau of Meteorology 1 day prior to each workshop this many lead to the workshop being postponed in cases of unfavourable weather reports

 

THIS WORKSHOP IS HELD ON LOCATION AROUND THE SYDNEY HARBOUR FORESHORE - MEETING AT THE OPERA HOUSE

requirements

 

This workshop is suitable for both beginners and amateurs using any camera format including film and Digital SLR.

Not recommended for compact cameras without full manual mode.

 

You will need:

  • Your Camera(s)
  • All lenses you have (especially wide angle if you have one)
  • Lens Hood
  • If using film: Plenty rolls use slower iso/asa colour negative film if possible (like Velvia or Provia)
  • Memory Card(s) if shooting digital
  • All camera accessories - i.e: tripod, lens filters, lens hood, etc. if you have them
  • 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 (you may get a little dirty at some locations)

 

Note: A tripod is essential. A lens hood & wide angle lens are strongly recommended.  If you do not already have these you should consider purchasing them at your earliest convenience as they are an essential part of any good photography kit. Using your SPW Student Discount Card will get you great discounts with our preferred suppliers.

dates

 

1 day Photography Workshop held 6pm-9pm on various Friday nights throughout the year

(7pm to 10pm during daylight saving):

 

2 July, 2010 Full
30 July, 2010 Full
27 August, 2010 Full
24 September, 2010 Full
15 October, 2010 Full
22 October, 2010 Spaces
29 October, 2010 Full
12 November, 2010 Spaces
19 November, 2010 Spaces
26 November, 2010 Spaces
25 February, 2011 Spaces
25 March, 2011 Spaces
29 April, 2011 Spaces
27 May, 2011 Spaces
24 June, 2011 Spaces
29 July, 2011 Spaces
26 August, 2011 Spaces
30 September, 2011 Spaces
28 October, 2011 Spaces
25 November, 2011 Spaces

 

If you apply for a workshop that is full we can place you on a waitlist and we'll call you should anyone defer or cancel

galleries

Night Photography