Intro to Astro Photography
Saturday 28 June
Catherine Hill Bay NSW 2281 - 6pm - 2 Hours
Christopher John
Do you gaze up at the night sky with wonder? What about looking up at the stars and thinking, how old that light you are seeing is? Maybe you watch as day and night morph into one, and the stars come out to play.
This meetup is going to cover off everything you need to know to start capturing amazing single shot astrophotography and a few extra bits of helpful advice. The learnt basics of capturing a single frame will form the building blocks of your astrophotography journey. Think of this meetup as your first step on that journey or for those who have already started, maybe a road sign.
Astrophotography looks amazing and packs a real punch, however, you do not need to spend a fortune to partake. Does gear make a difference, the simple answer is yes, but it is not the deciding factor when it comes to astrophotography. This meetup will look at planning your session, camera settings, required equipment. I want this meetup to help you maximise your current gear as your start capturing milky way shots.
Composition in the Park
Saturday 12 July
King St., Newcastle - 9am - 2 Hours
Christopher John
Come and join us as we explore composition in photography.
Composition is one of the most critical element in photography. Composition is how a photographer arranges the visual elements within their image, frame. I promise you that if you search for information on composition you will find plenty You will find formal rules, opinion, some of which you can trace back to historical art movements and painters.
Even in the digital world, composition remains the key to creating strong images. Composition is what guides our eye through an image and gives importance to the subject. It creates the story for the viewer and how we as photographers convey that message.
This meetup will explore composition using our frame and tools available to us as the photographer.
Long Exposure Photography
Saturday 26 July
Shortland Esplanade, Newcastle - 3pm - 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.
Bird Photography
Saturday 09 August
Hexham - 7am - 2 Hours
Christopher John
Learn how to catch those great bird life images.
During the event, we will be exploring the beautiful habitats in the area and photographing the variety of bird species that reside there.
Whether you are new to bird photography or a seasoned pro, this event is a great opportunity to hone your skills, learn from others, and enjoy the company of like-minded individuals who share your passion for bird photography.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 23 August
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.
Panoramas Photography Meetup
Saturday 30 August
Shortland Esplanade, Newcastle - 1pm - 2 Hours
Christopher John
Panoramic photography is a technique of photography, using specialized equipment or software, that captures images with horizontally elongated fields of view. It is sometimes known as wide format photography.
Street Photography
Saturday 13 September
Newcastle East - 8am - 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.
Intro to Astro Photography
Saturday 27 September
Kitchener - 7pm - 2 Hours
Christopher John
Do you gaze up at the night sky with wonder? What about looking up at the stars and thinking, how old that light you are seeing is? Maybe you watch as day and night morph into one, and the stars come out to play.
This meetup is going to cover off everything you need to know to start capturing amazing single shot astrophotography and a few extra bits of helpful advice. The learnt basics of capturing a single frame will form the building blocks of your astrophotography journey. Think of this meetup as your first step on that journey or for those who have already started, maybe a road sign.
Astrophotography looks amazing and packs a real punch, however, you do not need to spend a fortune to partake. Does gear make a difference, the simple answer is yes, but it is not the deciding factor when it comes to astrophotography. This meetup will look at planning your session, camera settings, required equipment. I want this meetup to help you maximise your current gear as your start capturing milky way shots.
Nature Photography Meetup
Saturday 18 October
King Albert Ave, Tanilba Bay NSW 2319 - 1pm - 2 Hours
Christopher John
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We will be looking at composition, focus, and colour.
Many professional offices and places of business have large prints gracing their wall space of things such as fields of flowers, a butterfly perched on a leaf, and a single dew drop on a rose petal. These beautiful images are all around us in nature. It just takes that special "eye" to not only see it but to capture it in a way that will turn that simple little piece of nature into a beautiful piece of art. We will learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 01 November
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.
Macro Photography Meetup
Saturday 08 November
King Albert Ave, Tanilba Bay NSW 2319 - 3pm - 2 Hours
Christopher John
Macro photography is a unique form of photography that involves photographing small objects to make them look life-sized or more significant in the photo. The usual subjects include flowers and small insects, which we don't normally get to see up close with the naked eye.
The class will start when the insects are more active. So be ready to explore and capture breathe-taking macro images.
Black and White Photography
Saturday 22 November
King St., Newcastle - 3pm - 2 Hours
Christopher John
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?
We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.
This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
Sunrise Photography Meetup
Saturday 28 June
Norahead Lighthouse - 6:30am - 2 Hours
Nicholas Gibbins
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.
Beginners Photography Class
Saturday 05 July
Long Jetty Wharf - 9:30am - 3 Hours
Nicholas Gibbins
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.
An Introduction to Adobe Lightroom
Sunday 10 August
Wyong - 9am - 3 Hours
Nicholas Gibbins
Overview This course introduces photographers and enthusiasts to Adobe Lightroom, focusing on photo editing and management.Session BreakdownWelcome and Objectives Course introduction and discussion on the importance of photo editing.Getting Started with Lightroom Overview of the interface, Library and Develop modules, and importingorganizing photos.Basic Editing Techniques Introduction to essential editing tools, cropping, and using presets.Advanced Editing Features Local adjustments, HSL panel, and lens corrections.Exporting and Sharing Your Work Export settings, creating web galleries, and printing best practices.QA and Hands-On Practice Open questions and guided practice with provided images.Conclusion and Resources Recap, additional learning resources, and information on future courses.
Shooting in Manual Mode Class
Sunday 17 August
Shelly Beach Rd - 9am - 3 Hours
Nicholas Gibbins
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
Composition Perspective in Photography
Sunday 14 September
Avoca Beach - 9am - 3 Hours
Nicholas Gibbins
What is Perspective in Photography?Why perspective matters.A quick look at how perspective shapes what we see.The Basics of PerspectiveHow camera position affects the scene.Vanishing points, horizon lines, and depth.Playing with Camera SettingsFocal length Wide vs. zoom.Depth of field and its impact on how we perceive depth.Shutter speed for motion effects.Using Perspective in CompositionCool tricks Leading lines, framing, symmetry.Creating depth with foreground, middle, and background.Creative Perspective TricksForced perspective making things look biggersmaller.Shooting from unique angles for dramatic effect.Editing for PerspectiveFixing distortion in post.Enhancing the depth and feel of your shots.Putting It All TogetherTry out different perspective techniques in your shots.A photo project to test what you've learned.Wrap-Up ReviewLook at some of your work and discuss.What's next? How to keep experimenting with perspective.
Long Jetty Wharf - Mini Photo Session - Golden Hour Photos
Saturday 28 June
Long Jetty Wharf
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.
King Edward Park - Afternoon Mini Photo Session
Saturday 05 July
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.
Woodbury Inn Park - Mini Photo Session
Saturday 12 July
Mardi
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.
King Edward Park - Mini Photo Session
Saturday 26 July
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.
Newcastle Civic Park - Mini Photo Session
Saturday 09 August
King St, 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.
Crackneck Lookout - Mini Photo Session
Saturday 16 August
Crackneck Lookout
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.
Merewether Baths - Mini Photo Session
Saturday 23 August
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.
Woodbury Inn Park - Mini Photo Session
Saturday 30 August
Mardi
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.
Long Jetty Wharf - Mini Photo Session
Saturday 13 September
Long Jetty Wharf
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.
Crackneck Lookout - Mini Photo Session
Saturday 27 September
Crackneck Lookout
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.