Experience:
Night photography opens a whole new world of creative opportunities and can produce some amazing results. Start your night with a harbour-side brief and introduction from a working pro photographer.
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 lighting 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.
For beginners looking for a fun and exciting introduction to digital SLR photography. Enthusiasts looking to switch to manual and or looking to brush up on their technique. A fun nights photography for people looking to shoot and experiment with like minded people.
All you need is a Digital SLR or camera with full manual controls, a sturdy tripod and lots of memory space.
Topics may include:
• 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