Wollongong Botanic Garden
Saturday 11 January
40 Murphys Ave.
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.
Fairy Meadow Beach
Saturday 08 February
Fairy Meadow Beach
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.
Sandon Point Sunrise
Sunday 16 February
Sandon Point - 6am - 2 Hours
Sue Curtis
Start your morning early by photographing the sunrise at Sandon Point headland. We'll watch the sunrise off at the iconic boat sheds to catch the first light as it accentuates the textures of the rocks and wood. Afterwards, we'll explore the rock platform, where you'll have plenty of chances to capture macroinvertebrates, birds, and seascapes, and for those who are keen, we will also try some ICM intentional camera movement on the breaking waves.
Beginners and Intermediates – Getting off Auto and more.
Sunday 02 March
Wollongong - 9am - 3 Hours
Sue Curtis
If you want to get off the auto modes or refresh your knowledge of manual settings, join us as a small group (max 6 people) for a morning exploring Wollongong‘s Botanic Gardens. Learn to be confident using your camera and transform your everyday snaps into outstanding images. There will be a variety of subject matter to experiment with and practice using your camera.
We will cover the fundamentals of manual camera settings for correct exposure and explore composition, focus and depth of field. We will also discuss different lenses, their applications, and camera care and maintenance.
Techniques will be adapted to your skill level.
Port Kembla Heritage Park
Saturday 15 March
Port Kembla Heritage Park.
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.
Sunset & Moonrise: Seascape Photography
Saturday 15 March
Kiama - 6:30pm - 2 Hours
Sue Curtis
Enjoy a peaceful evening by the ocean, capturing the beauty of the setting sun and the rising full moon, framed by the striking rock formations at Cathedral Rocks. This session will explore techniques for balancing exposure and composition, helping you create distinctive and timeless images. A good understanding of manual camera settings will help you get the most from this experience.
Please note that you'll need to be comfortable walking on uneven rocks and sand. This session cannot be rescheduled in the event of poor weather.
A tripod is recommended for this session. If you don't have one, I have a few available to lend—just let me know ahead of time.
Same Spot – Different Shot
Saturday 05 April
Wollongong - 9am - 2 Hours
Sue Curtis
Discover the magic in a familiar location.
Join us for a walk along the popular Blue Mile at Wollongong Harbour! This walk will inspire you to see this familiar location with fresh eyes and uncover creative ways to compose unique shots. Whether you capture reflections, building details, or the interplay of light and water, you'll learn techniques to elevate your photography and transform the mundane into interesting. Perfect for photographers of all levels and types of cameras, including mobile phones.
We will finish at a café to chat about our morning and continue exploring photo ideas.
Framing the Moon: Mastering Lunar Landscape Techniques
Sunday 13 April
Shell Cove - 5pm - 2 Hours
Sue Curtis
Join us for a unique photography session as the full moon rises behind the iconic gravel loader at Shell Cove. This session focuses on mastering long focal length compression to create dramatic compositions that emphasise the moon's proximity to the loader. We'll also delve into monochrome photography and explore creative techniques to craft bold and impactful compositions. This session will introduce the importance of planning and the tools required for a successful shoot.
A good understanding of manual settings will enable you to get the most out of this session.
Skills for Astrophotography
Saturday 26 April
Kiama - 5pm - 2 Hours
Sue Curtis
Discover the night sky's constellations, especially for astrophotography. Learn how to identify the Milky Way and its seasonal path, nearby galaxies, planets in our solar system, and other interesting celestial objects.
In this meet-up, we'll focus on essential astrophotography skills, including planning, focusing, exposure settings, camera setup, foreground composition, and more. While stars will be visible, the Milky Way won't rise until later in the night.
The location is a short and easy 5-10 minute walk to the headland, outside the quarry.
We'll also capture the lights of Kiama as a seascape.
This session is perfect for beginners in astrophotography. You should be familiar with adjusting your camera's manual exposure settings.
For those wanting more, check for the meet-up following this session, "Milky Way Landscapes: Astrophotography at Bombo” will allow you to test your new skills in a double session.
Milky Way Landscapes: Astrophotography at Bombo
Saturday 26 April
Kiama - 7:30pm - 2 Hours
Sue Curtis
Bombo Quarry is a famous geological landmark that offers a great spot for night photography, away from the distractions of urban lights. The towering rocks will provide interesting foreground elements for our night sky shots, or we can point our cameras eastward to capture the Milky Way as it rises above the horizon.
For this meet-up, participants are expected to already have a solid understanding of manual mode and, ideally, prior experience with night sky photography.
Please note that the session is dependent on favourable weather and ocean conditions.
You'll need to bring a proper torch (not just your phone), as we'll be navigating down into the quarry in the dark, using steep steps and uneven, rocky terrain.
A separate meet-up, "Skills for Astrophotography," will occur just before this event. If you're new to night sky photography, it's highly recommended that you attend the skills session first.
Macro in the Garden
Sunday 04 May
Bulli - 10am - 2 Hours
Sue Curtis
We will search out intricate patterns and unseen details of autumn flowers and leaves and hopefully uncover some hidden tiny fungi. This meet-up will cover the basic skills necessary to capture these details. We will begin with activities to demonstrate and practice getting close to and focusing on a subject and improving sharpness. Then, we will explore the garden and walkways to apply these techniques. Please bring a $7 cash/EFTPOS entry fee.