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Photography Essentials Workshop in Sydney Harbour Foreshore

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Travel around, and marvel at, the Sydney Harbour Foreshore as you learn the essential aspects of photography from an award winning, Sydney-based, photojournalist in order to better understand what makes, and how to create, a fantastic image.

Explore the Rocks Precinct in this experience that is designed as an ideal introduction to the exciting world of digital photography. Learn to shoot in ALL modes of your camera from a professional photographer who is passionate about photography.

This workshop will stimulate your creative eye by introducing you to simple compositional techniques as well as developing an understanding of working with various lighting conditions, a main key of photography. We will help you to develop the ability to pre-visualise a photograph and create some amazing images of sights around iconic Sydney and its Harbour Foreshore.

What's Included

  • E-manual and notes for referencing after the day
  • Photo opportunities & an amazing time. 4 hours tuition with award winning professional photographer

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    31 Alfred Street
    Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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    What To Expect

    In this half day photography workshop your tutor will take you to better known and also some hidden photographic locations around the Sydney Harbour Foreshore.

    A GREAT START FOR BEGINNERS OR THOSE WHO’D LIKE TO BE RE-INTRODUCED TO PHOTOGRAPHY

    You will learn what all of the different shooting modes of your camera are used for and how they can be applied to essential photographic techniques. Starting at the very beginning, we introduce you to your camera, lenses and other essential items that comprise a good photographic kit. This digital photography class then progresses to giving you an understanding of the operation of your camera in manual mode where you will gain true creative control.

    This introduction to photography workshop is suitable for any camera with full manual capability including SLR and Mirrorless cameras.

    NOT SUITABLE FOR COMPACT CAMERAS WITHOUT FULL MANUAL CAPABILITY.

    * Images by Tutor Glenn Lockitch & various students

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
    • Operated by a business

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Photography Essentials Workshop in Sydney Harbour Foreshore?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-477269P1

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    • E-manual and notes for referencing after the day
    • Photo opportunities & an amazing time. 4 hours tuition with award winning professional photographer

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    • Service animals allowed
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    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
    • Operated by a business

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