Backlighting, Bokeh and Bursts
Sunday 23 February
N Fort Street - 1pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
We will be using various techniques to maximise the behaviour of the light. Backlighting is one of my favourites and can be used for portraiture or nature. Bokeh is Japanese for blur but is a term used for soft out of focus balls of light which can look very pleasing. Burst in this case is star burst which can be achieved when you have strong areas of light and a correct choice of aperture. Use all three to create some amazing compositions.
Street Photography at Night Meetup
Sunday 30 March
Downtown Harrisburg - 4pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
Capture the Magic Night Photography ExplorationUnleash the creative potential of your camera after dark!This course dives into the captivating world of night photography, where cityscapes transform into vibrant tapestries of light. We'll explore techniques for capturing stunning long exposures, transforming fleeting moments into captivating scenes.What You'll LearnMastering Camera Long Exposures We'll conquer the technical aspects of long exposures, allowing you to capture the dynamic flow of light trails from moving vehicles and the ethereal glow of cityscapes bathed in moonlight.Composition for Night Photography Discover how to utilize leading lines, negative space, and light sources to create captivating nighttime compositions.Gear Essentials We'll discuss the essential camera equipment and settings needed for successful night photography, including tripods, shutter releases, and manipulating aperture, shutter speed, and ISO.Night Cityscapes Learn to transform ordinary cityscapes into extraordinary scenes. Discover how to utilize artificial light sources like street lamps, office buildings, and car lights to create dramatic compositions.Exploring Downtown After Dark This course isn't just about technical skills. We'll embark on guided evening walks through the heart of the city, putting your newfound knowledge into practice. Discover hidden gems and capture the unique energy of the nighttime urban environment.By the end of this course, you'll be able toConfidently use your camera gear and settings for long exposure techniques to create captivating night photos. Become skilled in using handheld shots and tripod stabilization for capturing images.Navigate the city after dark, finding inspiration and capturing its unique atmosphere.This course is perfect forPhotography enthusiasts who want to expand their skillset beyond daytime shooting.Hobbyists looking to add a touch of magic to their urban photography.Anyone curious about exploring the creative possibilities of nighttime environments.Get ready to unlock the secrets of night photography and transform your cityscapes into breathtaking works of art!
Colors of Spring Photography
Sunday 13 April
N Fort Street - 4pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
Spring photography is a beautiful way to capture the renewal of life that comes with the arrival of spring.
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We'll be looking at composition, focus and colour in this Spring season!
Astrophotography Meetup
Sunday 27 April
Wildwood Park - 8pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
During this 2 hour meetup we are going to examine the art and techniques associated with Astrophotography as we capture the Milky Way. Learn the settings you need, selecting the location to photograph from and many other techniques. You will walk away with some incredible images from this evening.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 11 May
Wildwood Park - 10am - 3 Hours
Robert Bonsall
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.
Outdoor Portraits
Sunday 25 May
N Fort Street - 10am - 3 Hours
Robert Bonsall
This meetup goes over some basic dos and don'ts for posing and looks at issues to do with shooting in daylight for the best results. Included are: shooting different body types, men, women and shooting with strong sunlight and shooting in shade, and designing your background (composition). On this meet,up you are encouraged to bring along family or friends as models.
You will preferably need a normal, 85mm or longer lens, or a zoom. If you have a wide-angle this can also be used as we will be also looking at environmental portraits.
This is the perfect meetup to learn how to take the perfect portraits of family and friends.
Water Droplets
Sunday 01 June
N Fort Street - 4pm - 3 Hours
Robert Bonsall
In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing stunning and unique images of water droplets.
As well as other creative ways to combine water droplets with other props and subjects.
Nature Photography Meetup
Sunday 15 June
Wildwood Park - 4pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
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.
Using Light & Shadow in Photography
Sunday 29 June
N 6th St, Harrisburg - 6pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
Light and shadow photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow in a particular scene. This style of photography often produces dramatic and compelling images that can evoke strong emotions in the viewer.
Harsh light and the contrast between light and shadow can provide some interesting photo
opportunities, as well as some challenges!
In this meetup, we will be looking at how you can use your camera's settings to nail the exposure.
Intro to Astro Photography
Sunday 06 July
Wildwood Park - 8pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
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.