FREE: Sunrise Photography at Shorncliffe

** Sunrise Photography Meetup – Shorncliffe Jetty**

Saturday, 21 March 2026
Location: Shorncliffe Jetty

Start: 15 minutes before sunrise (approx 5:40 AM AEST)
Finish: 6:45 AM AEST
☕ Optional: Coffee at a nearby café afterwards

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About the Session
Join us for an early-morning sunrise and landscape photography session at the iconic Shorncliffe Jetty. We’ll arrive before sunrise to capture pre-dawn colours, first light, reflections, and long exposures, then shoot through to soft morning light. Afterward, those keen can head for an optional coffee nearby to relax, review shots, and talk photography.

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️ Weather Outlook (Seasonal Guide)

Late March in Brisbane typically brings mild early-morning temperatures (around 19–21 °C) with daytime highs in the mid-to-high 20s. Cloud cover is common, which is often ideal for dramatic sunrise colour, and there can be occasional coastal showers.

What this means for photographers:
• Broken clouds can enhance colour and texture in the sky
• Calm mornings suit long exposures over water
• Bring light weather protection just in case

A final weather check will be shared closer to the date.

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What to Bring

Camera gear
• DSLR or mirrorless camera
• Tripod (highly recommended for low light and long exposures)
• Spare batteries & memory cards

Lenses (recommended)
• Wide-angle (14–35 mm or equivalent): jetty lines, seascapes, sunrise skies
• Standard zoom (24–70 mm): flexible compositions
• Telephoto (optional): distant boats, light compression, details

Accessories
• Lens cloth (dew and sea spray)
• ND or graduated filters (optional)
• Headlamp or torch for safe setup in the dark

Personal items
• Light layers or jacket
• Comfortable shoes
• Water or small snack

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RSVP Details

Limited spots available

Please RSVP early to secure your place. Location meeting point details will be shared with confirmed attendees.

Looking forward to a calm morning, great light, and strong compositions