What we’re about
"We want to get people together to share our passion for photography, with fun experiential events in and around Sydney - like themed excursions to Vivid, special lectures on travel photography, 'can't buy' backstage access to photograph events, studio shoot experience and lot’s more… This meetup group is for anyone who is excited about photography and wants to learn new skills and develop their creative eye. Key to all of these learning experiences will be fun, liked minded people, new friendships and community support. Come and say hello."
Upcoming events
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Camera Essentials
Circular Quay, Sydney, NS, AUTO BOOK PAID WORKSHOP
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https://theapertureclub.com.au/camera-essentials/
## Camera Essentials
CAMERA ESSENTIALS has been designed to allow beginners or those wanting to refresh their photography skills to Master the elements of Photography.
- Camera Essentials – we re-introduce you to your camera and explain camera handling, menu navigation, good habits, basic composition and many tips/tricks. You’ll gain confidence in handling your specific camera so you can shoot creative images using composition, easy techniques and simple effects rather than relying on auto mode.
You’ll learn in the field in a small group (4 to 10 students) with two professional photographers available for groups over 6 to give you that extra one-on-one focus and attention.
Camera Essentials will set you up for a lifetime of creative expression with your camera. For more details on each Workshop please click the links above.1 attendee
All About Composition - 4 hr hands on PAID Workshop
Boomalli Aboriginal Artists Cooperative Art Gallery, 55 Flood St Leichardt, Sydney, AU4 hr $185 workshop
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This 4 hr workshop is perfect for photographers at all levels. We look at the elements of design that represent the building blocks of any photograph.
Composition uses forms, shadows, colours and lines and is key to crafting a work that can truly be called art. You will learn to compose with depth of field as well as learn the very important skill of planning and positioning background elements to set the subject.
Also explore the various ways to use light in your images and the effects we can create using different shutter speeds. Most importantly you will learn in easy steps how to use composition to create stunning photographs.
https://theapertureclub.com.au/all-about-composition/1 attendee
Sydney Street Photography Adventure, Newtown
Location not specified yetPOETIC WITNESS
$185 for 4 hour workshop
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Step into the vibrant streets of Newtown and discover the art of storytelling through your lens. Whether capturing the spirit of a city or documenting its dynamic culture, this popular Aperture Club workshop will guide you in photographing people, architecture, street art, events, and more.
Newtown’s diversity and thriving street culture make it a street photographer’s paradise.
By the end of this immersive workshop, you’ll leave with a captivating visual narrative of one of Sydney’s most iconic neighbourhood, along with the skills to observe, react, and connect with your subjects to create impactful, unforgettable images.
https://theapertureclub.com.au/sydney-street-photography-adventure-newtown-the-poetic-witness/
What’s Covered:
- How to improve your power of observation
- How to identify your ‘points of interest’
- Composition
- Quality and properties of light
- Street awareness and etiquette
- Candid photography techniques
- How to predict and time a great moment
- Approaching people and requesting a portrait
- How to be inconspicuous
- Choice of camera equipment
Workshop format:
Tutors: a professional photographer and a photographer’s assistant (subject to group size)
Class size: minimum four; maximum 10
Time: 2pm to 6 pm.1 attendee
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