About us
"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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All About Composition - 4 hr hands on PAID Workshop
Boomalli Aboriginal Artists Cooperative Art Gallery, 55 Flood St Leichardt, Sydney, AU4 hr $185 workshop
Book hereThis 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
BOOK hereStep 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
MASTER MANUAL
Near QVB, York St, Sydney, AUMASTER MANUAL
Click link above to book
4 HOURS 8-12
INVESTMENT $185Expand your understanding of the cameras manual mode and the relationship between aperture, shutter and ISO. This is start of your creative photographic journey!
Mastering Manual Mode is the next step in taking control of your camera so you can make informed decisions about your photography’s style and direction.
We’ll look at white balance metering and exposure compensation; how depth of field and understanding light can balance technical mastery with creative mindfulness; and we will explore methods professional photographers use to make informed creative decisions.
You’ll learn how professionals create expressive images, and practise using the characteristics of light to create mood and emotion in your final images.You’ll come away with wonderful new skills that boost your technical and creative confidence.
BOOK HERE
MASTER MANUAL1 attendee
Master The ART OF MACRO - 4 hr Workshop - Booking with Link Below
The Royal Botantic Gardens NSW, Art Gallery Road, Sydney, AUDo you have a fascination with all things small and wonderful? You have a passion for photography and are looking to develop entry into the exciting world of Macro.
Our 4-hr expert tuition class though the Royal Botanical Gardens will see you create images which are really larger than life. Book this $185 class with the link below.
http://theapertureclub.com.au/art-of-macro-sydney-photoworkshop/
Whether you are beginning your journey with macro or want to gain further knowledge in this area, The Art of Macro will motivate and inspire you to a new level. This intensive workshop is designed for all levels of photography.
YOU WILL LEARN
- Macro explained - understand the difference between macro and close up photography.
- Magnification - understand depth ratios and life size measurements.
- Equipment - learn what lenses and macro accessories are available and how to use them.
- Lighting -explore macro lighting techniques with the use of reflectors, shapers and diffusers. Learn how to work with harsh sunlight and shadows.
- Light - learn and practise how various natural light (directional, diffused and backlit) will impact your subject.
- Camera Settings – master hand on techniques in manual and semi-manual modes including depth of field variability
- Composition - look at common mistakes made in composing a photo.
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