Take control of your DSLR!

Are you tired of not being able to get 'that shot'? Stop being frustrated, or even worse, DISSAPOINTED with your photos and learn the simple tricks and techniques that will help you take photos you're proud of.

Come and spend 3 hours with me and a small group of participants (I am capping this at just 8 people so you get plenty of one on one help from me). Together we'll capture Sydney at sunset and you'll learn how to take your photography to the next level!

During this 3 hour workshop I will show you how to go from taking average everday snapshots to something much more exciting. We'll get your camera OFF Auto and into a manual mode allowing you full control! (don't worry, I will be there to help you step by step)

PLUS... I am going to show you a couple of simple tricks to get tack sharp images at night!

This is only available to the first 8 people (no exceptions). I really want to make sure you get great value and get plenty of one on one time with me! So book now or you may miss out...

This event is on Saturday 5th July, we'll meet at 3:30pm at Observatory Hill and finish around 6:30pm somewhere near the overseas passenger terminal at Circular Quay, the workshop will go ahead even if it's raining.

What you will learn:

• How to use your DSLR on Manual mode
• Controling exposure with Shutter Speed, Aperture and ISO
• Long Exposure Photography
• Night Photography techniques
• Composition techniques
• Light Metering and why your camera sometimes gets it wrong
• Getting Tack Sharp images at night
• A little about equipment (filters, release remotes, tripods, lenses and other nerdy stuff)
• plus heaps more!

What to bring:

• Tripod is required
• Remote Release Shutter is preferred but we can work around not having one
• Spare batteries are good too (charged) - Long exposures can zapp your batteries, up to you, but you dont want a flat!
• SD of CF cards (bring a spare if you have one) - even though you may have a large card, they can fail.
• Whatever lenses you like (I would recommend a wide angle, a mid range like a 24-70mm and a zoom)
• Good walking shoes and some warm clothes! It can get COLD.

Please Note: there is no refund for cancellations and/or not showing up. You can use your credit towards another event as long as you give at least 24 hours notice prior to the start of this event.

Here's what previous participants said:

"Ben has a great passion for what he does. It is obvious he loves all aspects of photography from gadgets, technical theory to just the surprise aspect of being out taking photos. If you go out with Ben you will thoroughly enjoy your night but also learn a lot."

Sarah Jane

"I had an amazing time last night. I got some amazing shots and was so glad that your workshop was recommended to me. I can't wait to do another one in the near future. I got a better understanding of long exposure now and I had fun playing around with different setting to achieve some amazing results.

Thanks so much for an amazing experience, one of the best photography lesson I have ever had"

Peta

"Hi Ben,

I just wanted to say thanks for the amazing PhotoWALK workshop you presented during VIVID. I learnt a lot of new stuff to do with my camera and extended my courage in experimenting with different settings. The small group was just perfect for gaining the information needed in the busy VIVID environment. I will be using my tripod more often."

Margaret

"Heya Ben,

Just a quick thank you for the Vivid Workshop. I got exactly what I wanted out of it; some new ideas and techniques for night photography, a refresher on the fundamentals of exposure and some coaching on composition. I'll definitely recommend friends to your next one."

Michael