Telling a story in Coburg - A photography walk with Simon Aubor
Explore Coburg with our free Coburg Creative Winter Walks, guided by talented local artists.
Date and time
Location
Coburg Station
Coburg Station Coburg, VIC 3058 AustraliaAbout this event
- 3 hours
Are you interested in capturing the stories of local businesses through your lens?
Join us for an introductory workshop where we'll explore how to engage with traders in the Central Coburg District and capture observational photographs that tell their unique stories.
If you find it challenging to approach strangers or local businesses, this workshop will assist you to understand comfort and consent when taking photos of people.
This workshop will briefly run through camera techniques, lighting and composition.
Date & Time:
22 June 2024
2:00 - 5:00pm
Location:
Coburg
All walks meet and end at the old Coburg Station building
Accessibility:
We strive to make our events accessible to everyone. Please let us know if you have any accessibility needs or require accommodations.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to create meaningful photographs while supporting local businesses in Coburg!
Reserve your spot now.
Artist bio:
Simon Aubor is a Naarm- based freelance videographer, photographer, mentor and artist. Predominantly his work and personal practice engages with community storytelling explored through videography and photography. For the past 3 years Simon has worked extensively within the Central Coburg district. He has captured many stories from locals and the wider trader community for the public photo series, “I Love Coburg”, which was produced in collaboration with Central Coburg Business Associations (CCBA) & Merri-Bek City Council.
Frequently asked questions
No prior experience is required. This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced photographers who want to refine their skills in engaging with subjects and capturing meaningful images.
Yes, there will be opportunities for hands-on practice, including engaging with local traders and applying the techniques discussed during the session.
We strive to make our events accessible to everyone. Please let us know if you have any accessibility needs or require accommodations, and we will do our best to accommodate them.
Participants can bring their camera or smartphone for photography practice or book one to borrow free of charge for the session duration. Comfortable clothing and footwear for walking around the Central Coburg District are recommended.