One-on-One Workshop
Dive into the fascinating world of macro photography with our personalised one-on-one course for beginners. This hands-on experience will guide you through the techniques and skills needed to capture stunning close-up images of small subjects, from flowers and insects to everyday objects.
Course Structure:
Duration: 1.5 hours
Location: NSW outside Canberra (~15mins from Queanbeyan)—field setting and indoor studio available.
Price: $90 for 1.5 hours
Numbers: One-on-one mentoring
Time: 9:00am on select Sat/Sun
Availability: See booking form (spots open periodically, or go on the waitlist)
Course Outline:
Introduction to Macro Photography
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Understanding macro photography and its unique challenges.
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Overview of equipment.
Camera Settings and Techniques
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Learning about aperture, shutter speed, and ISO for macro.
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Understanding depth of field and how to achieve sharp images.
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Techniques for stabilisation.
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Manual focus and handheld/field settings.
Composition and Lighting
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Exploring composition techniques specific to macro.
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Understanding natural/artificial lighting and diffusers.
Practical Shooting Session
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Guided studio session to apply techniques on supply of insects/flowers/objects.
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Guided outdoor session for practical experience.
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Course customisation available.
Studio Photo Examples
Field Photo Examples
What to Bring
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DSLR or Mirrorless Camera and macro lens. If you do not have a camera/macro lens, you can RENT a Panasonic DMC-GX7 with Olympus M.60 F2.8 Macro lens for $25.
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A charged battery and spare memory card (not required if renting).
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Your camera's manual.
Whether you want to capture the intricate details of nature or create stunning artistic images, this course will set you on the path to becoming a skilled macro photographer with personalised instruction and feedback tailored to your skill and interests.
Full refund if cancel 48hrs prior to workshop start
50% refund only if cancel within 48hrs or no-show.