Getting a good camera is just the first step. Now let me show you how to use it!
Learning photography shouldn’t be complicated – it should be inspiring and fun. My two-day Photography Essentials Workshop in Maleny takes a step-by-step, plain English approach and is the ideal introduction to the world of creative photography.
Photography Essentials is perfect for beginners, and also for people who have been practicing on their own and need some help putting the pieces together. We start with the absolute basics and work our way up from there. The first day is all about the camera: Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO, Lenses, Autofocus, White Balance and more. On day two we look at light and creative composition. The pace is relaxed and there is plenty of time for you to ask questions.
The skills you learn at Photography Essentials will help you with almost any kind of photography…landscapes, wildlife, portraits, sports, travel and more.
Matching theory with practice. At Photography Essentials the first half of each day is indoors, explaining all the theory you need to know (in plain English and with plenty of photos to illustrate). So when we go outside to practice, you don’t just know which button to press: you know what each button is for. Most so-called workshops just take you somewhere pretty and give you a few pointers. Photography Essentials is a fully planned and structured course with just the right balance of theory and hands-on.
The best possible investment in your photography:
Here’s what you get with your booking:
* TWO FULL DAYS of tuition with Andrew Goodall, a thirty-year expert who is also an inspiring and entertaining teacher.
* A copy of Andrew’s 100 page e-book ‘DSLR Photography In Plain English’
* Membership of an exclusive online group, where past students share photos and feedback to keep learning – long after the workshop is over.
DSLR and Mirrorless cameras are welcome, and I am familiar with all the major brands: Canon, Nikon, Sony, Olympus, Pentax, Fujifilm, Panasonic and more.
The workshops are held in picturesque Maleny, just a short drive from the Sunshine Coast and a popular weekend destination with visitors from Brisbane and beyond. If you need to organise a place to stay, CLICK HERE to see the accommodation guide from Hinterland Tourism.
Many people know how to take photos, but very few know how to teach. To learn photography you don’t just need someone who is good with a camera; you need someone who knows how to communicate in terms you can understand. I have been teaching for over a decade and have helped over 2,000 people – including some professionals – make a start in creative photography. Scroll to the bottom of the page to see testimonials from just a few of my past students.
Some workshops sell out weeks in advance, so BOOK NOW to avoid disappointment!
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GIFT VOUCHERS ARE AVAILABLE. Contact Andrew Goodall by phone on 0448700162 or email admin@naturesimage.com.au
This is photography for beginners, so we start at the beginning! Learn about the light-meter, shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and how to put them all together in Manual mode. See how to control moving subjects and when to use a tripod. Understand depth of field and how to make it work for you. Finally we take a good look at wide-angle and telephoto lenses and how to use them to create photos with impact.
Everything we talked about in the morning, we put into practice in the afternoon. Switch your camera to MANUAL, and see how easy it is to control your light meter using aperture and shutter speed. You will learn to control moving subjects, manipulate depth of field, and discover how to get maximum impact from your lenses. These are all practical techniques used every day by professional photographers.
Photography is not just about technology. Today we take a good look at lighting and composition, which are just as important as apertures and shutter speeds. In particular, you will learn the best way to approach Landscapes, Rainforests and Wildlife, and finally a quick look at the fascinating world of macro photography. If nature photography is not your ‘thing’ don’t worry – it is the skills that really matter. After the workshop you can apply them to any subject you choose.
We finish the weekend with a free-practice session at one of the beauty spots around Maleny. No set exercises here; you practice whatever you like at your own pace. Andrew will still be on hand for support and to answer any questions. A great way to end the weekend. Finishing time is up to you; stay until sunset or leave early to beat the traffic. The choice is yours.
When the weekend is over you will receive a set of workshop exercises to practice at home, AND you will have a copy of Andrew's 100 page e-book to help you. Best of all you will be invited to join a growing family of past students who share their work in an online forum, and meet face to face for frequent practice outings - all for free!
The workshop is held at Maleny in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Both morning sessions begin at 9.00am. When your booking is complete you will receive a tax invoice with a link to download a PDF file containing all the information you need: where we meet, how to get there, what to bring...everything you need to know to arrive at the workshop on time and ready to go!
It is important to understand that this workshop is about improving your photography using better camera technique, NOT about editing and fixing your photos on the computer. Editing has a valid role in modern photography but it is not the focus of this course.
