Nature Photography Experiential Workshop - FLINDERS ISLAND - with full day or half day options

This Nature Photography Experiential Workshop is an immersive 1-day experience comprising tutorials and walkabouts so you can enhance your knowledge and skills for photographing an array of subjects in nature. Our aim is to provide participants with an enhanced awareness and understanding of the techniques and plethora of camera settings available to achieve a desired image.

◊◊◊ The day is a planned workshop during Coreena’s multi-day visit to Flinders Island. Additional workshops may be scheduled in the south and north of Flinders Island with Private Photography Tuition also available by request. ◊◊◊

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There are two parts to this full-day workshop with your options as outlined below. You may join us for the full day or for a half day morning or as is appropriate for you while noting that a pre-requisite applies if booking only the afternoon session. 

◊ Full day:

Arrive at 9.00am for tutorial commencing 9.30am • Concludes at 4.30pm

Includes: Arrival morning tea, lunch and afternoon refreshments

◊ Half-day (morning):

Commences 9.30am • Concludes at 12.30pm followed by lunch • Concludes at 1.15pm

Includes: Morning tea and lunch.

◊ Half day (afternoon) - nb: pre-requisite applies - details below:

Lunch at 12.30pm followed by tutorial commencing 1.30pm • Concludes at 4.30pm

Includes: Lunch and afternoon refreshments.

Each tutorial session runs for 3 hours, including a short refreshment break.

BONUS extension: All participants will be invited to join Coreena for a 2-hour guided twilight/sunset photo shoot at Trousers Point for even more practical guidance in situ (weather permitting)

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Part 1: Morning session

Time: Arrive: 9.00 for Tutorial start at 9.30am • Tutorial concludes at 12.30pm

This session is for:

◊ Beginners to intermediate photo enthusiasts – no prior experience or prerequisites required.

◊ Nature enthusiasts currently shooting on Auto-mode aspiring to engage more creatively and mindfully while taking photos.

◊ Photo enthusiasts who wish to revise prior learnings to support the growth of their skills and knowledge.

Topics covered during the morning session

◊ Fundamental photography terminology – an interpretation of the essential jargon.

◊ Driving your camera and navigating the menu: The buttons, dials, and menus

◊ What the Exposure Triangle is, and why it’s so fundamental to comprehend – ISO, Aperture and Shutter speed

◊ The importance of choosing a suitable focus mode, area, and points

◊ Showcase your subject using depth of field

◊ When to consider adjusting white balance, especially when it matters.

◊ How and why do using the same settings end up with different results

◊ Guided photo walkabout for practical experimentation and learning 

Lunch: 12.30 to 1.15pm

PART 2: Afternoon Session

Tutorial start 1.30pm • Concludes 4.30pm

!! Pre-requisite for joining the afternoon session only

◊ Participate in the morning session on the same day or an earlier workshop date.

OR

◊ Have a previous workable knowledge of your camera menus and buttons (know where they are and what they do) and be somewhat familiar with the Exposure Triangle and its 3 components – ISO, Aperture and Shutter speed.

◊ A recap of the Exposure Triangle and the interrelationship between all three components – ISO, Aperture and Shutter speed.

◊ Shooting modes – the available modes and why choose one over the other. Shooting manual is not essential all the time (or even any time) … it’s your choice!

◊ Exposure and metering

◊ Practical shooting hints and tips for more consistency in focus and sharpness

◊ Advanced settings and techniques – when you may consider using them and why

◊ Customising your camera buttons and dials to help you navigate your camera more easily and efficiently (subject to available functionality and menu options)

◊ Guided photo walkabout for practical experimentation and learning

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By participating in this workshop you will experience growth in your photography practice, level up your knowledge and increase your repertoire of settings and techniques for photographing an array of subjects in nature.

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FAQs specific to this Nature Photography Experiential Workshop

• Where is the workshop being held?

Mountain Seas Lodge, 855 Trousers Point Road, Loccota

• How do I get there?

You will need to arrange your own way to Flinders Island, arrange your own accommodation and transfers to Mountain Seas Lodge

• Who is the workshop for?

This workshop is ideal for nature and photo enthusiasts looking to develop a practical understanding of camera settings and techniques appropriate for nature photography. You will be introduced to the different sub-genres of nature photography and a range of settings to consider when shooting in different environments, weather, conditions, and scenarios in nature.

• Why ‘Experiential’?

This workshop is presented in a conversational style with plenty of opportunity to experiment with what you are learning as you learn it. In a small group of participants, and having fun along the way, you will build on each layer of understanding using a range of tutorials and activities combined with individual guidance throughout the day. Additionally, there will be plenty of opportunities for your questions to be answered individually. 

• Which camera do I need?

This workshop is most suited to compact/bridge digital cameras and superzooms (that have some manual functionality), DSLRs and Mirrorless cameras. Give Coreena a call (or send a message) if you have further questions about your camera. 

When it comes to smartphones, they have limitations in their functionality, varying greatly between brands and models, and the age of the device. Yes, you can participate in this workshop on your smartphone provided you have existing familiarity with the many camera features of your smartphone. While some topics discussed during the workshop don't require special gear, and some features that are found on different smartphones may be mentioned during the workshop, it is not intended to provide in-depth instruction for navigating and operating smartphone cameras.

• Which lens should I bring?

We recommend you bring the lens that you have mounted on your camera most of the time or the lens/es that you frequently use. During this workshop, we will focus primarily on the range of modes, settings, and techniques for nature photography and how to get the best from the camera, lenses and gear you already have.

• Will I need a tripod?

A tripod is not essential for this workshop however, if you own one then please bring it along. If you don’t own one, there is no need to go out and buy one before this workshop. We have a couple of loan tripods available for use during the workshop when/if needed.

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