BLUE
MOUNTAINS
PHOTOGRAPHERS

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Nearby Photography Groups

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 14 December
Sydney Olympic Park - 10am - 3 Hours
Parramatta Photography Group
Toufiq Ahmed Joy
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$148      
Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 21 December
Mrs Macquaries Road - 10am - 2 Hours
North Shore Photography Group
Peace Brown
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?

We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.

This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 11 January
Mrs Macquaries Road - 10am - 3 Hours
North Shore Photography Group
Peace Brown
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$148      

Nature Photography Meetup

Nature Photography Meetup

Saturday 01 February
Mrs Macquaries Road - 10am - 2 Hours
North Shore Photography Group
Peace Brown
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We will be looking at composition, focus, and colour.

Many professional offices and places of business have large prints gracing their wall space of things such as fields of flowers, a butterfly perched on a leaf, and a single dew drop on a rose petal. These beautiful images are all around us in nature. It just takes that special "eye" to not only see it but to capture it in a way that will turn that simple little piece of nature into a beautiful piece of art. We will learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 22 February
Mrs Macquaries Road - 10am - 3 Hours
North Shore Photography Group
Peace Brown
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$148      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 15 March
Mrs Macquaries Road - 10am - 2 Hours
North Shore Photography Group
Peace Brown
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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$47      

Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Saturday 05 April
Mrs Macquaries Road - 10am - 2 Hours
North Shore Photography Group
Peace Brown
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.

1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance

As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 26 April
Mrs Macquaries Road - 10am - 3 Hours
North Shore Photography Group
Peace Brown
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$148      

Other Nearby Groups

St Leonards Park Christmas Portraits

St Leonards Park Christmas Portraits

Sunday 08 December
St Leonards
My Family Photo - Sydney
Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.

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Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 14 December
Church St - 9am - 3 Hours
Parramatta Crochet Club
Vivian Pham
Dive into the beautiful world of crochet with the perfect class for beginners or those returning after a hiatus. The class provides comprehensive guidance on the fundamentals of crochet, beginning with holding the yarn correctly and then carefully moving onto crafting the stitches of a traditional granny square. Don't worry about bringing anything, all crochet materials are included, and to add to your delightful crafting experience, enjoy a complimentary cup of tea or coffee on the house. Experience the joy and satisfaction of creating something beautiful with your own hands.
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$92      
Making Christmas Cards Ink and Colour Pencil

Making Christmas Cards Ink and Colour Pencil

Saturday 14 December
Darcy St - Macquarie St - 10am - 2 Hours
Sydney Drawing Group
Mansi Parsana
Get into the festive spirit with our Making Christmas Cards workshop, where you'll create beautiful, personalized holiday cards using ink and colored pencils. This fun and creative event is perfect for all ages and skill levels, offering step-by-step guidance to help you design unique and heartfelt greetings. Join us for an afternoon of holiday cheer, artistic expression, and the joy of handmade gifts.
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$47      

Personalised Christmas Cards Meetup at Camelia Gardens

Personalised Christmas Cards Meetup at Camelia Gardens

Saturday 14 December
Caringbah - 10am - 2 Hours
Sydney Watercolour Group
Jane Osypenko
Handmade cards are not only a delight to create but also a joy to receive. Gift your personalized masterpieces to family and friends, leaving a lasting impression. Our "Personalised Christmas Cards in Watercolour" event is the perfect opportunity to unlock your creativity and spread the warmth of the season in a uniquely artistic way.

Make your loved ones feel special this holiday season. Create bespoke Christmas cards that convey your heartfelt messages, capturing the true spirit of the season. No prior experience in watercolour painting is required. Our expert instructor will guide you step by step, ensuring that you create beautiful, one-of-a-kind Christmas cards.
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$47      
Opening Strategies for Beginners

Opening Strategies for Beginners

Sunday 15 December
Pitt St , Macquarie St - 11am - 2 Hours
Sydney Chess Group
Mirza Baig
Join our beginners' chess class and master essential opening strategies to kickstart your game with confidence. Learn the fundamental principles and tactics that set the foundation for a strong opening, giving you an early advantage over your opponents. Perfect for newcomers, this class will help you develop a solid strategy right from the first move.
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$47      
Observational Drawing (Animals)

Observational Drawing (Animals)

Sunday 15 December
Darlinghurst - 11am - 2 Hours
Sydney Art Group
Alice Xu
Observational Drawing (Animals)
- How to simplify shapes
- Realism techniques
- Drawing with Accuracy
Relaxed drawing session with one-on-one time for every person
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$47      

Mastering Granny Squares

Mastering Granny Squares

Saturday 21 December
Top Ryde Shopping Centre - 9:30am - 3 Hours
Sydney Crochet Club
Sara Fardi
Join us in the colorful world of crochet as we dive into mastering Granny Squares! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this class is perfect for anyone looking to expand their skills and create beautiful, intricate designs. Discover the secrets of perfecting those classic Granny Square patterns-from mastering the basic stitches to experimenting with vibrant color combinations. By the end of this class, you'll be equipped with the skills and confidence to craft your own unique blankets, pillows, and more. Get ready to hook, stitch, and create your way to crochet mastery!
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$84      
Crochet Flowers Class

Crochet Flowers Class

Saturday 21 December
Church St - 10am - 3 Hours
Parramatta Crochet Club
Vivian Pham
In our Flower Crochet Class, participants will embark on a creative journey where they'll learn to craft exquisite crochet flowers. From mastering the fundamental stitches to creating lifelike petals and leaves, participants will gain the skills and techniques needed to bring the beauty of nature into their crochet projects. They'll also delve into the art of color selection and customization, enabling them to design unique floral creations. With expert guidance and a welcoming atmosphere, our class is perfect for all skill levels, promising to cultivate a newfound appreciation for the art of crochet and a talent for crafting stunning floral motifs. Join us and let your creativity bloom!
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$84      
Drawing Historical Paintings

Drawing Historical Paintings

Sunday 22 December
Macquarie Street - 11am - 2 Hours
Sydney Art Group
Alice Xu
We will learn drawing historical landscape/portraits in this meetup.

- Observational drawing
- Using tone
- Drawing with accuracy
- Building Composition

Relaxed drawing session with one-on-one time for every person

Bring: Sketchbook, pencil, eraser, watercolour/coloured pencil (optional)
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$47      

Crochet Flowers Class

Crochet Flowers Class

Saturday 28 December
Church St - 9am - 3 Hours
Parramatta Crochet Club
Vivian Pham
In our Flower Crochet Class, participants will embark on a creative journey where they'll learn to craft exquisite crochet flowers. From mastering the fundamental stitches to creating lifelike petals and leaves, participants will gain the skills and techniques needed to bring the beauty of nature into their crochet projects. They'll also delve into the art of color selection and customization, enabling them to design unique floral creations. With expert guidance and a welcoming atmosphere, our class is perfect for all skill levels, promising to cultivate a newfound appreciation for the art of crochet and a talent for crafting stunning floral motifs. Join us and let your creativity bloom!
book now
$84      
Figure Gesture Drawing

Figure Gesture Drawing

Sunday 29 December
Art Gallery Rd - 11am - 2 Hours
Sydney Art Group
Alice Xu
Drawing the sculptures with us!You will learn- How to simplify the figure - Exaggerating poses - Building Shapes - Drawing with accuracyBring Sketchbook, pencil, eraser, watercolourcoloured pencil optional
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$47      
Paint Trees with Watercolour

Paint Trees with Watercolour

Saturday 04 January
Sydney Central Business District - 10am - 2 Hours
Sydney Watercolour Group
Jane Osypenko
Discover the beauty of nature through the delicate and expressive medium of watercolour. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a beginner looking to learn, our Paint Trees with Watercolour Meetup is the perfect opportunity to refine your skills, meet fellow art lovers, and create stunning tree-themed artwork.
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$47      

ABOUT BLUE
MOUNTAINS
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Blue Mountains.

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the Blue Mountains Photographers on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Robert was very patient and knowledgeable, i learnt so much from a single session. Would recommend the course to everyone i know.
    5/5
    Anna
    2024-08-05
    Very well run, with a very knowledgeable teacher. Lots of opportunities for questions, and I got great photos as a result.
    5/5
    Ashlea
    2024-08-04
    I thought it was a good event. Robert had lots of knowledge & was able to help me with a setting with my Canon camera even though he uses Nikon. The number of participants was just right giving Rob time to get around to each of us many times to help us. I came away with my first Milky Way shot so I was really happy. Thanks for running this astrophotography event. I was 30mins early & Rob had the event signage out early with lighting which made me feel comfortable being in a pitch black area. Thank you Rob.
    5/5
    Nerrel
    2024-08-03

    great class, highly recommended
    5/5
    Stefan
    2023-09-25
    It was a good introduction to milky way photography.
    5/5
    Nick
    2023-09-18
    Informative and helpful. Rob was excellent.
    5/5
    Mr Colin Cayless
    2023-09-18

    Very happy with the photos I was able to take on the night. In addition, Rob was an excellent instructor - very patient and knowledgeable and spent time with each of us. I would be very happy to book again with him.
    5/5
    Lorraine
    2023-09-17
    Rob shared his knowledge of astrophotography with us and then spent time with each participant ensuring that everyone captured the photo they wanted. A great experience.
    5/5
    Sharon
    2023-09-17
    As usual, Rob led the group well and managed a range of experience levels well. Recommended
    5/5
    Neil
    2023-09-17

    Very informative and small group size enabled more focused attention. Much better understanding of manual settings now.
    5/5
    Susan
    2023-08-22
    I was very impressed even before the course started as Rob sent out an email the day before, with the meet up details along with what would be covered during the course. I had a couple of questions and he replied very promptly. During the course, I was also very impressed how Rob explained the technicalities of astrophotography and took the time to guide and comment on everyone's images throughout the evening. I learned how to use the infinity marker on my lens for focusing and also asked Rob for his advice on lenses and what to consider when choosing lenses. I also had my camera fail on two occasions during the evening and Rob explained how to go about resetting the camera and overcoming the problem. We had a brilliant night for astrophotography and I came away with quite a number images that looked fanatstic without needing to be edited. Thank you very much Rob!
    5/5
    Sue
    2023-06-18
    Really enjoyed the session. Rob was so informative and helpful. He encouraged us and spent time one on one with everyone there. Thoroughly enjoyed and so happy with my shots. Absolute beginner and my photos, with a little adjustment were wow!
    5/5
    Helen
    2023-06-18

    PHOTOS
    Blue Mountains Photographers
    2024-06-16
    Title or Location: Katoomba in the Blue Mountains
    Hi My name is Stephen Georgiou, I specialise in panoramic photography of the Blue Mountains in Australia.- "Three Sisters Sunset" Echo Point at Katoomba in the Blue Mountains is a panoramic photograph that I took on the metal bridge.I waited patiently for the sun and cloud colour to be just right as the sun was setting.I was looking for a unique perspective, I have been here many times over 23 years.Please check out more of my work here:To purchase a print check out my websitewww.ste
    Credit: Stephen Georgiou
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephen.georgiou.90/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephen_georgiou/

    Blue Mountains Photographers
    2024-06-07
    Title or Location: Mount Banks
    This photo was taken at Mount Banks in the Blue Mountains.
    Credit: Stephanie Martelli
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephmartelliphotography
    Blue Mountains Photographers
    2024-06-05
    Title or Location: Kings Tableland Wentworth Falls
    I was shooting sunrise up on the Tablelands with a friend when the distinctive call of the Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoos rang through the air. These guys are my holy grail of bird photography - I can never seem to get that perfect shot. Their call was enough to send me running across the rock platform for a lens change and without even the time to change all my settings I was able to get off a few sharp shots as they ascended from the valley below.
    Credit: Holly Jayne
    Facebook: Best of Blue Mountains
    Instagram: bestofbluemountains

    Blue Mountains Photographers
    2024-04-04
    Title or Location: Hawkesbury Lookout, Blue Mountans.NSW
    Just completed a sunrise capture and was leaving site when I saw family group in reflection on lookout with fog in background, quick handheld shot ISO 100. 105mm F11 1/500.
    Credit: Richard Hurst

    Blue Mountains Photographers
    2024-03-17
    Title or Location: Goulburn
    I attended Goulburn Rodeo on 03/02/24 , it?s a ritual every year as I enjoy the excitement and the atmosphere of a good rodeo , seeing Cowboys and Cowgirls do there thing ..
    Credit: Western Sydney Dog Lovers Photography
    Blue Mountains Photographers
    2024-03-14
    Title or Location: Devils hole -Katoomba NSW
    This shot was taken the day after I heard my best mates sister had died. I walk in this location when I need solitude to reflect on life. On this day there was light rain and fog in the slot canyon with the light and shadow delicately balanced.
    Credit: Shayne Alexander
    Instagram: Landscapesinsolitude

    Washington DC Photography Group
    2024-12-07
    Title or Location: Upper Hawksbill Trail Head - Shenandoah National Park
    Was lucky to have a meteor fly across the sky as I was taking this photo. I've always wondered at the night sky. Even now, anytime I see a meteor or even a satellite it still fills me with excitement. Astrophotography allows me to share that wonder and excitement with others.
    Credit: Felim Corr
    Instagram: photosbyfeilim
    Wollongong Photography Group
    2024-12-07
    Title or Location: Figtree NSW, Australia
    The clouds starting building up for sunset at Figtree NSW, so I rushed to the top of this location near a local farm. With trail bikes reving behind me ( a local track through the bush), I took this 5 shot panorama.Canon 1500D, F11, ISO100
    Credit: David Leuver
    Facebook: david leuver
    Instagram: @davidleuver
    Reading Photography Group
    2024-12-06
    Title or Location: On the Farne islands
    This picture was taken on the Farne islands of the coast of Northumberland one of the best places to get up and personal with puffins ..
    Credit: Mark Isaacs
    Facebook: MI photography

    Norfolk Photography Group
    2024-12-02
    Title or Location: Amazona Zoo
    Another trip to Amazona, great value having a pass.
    Credit: John Cameron
    North London Photography Group
    2024-12-02
    Title or Location: Berrylands, Surbiton
    I was photographing the squirrel in our garden while I was in the room and I was photographing it from the window of the room.
    Credit: Dimitar Nedelchev
    Newark Photography Group
    2024-12-02
    Title or Location: An oblique photo of Oahu and the Hawaiian Islands.
    &3900&757&9775&8255&9775&757&3901&12388?=:::::>I am experimenting with Abstract photography. A genre of photography that deviates from traditional representations of reality and focuses on capturing shapes, forms, patterns, colors, and textures in a non-representational manner, In this photo I am emphasizing the visual elements of the of mountains of Hawaiian Islands and their cities (particularly Oahu ) during a brief thunder storm, rather than an single literal or recogniza
    Credit: Louis Nesbitt
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/louis.nesbitt.14
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesbytel/

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