Berry 4 Day Photo Retreat 2024

Landscape and Long Exposure 

4 Days 3 nights  Photography Weekend in Berry

Thurs 14,  Fri 15, Sat 16 and Sun 17 March 2024

COST: $1250

OPTIONAL EXTRA - 2 DAY BIRDING PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP IN BERRY Sunday 17 until 19 March

COST $800

LANDSCAPE and NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY

Immerse yourself in a weekend of learning, exploring and sharing creative energy in Landscape and Seascape photography in the beautiful surrounds of Berry ~ 2 - 2.5hrs south of Sydney.

This weekend concentrates on gaining confidence by learning the art of composing, assessing light, and achieving well exposed and dynamic images. We will also we looking at developing a series work in one of these genres this weekend.

Arts photographer Sharon Hickey and owner of The Aperture Club will reveal her insider tips and demonstrate ways of working mindfully in  a variety of locations. 

We explore the use of light in landscape and nature photography and learn important elements of composition and its relationship with form. We will also be spending time evaluating our work and learning new ideas and concepts from well known natural photographers.

This is a unique opportunity to work with a professional photographers in an outdoor environment in an area inspired by many great artists and photographers.

Berry is surrounded by  breathtaking flora and fauna and is located 2.30 hrs south of Sydney.. From spectacular ocean beaches through to rainforests and waterways Berry has a wealth of beautiful locations for us to explore and capture.

This weekend is also open gardens weekend and perhaps we will visit one or two if the location and content is uniques and special. So watch this space!

Arrive early if you wish and do nothing else but relax, meet wonderful people, indulge in great photography and explore this amazing landscape.

We work in a small group 6 to 8. We will take 10 but will have 2 tutors available.

Check out our Gallery of Photos made our last trip.

WORKSHOP FORMAT

DATE: 14,15,16, 17 March 2024

LOCATION: Berry Area 2.5hrs south of Sydney

GROUP SIZE: Minimum 5 - Maximum 10 participants.

 WORKSHOP INVESTMENT

·  Weekend for $1250 Tuition Only 

ACCOMODATION

WE ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO STAY AT THE BERRY BOUTIQUE HOTEL WHICH OFFERS SPACIOUS AND WELL APPOINTED ROOMS AND IS ALSO WHERE WE HOLD OUR LECTURES and SUPPORTS THE KIND GENEROSITY OF THE MOTEL.

We have secured a corporate rate and per room is $175 a night - normal rates are between $250 and $280 per night for weekends so we are being given a great rate! If you are travelling with a friend the rooms are very large and accommodates easily 2 people. Most rooms have a balcony or back verandah on the ground floor units.

I have put aside 10 rooms so once you have booked your trip with us please call and book your  room which are held  under The Aperture Club .

You can book as many nights before or after the course if you want an extended break. The corporate rate will apply to extra nights as well.

WHAT THE
WORKSHOP COVER

·       Creative camera controls

        Long Exposure methods

·       Advanced creative composition

·       Understanding light

·       Working with filters

·       Creative idea development

·       Setting mood and creating atmosphere

·       Developing personal style

        Painting with Light

DAILY PROGRAM: - Can change daily

The program gives you the opportunity to shoot 2 sunrises and 2 sunsets and a night shoot.

This is incorporated with some lectures and day time shoots as well.

There is some time to explore the Berry township and also relax.

This is an immersive few days of photography and the aim is to think and feel photography whilst developing your individual approach and ideas.

Note schedule can be altered depending on everyone's needs etc. and is suitable for all levels of photographic skills.

WALKING AND WEATHER

This is a gentle trip, which requires a low level of fitness.  There will be a small amount of walking to and from shooting
locations, occasionally on uneven surfaces with steps and inclines.  If you have any doubts about your ability, please contact Sharon directly.  

When you book you will receive a detailed packing list to help you plan.

POSSIBLE LOCATIONS AND SHOOTS 

Depending on Weather conditions at the the time.

·      Bombo Quarry

·      Black Head

·      Bolong National Park

·      Commerong Island

·      Broughton Creek

*      Oyster Farm

·       Other areas of interest

MEALS

Meals are not included in the tuition price but we will look at affordable and enjoyable options.

There are plenty of cafes and restaurants in Berry and we can organize a picnic lunch if we so desire.

Approx dinner costs excl drinks $25 - $35. 

BYO Alcohol to hotel or bar available.

TRANSPORT

Car: Make your own way directly to Berry. Car sharing might be an option.

Train: We are happy to organise pick up and drop offs to Berry train station. It's a very pleasant train journey from Central station.

Most of our clients prefer to have their own transport for this workshop, so that they can come and go from Berry depending on their time frame.

We will try to condense our outings to a couple of vehicles only on our photography outings depending on numbers. Whilst there I can take 3 to 4 people in my car.

WHAT TO BRING

·      Camera equipment

·     Tripod

·      Laptop with latest Adobe Lightroom software (recommended) or a
       tablet with image processing software (Snapseed)

·      Wet weather clothing? Check weather forecast

·      Wind jacket for early morning adventures

·      Sturdy footwear

·      Day pack/camera pack

·      Torch

·      Water bottle

·      Please make sure you have booked your accommodation and
       organised your breakfast, dinner and snacks prior to the workshop

TESTAMONIALS

I can highly recommend the Berry photography weekend away, lots of variety, one on one input, relaxed atmosphere, high quality accomodation and meals, learn at your own pace, suitable for all levels.

Tracye Hughs

We look forward to welcoming you on our photography workshop very soon.

Sharon and The Aperture Club Team

Contacts:

Sharon: 0411 370577

Email: info@theapertureclub.com.au