April 2025
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Time:
Time: 9.30am to 4.00pm
Date:
April 2025
Price:
$265 (plus GST) *Price doesn't include zoo entry
Images taken by, and copyright to, Taronga Zoo Photography Workshop participant Michael Brooks
Why not come and spend a day at Sydney’s amazing Taronga Zoo, learning how to photograph a wide variety of animals on display, as well as some landscape photography tuition. No matter what type of photography you are in to, you will benefit greatly from the tips and techniques offered on the day.
Photographic tuition is geared towards various skill levels and Michael is very patient with participants. Questions are very welcome!
Taronga Zoo Photography Workshop participants
Contact Michael Snedic directly
on +61 408 941 965
Itinerary
| 9.30am | Introductions, an outline of what to expect from the day, then camera settings discussed. Subjects covered will include best use of aperture/DOF, recommended shutter speeds, focal points, white balance, low-light photography, ISO, metering and much more. Once this session is complete, we will head out into the zoo and start photographing the various animals (Michael will assist you to make sure your camera is set up correctly, before you start shooting). |
| 10.45am | Morning Tea. Time for a cuppa! Your tutor will be available during morning tea for any photography-related questions you may have. After morning tea, we will photograph some of the African and Asian wildlife. |
| 12 noon | Chimpanzee Talk. This is where you will get a good chance to get some close-up images of Taronga’s amazing Chimpanzees, as they get fed. Michael will give you tips on getting great shots, before the talk starts. |
| 12.15pm | A great opportunity to photograph some of Taronga Zoo's native wildlife |
| 1.00pm | Lunch break – Purchase at café or bring your own |
| 1.45pm | Wildlife Walkabout – This is where we wander around the various enclosures, looking for the best photographic subjects and opportunities. Your tutor will talk about best angles to shoot wildlife, pitfalls regarding distracting backgrounds, portrait versus landscape formats, lighting and other techniques for great wildlife shots. |
| 2.45pm | We will visit some of the most photogenic animals at the zoo, including Meerkats, Kodiak Bears, Snow Leopards and much more. |
| 3.45pm | ‘Questions and Answers’ - This is where you can ask your tutor any questions you may have related to wildlife/nature photography or photography in general. The questions can be personal to your own individual needs but the whole group may benefit from the answers. |
| 4.00pm | Finish time |
Giraffe - Taronga Zoo Photography Workshop
Topics Covered Include
- Composition
- Recommended Aperture
- Recommended Shutter Speeds and ISO
- Focal Points
- Focus Styles
- Metering
- Exposure Compensation (for Aperture Priority)
- Flash Use
- Hand-held versus Monopod
- Recommended Accessories
- And Much More…
How to book
For more information on this workshop or to book your place, please contact Michael on +61 408 941 965 or by using the contact form.
Images taken by, and copyright to, Taronga Zoo Photography Workshop participant Michael Brooks
