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SUMMARY:Little Crystal Creek Free Photo Walk Paluma National Park
DESCRIPTION:I am hosting a free photo walk to check out the waterfalls in and around Little Crystal Creek\, and you’re invited. This photo walk is for any level of photographer from beginner to advanced. \nWe will be meeting at the carpark at Little Crystal Creek from 8:00am and taking a leisurely stroll from there through the bush tracks photographing the various waterfalls\, rock features\, flora and fauna of the area and then on to the Frosty Mango afterwards for a refreshing icecream \nIf you have any questions about the hike\, please contact Adrian Matthiassen on 0420 275 575. I look forward to seeing you there. \nAlthough this is a FREE walk\, you are required to register for the event\, so that you can download the interactive map to use on the day. Please register your place here: \nLittle Crystal Creek Free Photo Walk \nWhat to Bring?\nI’d recommend you bring the following:\n-water\n– Comfortable Shoes\n-Appropriate Clothing\n-Snacks (if required)\n-Camera (or mobile phone camera)\n– tripod\n– mosquito repellent\n– swim wear\n– money for coffee/lunch if you’re staying after the walk (we will be heading to Frosty Mango) \nHow to Get There:\nAllow roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if travelling from Townsville\nFrom Townsville\, drive north along the Bruce Highway to the Paluma turn off on the left. Follow the winding road (Mt Spec Road) up to the Stone Bridge at Little Crystal Creek and park in the allocated car park on the left before the bridge. \n___________________________________________\n**PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY**\nAs always\, please bear in mind our PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY philosophy. This is a SOCIAL event and I am not charging a fee for this walk and take no responsibility for any mishaps\, accidents\, illness\, injuries that may occur as a result of the activity. It is up to everyone to make sure they are capable of completing the activity. If you attend this walk\, it will be solely at your own risk.\nBefore RSVP’ing to this event\, please ensure you are physically capable of completing the entire walk. We take short breaks during the walk\, but stick to a tight timeframe to ensure we complete the walk in the allotted time. Know your limits.\nRemember\, everyone is responsible for their own safety. You are responsible to ensure you bring enough water\, snacks and any other relevant items to the walk.\nIf you are not sure if you will be able to complete the walk\, please contact the event organiser who will be more than happy to discuss your questions
URL:https://adrianmatthiassen.com.au/event/little-crystal-creek-free-photo-walk-paluma-national-park/
LOCATION:Little Crystal Creek\, Mount Spec Road\, Paluma\, Queensland\, 4816\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Photo Walk,Photography Workshop
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SUMMARY:Town Common Photo Walk
DESCRIPTION:I am hosting a free photo walk to check out the sights of Townsville Town Common\, and you’re invited. This photo walk is for any level of photographer from beginner to advanced. \nWe will be meeting at the carpark at the Town Common from 7:00am and taking a leisurely stroll from there through the bush tracks photographing the various wildlife\, landscapes\, rock features\, as well as the flora and fauna of the area. \nIf you have any questions about the hike\, please contact Adrian Matthiassen on 0420 275 575. I look forward to seeing you there. \nAlthough this is a FREE walk\, you are required to register for the event\, so that you can download the interactive map to use on the day. Please register your place here: \nTownsville Town Common Free Photo Walk \nWhat to Bring?\nI’d recommend you bring the following:\n-water\n– Comfortable Shoes\n-Appropriate Clothing\n-Snacks (if required)\n-Camera (or mobile phone camera)\n– tripod\n– mosquito repellent\n– a hat \nHow to Get There:\nAllow roughly 25 minutes if travelling from Townsville\nFrom Townsville\, head to Pallarenda and then turn off on the left at the Pallarenda Golf Course turnoff. Follow the road all the way to the end and park in the allocated car park \n___________________________________________\n**PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY**\nAs always\, please bear in mind our PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY philosophy. This is a SOCIAL event and I am not charging a fee for this walk and take no responsibility for any mishaps\, accidents\, illness\, injuries that may occur as a result of the activity. It is up to everyone to make sure they are capable of completing the activity. If you attend this walk\, it will be solely at your own risk.\nBefore RSVP’ing to this event\, please ensure you are physically capable of completing the entire walk. We take short breaks during the walk\, but stick to a tight timeframe to ensure we complete the walk in the allotted time. Know your limits.\nRemember\, everyone is responsible for their own safety. You are responsible to ensure you bring enough water\, snacks and any other relevant items to the walk.\nIf you are not sure if you will be able to complete the walk\, please contact the event organiser who will be more than happy to discuss your questions
URL:https://adrianmatthiassen.com.au/event/town-common-photo-walk/
LOCATION:Townsville Town Common\, Cape Pallarenda Road\, Townsville\, QLD\, 4810\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Photo Walk
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SUMMARY:Magnetic Island Photo Tour
DESCRIPTION:1 Day Photo Tour of Magnetic Island 10th January 2025  Limited to 4 workshop participants $289\n\nIn conjunction with PhotoTours Australia I will be hosting a one-day photography tour of Magnetic Island for a small group of four which offers a perfect mix of scenic landscapes\, wildlife\, and coastal views\, all conveniently explored by car. After a short ferry ride from Townsville\, the group will arrive on the island\, ready to embark on an unforgettable photographic adventure. We will start the day by driving to Horseshoe Bay\, a picturesque spot where calm waters\, anchored sailboats\, and palm-fringed beaches offer a beautiful scene for morning photography. Capture the soft light glistening on the water and the tranquil atmosphere before heading to your next destination.\n\nWe will then stop at Bungalow Bay Koala Village located in the heart of Magnetic Island\, offering visitors a chance to interact with native Australian wildlife in a relaxed\, natural setting. You can get up close and personal with a variety of native animals\, so it’s a must-visit for wildlife photography enthusiasts. Bungalow Bay Koala Village is a perfect stop for learning about Magnetic Island’s unique ecosystem and capturing memorable wildlife photos.\nAfter capturing the wildlife\, we will be stopping at Picnic Bay Hotel to grab a refreshing drink and a bite to eat for lunch\, which will provide a perfect break during your tour.\nPicnic Bay is known for its long\, curved beach and the iconic Picnic Bay Jetty\, which stretches out into the turquoise waters\, offering photographers the chance to capture stunning images of the jetty against the backdrop of the Coral Sea. The beach is a quiet\, peaceful spot\, perfect for a laid-back swim or just relaxing under the shade of palm trees. The jetty\, once the island’s main ferry terminal\, is a fantastic spot for both sunrise and sunset photography\, with reflections dancing on the calm waters.\n\nAfter lunch and and a bit of exploring around the area\, we will head west across the island to West Point\, a hidden gem known for its rugged coastlines and sweeping views of the mainland. The drive through bushland provides opportunities for photographing Magnetic Island’s diverse wildlife\, including rock wallabies and native birds. Upon reaching West Point\, you’ll have plenty of time to photograph its wild\, untouched beauty—perfect for landscape and seascape photography. West Point is particularly famous for its sunset views\, so we will return later in the day to capture the sky’s brilliant colors.\nIn the afternoon\, the tour continues with a drive to the Forts Walk. The hike leads to panoramic viewpoints and historic World War II forts\, where photographers can capture expansive vistas of the island’s rugged coastline. Along the way\, be sure to keep your camera ready for the island’s star attraction—wild koalas resting in the eucalyptus trees. The historical ruins combined with dramatic ocean views offer a unique blend of subjects for your photos.\n\nAs sunset approaches\, we will return to West Point for the grand finale. Here\, the group will be perfectly positioned to photograph one of the island’s most famous sunset views\, with the colors of the sky reflecting off the water and creating a truly magical scene.\nAfterwards\, you will be driven back to the ferry at Nelly Bay\, ending the day with a ferry ride home as the last light fades over the Coral Sea
URL:https://adrianmatthiassen.com.au/event/magnetic-island-photo-tour-3/
LOCATION:Magnetic Island\, Magnetic Island\, Magnetic Island\, Queensland\, 4819\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Photography Tour
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Night Photography Workshop – Townsville
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nCome along to this fun and informative night photography workshop in Townsville and learn in great detail how to create the different techniques available to you to create amazing night photography scenes.  In this workshop\, you will start your lesson with an introduction of how to set up your camera and tripod to achieve picture perfect results. \nThis practical photography workshop runs for 3 hours and will introduce you to some very simple\, yet inspiring techniques for taking photos at night. As the light changes you will learn how to expose for mood\, compose inventive night portraits\, artfully capture moving lights and take a variety of photos in low light situations. \nTake part in this top night photography class and ensure you never make a amateur mistake again.  In this night photography workshop you will learn techniques such as painting with light\, traffic trails and burning steel wool \nIf you want to be able to capture a photograph with the same beauty and detail as the scene in front of your camera\, then this workshop is definitely for you. \nOutcomes you will achieve from attending this class:\n\nusing manual mode on your camera\nachieve a balanced exposure\ncomposition and framing\nusing complementary colours\nunderstanding white balance\ncapture steady\, blur free shots\nhow to take a great silhouette shot\nthinking outside the box when creating an image\n\n  \nThis is what you need to bring to the night photography class:\n\nyour camera\na wide angle lens\ntripod\ninsect repellent\ntorch\n\nBooking Link:\nSo that I can confirm numbers to this workshop\, please use the following link to book your place \nNight Photography Workshop
URL:https://adrianmatthiassen.com.au/event/night-photography-workshop-townsville-4/
LOCATION:Townsville Brewing Co\, 252 Flinders Street\, Townsville\, Queensland\, 4810\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Night Photography Workshop
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Photography - Townsville
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis photography workshop will teach you how to use your camera and get off auto in 4 easy steps. By the end of the day you will be able to confidently use your camera on manual settings to achieve amazing results. \nOur workshop is aimed at anyone who owns a digital camera (including a digital SLR and mirrorless camera) who wants to get off auto. Subjects covered include: Shutter speed and aperture\, ISO\, white balance and how to use it correctly\, lighting techniques and image composition \nWe also get out of the classroom and will wander around the workshop venue during the day to put into practice what you have been taught. \nTo secure your place you will need to make full payment prior to the workshop. Simply click on the payment link to confirm your place. \nWith only 6 spaces available for this class it will ensure that there is plenty of time during the workshop for you to receive comprehensive tuition from your trainer. Please be sure to book early to secure your place \nLunch is not provided at this workshop\, however it can be purchased at the workshop venues. \nOutcomes you will achieve from attending this class:\n\nusing manual mode on your camera\nachieve a balanced exposure\ncomposition and framing\nusing complementary colours\naperture\nshutter speed\nISO\nunderstanding white balance\nknow what the different modes on your camera mean\nmetering modes\nmanual focus techniques\ncapture steady\, blur free shots\nhow to take a great silhouette shot\nthinking outside the box when creating an image\n\nWhat to bring to the photography workshop:\n\nYour camera (including your lenses)\nThe camera manual if you have it\nComfortable walking shoes\nInsect repellant\nA hat\nDrinking water\na print out of your photography workshop course notes (supplied via download after you book in)\n\nBooking Link:\nSo that I can confirm numbers to this workshop\, please use the following link to book your place \nFundamentals of Photography
URL:https://adrianmatthiassen.com.au/event/get-to-know-your-camera-townsville-2/
LOCATION:Queens Gardens\, Paxton Street\, Townsville\, Queensland\, 4810\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshop
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