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 across the region.
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 one is!
Join the Perth Photography Facebook Group here to share your photos after the session.
We ask that everyone attending a meetup follows social distancing guidelines:
Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!
next available date
Saturday the 17th of April 2021
Street Photography Meetup - Perth Cultural Centre - 3pm - 2 hours
Street photography is fun for some and challenging for others. Personally I see it as something which is socially important as our shots of Perth one day in April become a historical record in the future of life in 2021.
I have chosen the afternoon so we can explore adding shadows as way of composing the image which can make for a strong emotive shot.
I have chosen the afternoon so we can explore adding shadows as way of composing the image which can make for a strong emotive shot.
Instructor: Anna-Mair Francis
$35pp 9 places left
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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 one 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 Perth Photography Facebook Group here to share your photos after the session.
We ask that everyone attending a meetup follows social distancing guidelines:
Stay home if you're sick.
Keep 1.5 metres away from others.
Don't make unnecessary physical contact with others. Avoid physical greetings, such as handshakes, hugs and kisses.
Wash your hands regularly with alcohol-based sanitiser.
Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. Use a flexed elbow or a tissue; if you use a tissue, dispose of it immediately and appropriately.
Subscribe to the Perth Photography Group to find out about upcoming events
Refund Policy: 5 days notice required for a full refund. Re-scheduling requires 2 days notice. In the case of bad weather (heavy rain) the class may be cancelled and you'll be given the option of rescheduling or a refund.
If you need to reschedule or refund your booking, then please contact the office using the form here . Your instructor is NOT able to refund or reschedule your booking for you.
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Saturday the 17th of April 2021
Street Photography Meetup - Perth Cultural Centre - 3pm - 2 hours
Street photography is fun for some and challenging for others. Personally I see it as something which is socially important as our shots of Perth one day in April become a historical record in the future of life in 2021.
I have chosen the afternoon so we can explore adding shadows as way of composing the image which can make for a strong emotive shot.
I have chosen the afternoon so we can explore adding shadows as way of composing the image which can make for a strong emotive shot.
Instructor: Anna-Mair Francis
$35pp 9 places left
Saturday the 17th of April 2021
Beginners Guide to Night Photography - East Perth - 6:30pm - 3 hours
New to photography? Our Beginners Guide to Night Photography is perfect for you to learn or refresh many techniques used for night-time photography in a small, 3 hour, class around Claisebrook Cove with opportunities to photograph the reflections of the Optus stadium in the river.
You'll learn about light trails, long exposures, light painting, B&W photography at night, bokeh and how to adjust white balance when shooting artificial light.
You'll learn about light trails, long exposures, light painting, B&W photography at night, bokeh and how to adjust white balance when shooting artificial light.
Instructor: Anna-Mair Francis
$115pp only 3 places left
Saturday the 1st of May 2021
Architectural Photography Meetup - Perth Town Hall - 1.30pm - 2 hours
Architecture can be a challenge to a photographer. Unless you have some very expensive lens, buildings can look distorted. We will be looking at ways to compose our images to work with this and around this problem. Perth has lots of glass buildings which give us some awesome reflections of the City. A standard, wide angle or prime lens is best for architecture. Don't forget to bring a fully charged battery and a spare if you have one and make sure you have plenty of memory card space. A polarising filter might be handy if you have one. A tripod is not necessary.
Instructor: Anna-Mair Francis
$35pp 11 places left
Saturday the 8th of May 2021
Introduction to Cyanotype Class - Mudita Gallery, Williams Street, Perth. - 10 AM - < 6 hours
In this introduction to cyanotyping - a photographic process that’s now approx 175 years old - You’ll learn to sensitise paper, then go out and take photos with the Galleries Director around the CBD.
You'll then prepare negatives for contact printing, be shown how to test print - which applies to ANY “wet” photographic process and then process that test print.
Refreshments will be included plus a comprehensive take-home kit to allow you to continue at home and extend your new skills.
All at a discrete gallery setting in Perth's CBD.
Early booking is strongly suggested.
You'll then prepare negatives for contact printing, be shown how to test print - which applies to ANY “wet” photographic process and then process that test print.
Refreshments will be included plus a comprehensive take-home kit to allow you to continue at home and extend your new skills.
All at a discrete gallery setting in Perth's CBD.
Early booking is strongly suggested.
Instructor: James Wilson
$180pp 8 places left
Saturday the 15th of May 2021
Exploring Composition: Rule of Thirds & Beyond - Burswood - 10am - 2 hours
Whilst learning the technical side of using your camera is important learning how to compose your shot is equally and for some harder to learn. There are many 'tricks of the trade' used to improve your photograph and we will start with the rule of thirds today and move on to some others during the course of the session.
Instructor: Anna-Mair Francis
$35pp 11 places left
Saturday the 15th of May 2021
Beginners Guide to Night Photography Class - Northbridge - 6:30pm - 3 hours
New to photography? Our Beginners Guide to Night Photography is perfect for you to learn or refresh many techniques used for night-time photography in a small, 3 hour, class around Northbridge with opportunities to photograph city life after dark.
You'll learn about light trails, long exposures, light painting, B&W photography at night, bokeh and how to adjust white balance when shooting artificial light.
You'll learn about light trails, long exposures, light painting, B&W photography at night, bokeh and how to adjust white balance when shooting artificial light.
Instructor: Anna-Mair Francis
$115pp only 6 places left - requires 3 bookings to proceed
Saturday the 29th of May 2021
Playing with Reflections - Photography Meetup - Elizabeth Quay, Perth - 10am - 2 hours
Learning to see a shot is not something that comes naturally to every photographer so themes like this are useful to start hunting out a shot with a difference. This location has many reflective surfaces from a water park to glass buildings and lots of chrome, plenty of potential for winning shots.
Instructor: Anna-Mair Francis
$35pp 12 places left
Saturday the 26th of June 2021
Seeing the World from a Different Perspective - Photography Meetup - Claisebrook Cove - 2.30pm - 2 hours
We have all heard of the seeing the world from a bird' eye view, but what about from another perspective? Changing your perspective often strengths your image, making it stand out from the rest. Please be aware that you will be spending some of your time at ground level.
Instructor: Anna-Mair Francis
$35pp 12 places left
Saturday the 26th of June 2021
Beginners Guide to Night Photography Class - Claisebrook Cove - 6.30pm - 3 hours
New to photography? Our Beginners Guide to Night Photography is perfect for you to learn or refresh many techniques used for night-time photography in a small, 3 hour, class around Claisebrook Cove with opportunities to photograph the reflections of the Optus stadium in the river.
You'll learn about light trails, long exposures, light painting, B&W photography at night, bokeh and how to adjust white balance when shooting artificial light.
You'll learn about light trails, long exposures, light painting, B&W photography at night, bokeh and how to adjust white balance when shooting artificial light.
Instructor: Anna-Mair Francis
$115pp only 6 places left
Reviews
4.6/5 from 204 reviews
Great location and Anna-Mair is fantastic.
5/5 by Kerryn Martin
16-3-2021
5/5 by Kerryn Martin
16-3-2021
Well organised and fabulous location for photographing negative space. Professional photographer Anna-Mair was excellent.
5/5 by Lesley Florey
15-3-2021
5/5 by Lesley Florey
15-3-2021
The information was very informative. The quality of my photos showed improvement immediately in relation to clarity and focus.
5/5 by Gil Deane
28-2-2021
5/5 by Gil Deane
28-2-2021
I got what I came for and that is an understanding of how to get off auto and have confidence to take better photos. James was patient and clearly explained things, even when I asked a second time!
5/5 by Athie Chambers
21-2-2021
5/5 by Athie Chambers
21-2-2021
5/5 by Miriam Romiti
2-2-2021
James took the time to explain things clearly and we had a chance to practice.
5/5 by Mary Hervey
24-1-2021
5/5 by Mary Hervey
24-1-2021
James was great and I learnt a lot more about the features of my LUMIX camera. He made
me feel right at home and made the lesson fun. Highly recommended
5/5 by Dianne Norkett
21-11-2020
5/5 by Dianne Norkett
21-11-2020
always enjoy walking with Anna-Mair as the instructor as she always checks us along the way and provides suggestions to improve the experience
5/5 by Miriam Romiti
8-11-2020
5/5 by Miriam Romiti
8-11-2020
Absolutely loved it, James is very knowledgeable and he gave us some great advice and tips. Allowed us lots of time to ask questions, plenty of practice time, was a great few hours!
5/5 by Stuart Taylor
25-10-2020
5/5 by Stuart Taylor
25-10-2020
James has the patience of a saint. It was so nice to take photos under instruction of settings to go back and see what caused each change. A lot of information which can feel a little overwhelming at times. But James is great and goes with the flow and questions. We weren't made to feel incompetent. Beautiful location loved it and will return.
5/5 by Vicki Beaton
25-10-2020
5/5 by Vicki Beaton
25-10-2020
5/5 by Miriam Romiti
2-9-2020
It is good to have face to face tuition and get a better understanding of photography basics also having the chance to be able to ask questions and physically have someone show you how to change camera settings etc.
5/5 by Dave Buckley
30-8-2020
5/5 by Dave Buckley
30-8-2020
Really good. Knowledgeable teacher and perfect she knew where and what to look for when it comes to Wildflowers. A great morning
5/5 by Ulrika Thor
19-7-2020
5/5 by Ulrika Thor
19-7-2020
Thoroughly enjoyed it!
5/5 by Richard Lailey
7-7-2020
5/5 by Richard Lailey
7-7-2020
Fun macro session at King Park. Helpful guide from instructor
5/5 by Angela LaLoggia
15-2-2020
5/5 by Angela LaLoggia
15-2-2020
Anna Mair was excellent. Perth City had alot of beautiful reflections
5/5 by Lesley Florey
19-1-2020
5/5 by Lesley Florey
19-1-2020
I really enjoyed this event, Anna-Mair is lovely and extremely patient; she had a lot of useful and creative suggestions that helped improve my technique and create some gorgeous photographs. Looking forward to the next event!
5/5 by Gayle O'Leary
29-12-2019
5/5 by Gayle O'Leary
29-12-2019
Anna mair is an excellent teacher as she takes time to sit with you and explain what is required to improve the photo and suggests another way to take it
5/5 by Miriam Romiti
24-11-2019
5/5 by Miriam Romiti
24-11-2019
Very informative. Catered for individual levels. Good feedback with suggestions for improvement in picture quality and composition.
5/5 by Naomi Bell
13-10-2019
5/5 by Naomi Bell
13-10-2019
great tips and feedback and validating some of my ideas. Thanks Anna-Mair and fellow walkers
5/5 by Miriam Romiti
13-10-2019
5/5 by Miriam Romiti
13-10-2019
I really enjoy the class, didn’t know anything about photography st all, but this class is just so practical and hands on. Maria is so friendly and very helpful, she gave lots of hints and techniques which makes a big difference.
5/5 by Hetty Kaiser
13-10-2019
5/5 by Hetty Kaiser
13-10-2019
4/5 by Ulrika Thor
15-9-2019
Great session at Kings Park. Anna-Mair is always helpful and provides great advice on understanding camera settings to improve my photography. Thank you!
5/5 by Angela
1-9-2019
5/5 by Angela
1-9-2019
5/5 by Angela
17-8-2019
5/5 by Marree &Frank Daly
17-8-2019
Anna was extremely helpful and patient in guiding me through the methods and techniques that were required on the day. Highly recommended.
4/5 by Rick Wegener
20-7-2019
4/5 by Rick Wegener
20-7-2019
Loved it. Learnt heaps. Anna Mair excellent. Very informative for me ss a beginner
5/5 by Lesley Florey
23-6-2019
5/5 by Lesley Florey
23-6-2019
Great morning photography session at Fremantle. Anna-Mair is always helpful.
5/5 by Angela LaLoggia
22-6-2019
5/5 by Angela LaLoggia
22-6-2019
5/5 by Nicki Mileham
26-5-2019
Very informative and worthwhile
5/5 by Neil Jacques
26-5-2019
5/5 by Neil Jacques
26-5-2019