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Photography and Writing Courses, Workshops, Retreat and Tours Calendar

What's On In March 2010

Workshop & Date

Availability
Thurs 11th
Beginner

Wait list

Fri 12th
Brisbane @ Dusk
Wellington Point

Wait list

Sat 13th
Beginner

Wait list

Sun 14th
Photoshop Creative Series
Yes
Tues 16th
Beginner
Toowoomba
Yes
Tues 16th
Intermediate
Yes
Thurs 18th
Macro
Yes
Thurs 18th
Flash
Yes
Fri 19th
Beginner
Wait list

Sat 20th
Beginner

Yes
Sun 21st
Portraiture Using natural Light
Toowoomba
Yes
Tues 23rd
Studio Lighting
Yes
Wed 24th
Parents, Carers & Bubs
Yes
Wed 24th
Beginner Refresher
Yes
Thurs 25th
Beginner
Yes
Sat 27th
Beginner
Toowoomba
Wait list
Sat 27th
Portraiture Using natural Light
Tamborine Mountain
Yes
Sun 28th
Wedding
Yes
Wed 31st
Intro to Photoshop
Yes
See further planned workshops below or by clicking on the workshop to the right.

Please refer to further dates for workshops set below in future months

Courses and workshops are regularly updated on this web page.
Once you start with us our advice does not stop when you leave the workshop. You are welcome to e-mail us with questions and images for further continued advice.

The Bluedog Team of professional photographers and journalists have a wealth of knowledge to share and have taught various aspects of their subjects throughout Australia. You may be a good photographer or writer but that does not mean you can teach. We all continue to work as professional photographers and journalists and have the confidence and patience to take you on exciting paths with your work.

Participant numbers are always kept low to ensure you get individual attention, the maximum benefit and all your questions are answered.

Below is the calendar of planned workshops, retreats and tours.
This is updated weekly. Below the calendar is an outline of many
of the workshops. Please email us for further details.


What We Run At Bluedog

Click on workshop to see further
proposed dates & course outline

Beginner Photography

Beginner Level 1

Brisbane @ Dusk

NEW Byron Bay Bluesfest Tour

Fast Shutters Fast Cars

Flash

Gold Coast @ Dusk

Human Form

Intermediate Level 1

Landscape Photography

Learn to Write

Macro Photography

NEW Matting your Images

Photoshop Workshops

Portraiture Using Natural Lighting

Parents, Carers, Cameras & Bubs

Real Estate and Property Photography

Skywalk

NEW Studio Lighting

NEW Sunset & Star Trails

Tamborine Mountain Weekend
Photography Retreat

Teenagers Photography Days

Travel Photography

Understanding Depth of Field

Wedding Photography

Wildlife Photography


Photography Tours

NEW Byron Bay Bluesfest Tour

NEW Hong Kong

Vanuatu Photography Tour

NEW Stradbroke Island Photography Tour
28th Feb-2nd March 2010
27th-29th May 2010

Fraser Island Tour
Aug & Sept 2010

Vietnam and Cambodia’s Angkor Region
with Barry Cheeseman
14th Feb- 2nd March 2010

26th Sep- 12th October 2010

Southern, Central and Northern Vietnam
with Barry Cheeseman
3rd March - 27th March

1st Sept - 25th Sept 25 2010

Southern, Central and Northern regions of  Vietnam

More Tours Are Being Planned!


Beginner Photography Workshops
9.00am-4.
00pm

Date
Availability
March 2010
Thurs 11th

Wait list

Sat 13th

Wait list

Tues 16th
Toowoomba
Yes
Fri 19th
Wait list
Sat 20th
Yes
Thurs 25th
Yes
Sat 27th
Toowoomba
Wait list
April 2010
Thurs 8th
Yes
Tues 13th
Yes
Sat 17th
Yes
Thurs 22nd
Yes
Sat 24th
Wait list
Fri 30th
Yes
May 2010
Sat 1st
Yes
Sat 8th
Yes
Fri 14th
Yes
Tues 18th
Yes
Sat 22nd
Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

 

Beginner Photography Workshop

An extremely informative day with two professional photographers and a max of 8/class. Understand
what all those buttons and dials mean - interpret the jargon - learn important composition skills, what is aperture and shutter speed, how to set your cameras ISO rating, and loads more. Never use Auto again!!

Then put it all to the test by actually doing it on your camera! During the day you will learn how to freeze droplets of water, blur water and do long exposures as if at night, achieve an out of focus background, maximum depth of field for landscapes, use on camera flash in daylight, how to archive digital files. Suitable for both digital and film users. An SLR digital is also available for use on the day.

Workshop notes given to all participants PLUS you receive a voucher for 6 FREE 8" x 12" (20x30cm) prints.

Cost: $215.00 - Tamborine Studio
$255.00 - Toowoomba
Venue: Unless otherwise stated in the table to the left the Beginner w
orkshop is held at the Bluedog Studio on Tamborine Mountain, 20kms for Surfers Paradise.
Limited numbers apply.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail
"Let's Start! "

"THANKYOU for a fantastic day. Was pleased to see other participants were on the same beginners level as me. You guys rock!! You were so patient, I am technology challenged, but you kept it simple, I did not feel shy or intimidated asking questions. What I really liked was how you made us make our choices, view our mistakes and direct us to correct, I think that is really important.
Thanks again, am on a high without a top quality Chardonnay!!" Sue

Learn Photography with Bluedog

Photo By Craig Kasper (C)


Beginner Refresher
9.00am-4.00pm

Date
Availability
March 2010
Wed 24th
Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

 

Beginner Refresher

After a short theory session in the studio going over shutter, aperture and depth of field we'll held out to two locations for photography shoots with a professional photographer. During the shoots you will obtain critical feedback and advice to master your photography.

Workshop notes given to all participants PLUS you receive a voucher for 6 FREE 8" x 12" (20x30cm) prints.

Cost: $215.00
Limited numbers apply.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail
"Beginner Refresher"



Intermediate Photography Workshops
9.00am-4.
00pm

Date
Availability
March 2010
Tues 16th
Yes
April 2010
Sat 10th
Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

 

Intermediate Level 1

Understand RAW, exposure compensation - get those whites white and blacks black, how to use a grey card, white balance, read the histogram, the varied uses of a polariser and more. We aim for a 2.5 hour rain forest photo shoot after a combined theory and practical session in the studio.

Workshop notes given to all participants PLUS you receive a voucher for 6 FREE 8" x 12" (20x30cm) prints.

Cost: $245.00
Limited numbers apply.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail
"Intermediate Level 1"



Portraiture Using
Natural Light

Date & Time
Availability
March 2010
Sun 21st
Toowoomba
Yes
Sat 27th
Tamborine Mountain
Yes
May 2010
Sun 9th
Tamborine Mountain
Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

 

Portraiture With Natural Lighting

Learn the art of portraiture with award winning portrait photographer Barry Cheesman. During this full day session you will be guided through the important aspects of portraiture, understand where common mistakes are made and Barry will pass on the real-life techniques in connecting with your model as well as controlling your camera to give you the stunning image you desire.

Session includes a hands-on session with model. Workshop notes included plus you receive a voucher for 6 FREE 8x12" (20x30cm) prints.

Time: 9am-4.30pm
Venue:
Commence at the Bluedog Studio at 42 Licuala Drive North Tamborine then on location.

Cost:
Tamborine Mountain: $325.00 inc GST
Toowoomba: $375.00 inc GST
Limited numbers apply.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail "Portraiture"



Intro to Macro

Date & Time
Availability
March 2010
Thurs 18th
9am-1pm
Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

 

An Introduction to Macro Photography

Our macro workshop consists of two parts: the first is a power point presentation that goes through gear; techniques and tips; the second is a practical. The practical is done at the Bluedog studio to eliminate weather factors interfering.


Workshop notes given to all participants PLUS you receive a voucher for 6 FREE 8" x 12" (20x30cm) prints.

Cost: $99.00
Limited numbers apply. To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail
"Macro Photography"



Brisbane & Gold Coast
@ Dusk

Date &
Location
Availability
March 2010
Fri 12th
Wellington Point
Waitlist
April 2010
Wed 14th
Wynnum
Yes
Tues 27th
Story Bridge
Yes
May 2010
Wed 19th
Wellington Point

Yes
Wed 25th
Kangaroo Point Cliffs

Yes
June 2010
Wed 16th
Wellington Point

Yes
Tues 29th
TBA

Yes
July 2010
Sat 31st
TBA

Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

 

Brisbane and Gold Coast @ Dusk

 

These 2 hour sessions are designed for you to 'play' with a professional photographer refining your skills, improving your techniques and receiving expert guidance while shooting under low light situations.

Fri 12th March Wellington Point: Meet: 5.00pm session ends 7.15pm
Wed 14th April Wynnum: Meet: 4.30pm session ends 6.45pm
Wed 19th May Wellington Point: Meet: 4.15pm session ends 6.30pm

Cost: $65.00
Limited numbers apply.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail
"Bluedog"

 



Parents, Carers,
Cameras & Bubs
10.00am-12md

Date &
Location
Availability
March 2010
Wed 24th

Yes
April 2010
Fri 30th

Yes
May 2010
Fri 21st

Yes
June 2010
Fri 25th

Yes
July2010
Thurs 22nd

Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

 

Parents, Carers, Cameras & Bubs

These two hour sessions (10am-12md unless stated otherwise) are designed for you to bring your children along and under the guidance of a professional photographer develop your photography. Please note you are responsible for your children during the outing. Bookings are essential and the session must have a minimum numbers to run.

Cost: $65.00
Limited numbers apply.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail
"Cameras & Bubs"

Monday the 28th September: Kate will be joining the Bluedog tutor in this session to assist with the children!



Sunset & Star Trails

Date &
Location
Availability
April 2010

Sat 17th

Yes
May 2010

Sat 22nd

Yes
June 2010

Wed 16th

Yes
October 2010

Sun 31st
5.30pm-9.00pm
Halloween - Fancy Dress Night Shoot
location TBA

Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

 

Sunset & Star Trails and Full Moon Landscapes

Learn how to do long exposures, and capture the brilliant colours of the twinkling stars, star lit landscapes, landscapes using the moon as your light source, creative light painting and dark frame subtraction. Please note on nights where there is a full moon you will not be able to capture star trails.

You do not need to be an expert to attend! We will walk you through each stage.

These sessions will be held at locations in around a 1.5 hours drive of Brisbane such as on private property on the Brisbane side of Boonah (less than an hours drive from Brisbane) where we'll have a BBQ if you wish to bring and cook a snag plus toilet facilities. Other venues may be more remote with no facilities.

Due to us wishing to keep these sessions private for Bluedog participants, exact locations will only be given to those registering.

What everyone must bring:
Camera and manual
Lenses – if you have more than one than please bring them all! Wide angles are great for this.
Tripod
Lens hood
Remote / Cable Release - Lockable Cable Release is best
Cleaning cloth
At least 2-3 batteries fully charged (no old batteries and they should be original equipment)
Empty memory cards that have been formatted
Closed in foot wear & insect repellent
Torch
Camping chair
Your drinks and food

Star Trail Sessions:$165.00
Minimum numbers are needed for each session to run and places will be limited.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail
"Sunset & Star Trails"



Matting your Images

Date &
Location
Availability
May 2010

Sun 23rd
2pm-4.30pm

Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

Matting your Images

Matting your photographs is more important than you think especially if you want to frame your images either for your own use or sell your photographs either framed.

During this session learn how to correctly position the print in the matt board area so the final product is pleasant to view, cut the matt itself and common pitfalls made in doing this, attach the print and backing board.

Materials supplied for each participant to cut two 16x20" matts (or smaller images if preferred).

What everyone must bring:
Prints for matting
Note pad and pen

Cost: $120.00
Location: Bluedog Studio Tamborine Mountain
Minimum numbers are needed for each session to run and places will be limited to six.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail
"Matting"



Landscape Photography

Date
Availability
More Dates Currently Being Set


Landscape Photography

After a session at the studio looking at techniques and tips to make your landscape photography stunning we'll head on out. This session includes a sunset shoot.

Workshop notes given to all participants PLUS you receive a voucher for 6 FREE 8" x 12" (20x30cm) prints.

Cost: $115.00
Limited numbers apply.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail
"Landscape"



Fast Shutters Fast Cars

Date & Time
Availability
Awaiting dates from Holden
 

 

Fast Shutter - Fast Cars
At The Holden Driving Centre

Hone those shutter speed skills, perfect that panning as we visit the Holden Driving Performance Centre at Norwell.
Participants will be able to walk with the Bluedog Tutor into areas of the track to get that closer view!
Participants must agree to follow the tutors directions at all times. Wear closed in footwear and be responsible for their own safety.

Cost: $95.00
Numbers will be limited and bookings are essential.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail
"Fast Shutters Fast Cars"



Wedding Photography

Date & Time
Availability
March 2010
Sun 28th
9.00am-4.30pm
Yes
May 2010
Sun 16th
9.00am-4.30pm
Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

 

Doing a Friends Wedding - What Now?

You are into your photography and now you've been asked to do a friends or relatives wedding - what now? This session will go through some of the basic tips and tricks, how to be organised and do the best for that special day. We will also do a practical exercise so you get to understand simple modelling and lighting techniques with a bride and groom.

A set of notes is given to all participants including our extensive shot list and contract outline. After this workshop you should be equipped with the knowledge to go out and get started - others are already earning money simply by doing this workshop!

Cost: $325.00
Numbers will be limited and bookings are essential.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail
"Wedding Photography"




Real Estate Photography

Date & Time
Availability
April/May 2010
TBA
Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

 

How to Do Real Estate Photography?

This is a very comprehensive workshop. We start here at the studio and watch a Power Point where we look at aspects of equipment, file formats,  lighting, exposures, white balance, how to deal with each room, what to do and what not to do, marketing and a little on Photoshop such as how to straighten walls etc.

After this we go to a cottage where you photograph the living room, glassed wall bathroom, BBQ area and exterior. A full set of workshop notes is provided for you to take home.
After this workshop you should be equipped to go out and shoot real estate photography - we already have many doing just that!

Cost: $325.00

Numbers will be limited and bookings are essential.
To book: Ph 07 55454777 or email
"Real Estate Photography"



Studio Lighting

Date & Time
Availability
March 2010
Tues 23rd
9am-4.30pm
Yes
May 2010
Sun 9th
9am-1.00pm
Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set


Studio Lighting

Be taught with award winning photographer Barry Cheesman studio lighting techniques. With some theory in understanding light, light temperature and known styles of lighting you will then receive practical sessions covering different light positioning and ratios to the key light. You will leave with a sound knowledge of the studio lighting style to apply to your subject matter and thus gain the effect you wish to achieve.

Cost:
Full Day: $325.00
Half Day: $162.50
Location: Bluedog Studio Tamborine Mountain
Minimum numbers are needed for each session to run and places are limited to four.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or email "Studio Lighting"

 



Human Form

Date & Time
Availability
April 2010
Sunday 11th
9am-1.00pm
Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set


Human Form

After a short session on lighting and exposure techniques our life model will join us for a 3 hour nude photography session. Each session will incorporate different forms of lighting such as natural, studio and window - all designed so you can set the same scenario up at home. During the shoot you will obtain critical feedback and advice to master your photography.

Numbers are limited to 4 per session unless otherwise stated.
Participants must have attended a Bluedog Photography Workshop before to attend. Each participant is required to sign an agreement of understanding on posing and use of images from the shoot which we are happy to send out before hand.

Workshop notes provided and a voucher for 6 FREE 8x12" prints.

Cost: $257.00
Location: Bluedog Studio and nearby outdoor area Tamborine Mountain.

To book: Ph 07 55454777 or email "Human Form"
-1pm
Cost: $245.00 inc GST.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail



Travel Photography

Date & Time
Availability
April 2010
Wed 21st
9am-1.00pm
Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

 

Travel Photography

This workshop will be delivered in three parts including a Power Point presentation on gear, techniques including using a polariser, how to photograph rainbows, lighting etc; constructive crit - each participant is asked to bring 5 images either on a CD in jpg. format or as hard copy prints; practical excursion.


Workshop notes given to all participants PLUS you receive a voucher for 6 FREE 8" x 12" (20x30cm) prints.

Cost: $115.00
Numbers will be limited and bookings are essential.
To book: Ph 07 5545 4777 or email
"Travel"



Understanding Flash

Date & Time
Availability
March 2010
Thurs 18th
2pm-5pm
Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

 

Understanding Flash

Gain the maximum benefit from your flash, experiment with flash accessories such as diffusers, soft boxes, snoots and honeycombs and learn how to avoid the common disappointing mistakes in this two hour session.

Cost: $115.00
Numbers will be limited and bookings are essential.
To book: Ph 07 5545 4777 or email
"Flash"



Photoshop Courses

Date & Time
Availability
March 2010
Creative Series
Sun 14th
9am-1pm
Yes
Intro to Photoshop
Wed 31st
9am-1pm
Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

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Photoshop Courses

Intro to Photoshop
Learn how to process your images, work in layers, resize, make selections, colour balance and make your images pop!

Workshop notes given to all participants. Cost: $157.00

The Creative Photoshop Series
Join Graphic Designer Diana Ziv with over 20 years experience for her Creative Photoshop Series. During this series you will learn a range of techniques such as using channels, masks, making panoramas, deep etching, selective colouring, black and white, adding textures and motion blurs, create lighting effects and other tips and tricks professionals use.
The series can be done either as a package of six (with a huge saving) or as single workshops - you do not have to do the whole series. For more details see below.

Workshop notes given to all participants. Cost: $225.00 inc GST per workshop
Package of 6: $1080 inc GST save $270

Please email us if you would like an overview of what is covered in each lesson of
the Creative Series.


Materials required and supplied:
A laptop computer with either Photoshop CS3 or CS4 loaded (you can download a free 30 day trail)
1GB USB Memory Stick, Notepad and pen
Images of your own you may wish to work on.
We will supply images for working on tutorials, workshop notes and a statement of attendance.

Prerequisites:
There is no prerequisites required for Intro to photoshop.
You do not have had completed the Bluedog Intro to attend the Creative Series.

To Book:
Numbers will be limited and bookings are essential. Ph 07 55454777 or .email
"Photoshop"

Some of the tutoirals being undertaken during the Creative Series:
Learn how to correctly edit an image in RAW, use the clone tool and or the patch tool to remove blemishes from the background and add sharpening using unsharp mask.


Creative Series: Learn to use the hue and saturation adjustments and selective colour adjustments to enhance saturation and change specific colours, use replace colour adjustment, more tools and adjust Levels. Such as the grrevilla below.

Creative Series: Learn to straighten horizons, fix a contrasting image, replacing sky and work in layer masks plus more selection tools.

Creative Series: Learn to straighten perspective as in the church image below, change to black and white, hue and saturation techniques and black and white adjustments layers.

Creative Series: Using our monk image on our Nov-Dec 2009 newsletter learn to isolate the monk gown, make rest of image black and white. Layer masks, selection tools, hue and saturation and curves adjustments also covered.

Creative Series: Have fun removing a person form a beach scene, intensifying colours and more!

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Weekend Retreat

Date & Time
Availability
September 2010
Show Weekend!
17th-19th
Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set

 

"Your Weekend Photography Retreat was a
pleasure to be part of with your
friendly and informal approach.
I enjoyed making new friends sharing
in a common passion.

The knowledge and experience
that you draw on seems endless.
You have opened my eyes a little wider.
I always felt I had an eye for an image
worth capturing but now, I see that
scene in a different light
(pardon the pun)
and many more that I wouldn't have
given a second glance in the past."

Robert H. November 2008

 

Bluedog Photography Tamborine Mountain Weekend Retreat

This two day workshop allows participants to explore the wonderful world of photography. Each retreat itinerary is arranged around participant's particular interests - view our May 08 Bluedog Photography Weekend Retreat itinerary to see an example. A minimum of two professional tutors per session. We meet on Friday evening where photographers and their partners meet the tutors, dine on a sumptuous dinner (all diets are catered for) and view a presentation such as our 'Masters of the Lens' and receive your 'Bluedog Retreat' pack with notes, map, flyers and vouchers.

During the weekend we visit places such as the acclaimed Tamborine Mountain Botanic Gardens, Skywalk, venture into Queensland's oldest rainforest (the third oldest in the world!), visit the amazing Sculpture Garden where internationally acclaimed Antone Bruinsma carves amazing sculptures, the Tamborine Mountain Heritage Centre, an award winning winery and their barrel room (and yes we sample some of their fine wines), take in a sunrise, sunset, portrait shoot and for those that like to take a stroll at night, see glow worms, glowing fungi and other amazing nocturnal creatures of the rainforest. For those needing accommodation we will refer options for you. If you require transport from airports or train stations please contact us and we will assist you with this. Bookings and numbers apply.

The retreats are suited for those that do not own an SLR and there will be some digital SLR's available for a small fee to assist cover cleaning costs. A limited number of tripods will also be available for loan for free.

Cost: For the February 2010 Retreat - $680.00 - Includes meals (morning tea and lunch on Saturday and Sunday and 2 course dinner at restaurant on Friday and Saturday evenings), tuition, notes, model, guides, entry, a glass of wine/juice and nibbles at sunset shoot on Saturday.

For non-photography partners wishing to join us for dinner it is $45.00 per dinner each night.
For other wonderful things to see and do and accommodation on Tamborine Mountain
Read more about Tamborine Mountain.

Registration is essential and currently being taken. To register Contact Us.


Learn To Write

Date & Time
Availability
April 2010
Tues 27th
Yes
More Dates Currently Being Set


Learn How To Write Workshops

Join acclaimed journalist Christine Retschlag and or Danielle Lancaster in these stimulating and
informative workshops.

The Beginners Guide to the World of Writing:
The Art of Photojournalism: Christine will cover the art of perception & observation; creativity & imagination, how to write, writer’s block & things to avoid, stimulating the senses plus there will be a p
ractical exercise in writing and critique and constructive criticism.
The Art of Photojournalism - How to capture a story on camera and in print: Learn what is the difference in Writing vs Journalism, Writing vs Photography, what is the truth and how do you find it? How to write for newspapers and magazine, the Press Release, the tools and tricks of the trade plus there will be a practical exercise in writing and critique and constructive criticism.
From Concept to Print: In this session Christine is joined by photojournalist Danielle Lancaster and they cover essential information such as dealing with deadlines, legal issues, packaging and pitching and much more.
How to Prepare a Press Release & Stop them 'Falling to the Floor'!

No matter what business you are in the press release is used everywhere and not just for the press. The tools you use are ones you will use in the everyday writing for your business from the web to advertising.
Includes you preparing a release and crit.
Numbers will be limited and bookings are essential.
Cost $197.00 inc GST.
For further details or to book -
Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail "Learn How to Write"


Skywalk

Date & Time
Availability
These are held on request basis.

 

Tamborine Mountain Rainforest Skywalk

Like to get close to nature? Then join a tutor from Bluedog Photography into the canopy of the rainforest.
We will be commencing our walks at 8.30am, an hour before they are open to the public so we have a quieter time to find those butterflies, birds and capture this pristine slice of nature.

Participants must agree to follow the tutors directions at all times. Wear closed in footwear and be responsible for their own safety. Please note - this walk is only partly on an elevated platform and there is an alternative path on the ground.
Numbers will be limited and bookings are essential. Price includes admission.
For further details or to book -
Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail "Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk"


Teens Days

Date & Time
Availability

Other days will be scheduled if demand such as:
Compose, Freeze &
Grab that Action!

An outing at the beach

More Dates Currently Being Set

 

Teenagers Photography Day

Teens Beginner: An extremely informative day with two professional photographers and a max of 7/class. Understand what all those buttons and dials mean - interpret the jargon - learn important composition skills, what is aperture and shutter speed, how to set your cameras ISO rating, and loads more. Never use Auto again!!

Then put it all to the test by actually doing it on your camera! During the day you will learn how to freeze droplets of water, blur water and do long exposures as if at night, achieve an out of focus background, maximum depth of field for landscapes, use on camera flash in daylight, how to archive digital files. Suitable for both digital and film users. An SLR digital is also available for use on the day.

Workshop notes given to all participants PLUS you receive a voucher for 6 FREE 8" x 12" (20x30cm) prints.

Cost: $197.00 inc GST
Limited numbers apply.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail
"Let's Start! "


Compose, Free & Grab the Action:
Cost: $197.00 inc GST
Limited numbers apply.
To book: Ph: 07 5545 4777 or e-mail
"Let's Start! "

About Our Teen Days: These days are designed to get the photographically interested teenager of the house out and about and exploring their interests by combining learning with fun. The day usually starts at the Bluedog Studio with Milo and morning tea. Parents are welcome to stay for the intro and meet the tutors. Then we start! Children today are born into the digital world; it is a natural element for them. They love things to happen fast as does the world of digital.

We will aim to take them on a visual journey across Queensland and beyond. They will learn, as in our beginners workshop, techniques and skills on their camera and each session will have practical sessions designed to be fun such as a walk into the rainforest and to a water fall where they will discover it’s beauty through the lens and find out why this part of the rainforest is unique. This is a great chance to put their skills into practice and also have fun learning with others. The days are specifically designed so that it does not matter what level of reading and writing the teenager is at or what kind of camera they have. It is a day of learning with no text books! Each participant will receive a voucher to get one of their images from the day blown up as a 20x30" print for free and notes to take home. All the tutors hold Blue Cards.

Camping Retreats
Date & Time
Availability
More Dates Currently Being Set

 

 

Camping Photography Retreat:
Landscape & Wildlife

The retreat will be held at Tamborine Mountain Caravan and Camping ground - a dog friendly park - situated in Thunderbird Park. So along with dogs, families are welcome too! There will be available shady sites including private sites and group sites.
Other activities include horse riding, Thunder egg mining, exploring the rainforest and Australia's first Adventure Park - the largest ropes and adventure games course in the country. Trained professional photographers will undertake workshops on various subjects including landscape, digital imaging and for the first time a workshop will be held on writing travel articles. Bookings and numbers apply.
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Cost: $280.00/photographer. This will include some notes and your camp site. Partners and family free Registration for this retreat is essential. On registration and payment you will receive a 'what to bring form' (as usual all the smiles and sense of fun!) and your 'Welcome to Tamborine Package' with maps, vouchers and loads of information on Tamborine Mountain.
Register Here.

Other camping retreats are being planned!

Fraser Island Tour
Date & Time
Availability
Aug & Oct 2010
For more info
Fraser Island Photography Tour
Yes


Bluedog/Kingfisher Bay Fraser Island Photography Tour

Join the Bluedog photographers and resident Fraser Island nationally acclaimed photographer and Kingfisher Bay Ranger Ranger Peter Meyer of Living Gallery Photography discovering some of their favourite photography haunts on Fraser Island!

We will stay at Kingfisher Bay Resort, all meals will be supplied and all vehicles will be supplied so you don't even have to own a 4WD. There tour will be limited to two vehicles only with Nick and Peter at the helm so you will be assured a personal yet rewarding photography experience.

Plus the tour includes a your transfers to the island and a whale watching tour!

For more visit our Fraser Island Photography Tour page

Byron Bay Bluesfest
Date & Time
Availability
April 2010
1st-5th April 2010
Yes

Byron Bay Bluesfest Tour

What do John Butler, Jack Johnson, Jimmy Barnes and Bluedog have in Common?.... We’ll all be at the Byron Bay Bluesfest 2010! Join photographers Garry Schlatter and Suellen Taylor to really tell a visual story of this legendary festival now in its 21st Year.

Yes, Bluedog have been working with the great crew at Bluesfest and have secured 5 day Festival Tickets with Photographers access. Over 100 local and international artists will appear across 6 performance stages to entertain a crowd of 80,000 festival goers over the best 5 days of music in Australia.

Tour includes: 5 day festival pass, accommodation on site in tent motel, front of stage Photographers pit access, limited back stage access under guidance of Bluesfest organiser, Dinner night one, transfers into Town for Byron Shoot, practical workshops on site for portraiture , low light shooting, flash, composition and critique of images.

Limited to 6 people only.
Cost: $1,846.33 + GST
Email us for more information about the Bluesfest Workshop including itinerary
For more info on the festival visit www.bluesfest.com.au

Hong Kong Tour
Date & Time
Availability
February 2011
TBA
Yes

Hong Kong Chinese New Year Tour

After our exciting 2010 tour we are now planning to return for the 2011!
A limited edition 6 day adventure with two tutors to this exciting city.
Experience the smorgasbord of images this bustling city has to offer.

Adorned with lights, decorations and celebrations at every turn we will take in the heights of the Peak Tram and the fireworks on Victoria Harbour. We'll walk through the tranquil Hong Kong Park
and be mesmerised as the locals gather for Tai Chi.

No trip complete without a little retail therapy we'll visit the famous Mongkok area with its markets and electronic stores (this means camera gear folks!).

Other highlights include the great laneways and bars of the Soho district, the Great Buddha, the flower and bird markets, lunching in Stanley overlooking the South China Sea.

Cost:
TBA Includes 4 star accommodation on Hong Kong Island, 2 tutors for assistance and critique, breakfast each day, 3 lunches, all entry fees and transfers to nominated activities. LAND based content only. Airfares and airport transfers are not included.

Max of 8.

View more: Chinese New Year Hong Kong Photo Tour


Vanuatu Tour
Date & Time
Availability
May 2010
2nd-8th May 2010
Yes

Vanuatu Island Photography Tour

On Efate Island we will stay in luxury accommodation, tour the capital Port Vila, treasure hunt in the markets, view the amazing Mele Cascades, the Secret Garden, beautiful beaches as well as snorkel with brilliant reef fish and corals and take an around island tour as well as hone our photography skills.

View more details at: Vanuatu Island Photography Tour

"I had a sensational time and I have got to say I learnt more over the last week about my camera than I have since I got it at Christmas.

Thank you so much Nick for all your knowledge and skill it was just amazing to watch and listen to the amount of expertise you have.

I really noticed how much I am “thinking" about my shots now- in terms of ISO, DOF, white balance etc.

Nick you went out of your way to ensure that everyone and everything was going to plan and that everyone was comfortable and I really appreciate that. I will certainly be joining you for more workshops!"
From Emma

 

Don't forget if you want something particular just ask - there is sure to be someone else who would like that subject and as the class sizes are kept small, we will try and accommodate you. Registration and receipt of place is essential as numbers are limited. We want the workshops to continue to be very personalised so that you may gain the maximum from the workshops. Remember we do need you to book your place and after you book you receive a registration form. Once we receive this back with payment to secure your position then you are booked. Read the Bluedog Terms and Conditions for Workshops and Retreats.

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