Landscape Wildlife Photography
Sunday 26 April
Coombabah Lakelands - 3pm - 2 Hours
Evelina Cardone
It can be a lot of fun to photograph the great outdoors with scenic vistas and amazing wildlife. In this meetup, we'll review the basic camera settings, focusing on the best settings for landscapes. We'll discuss some of the techniques you can use in your landscape and wildlife photography. Then we'll put your new knowledge to work with some fun and challenging exercises.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 09 May
Benowa - 2:30pm - 3 Hours
Evelina Cardone
Ready to take control of your camera and move beyond automatic mode?Join us for a hands-on beginner photography workshop set in the stunning Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens. This beautiful location is perfect for learning the basics of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO, and seeing firsthand how these settings affect your photos.During the session, youll explore a variety of photography opportunities--Scenic landscapes along the lakes, boardwalk, and charming garden bridges and pathways- Nature and wildlife, from birds and black swans to unique plants and flowers- Close-up details in the Sensory and Rose Gardens- Creative compositions with textured bark, reflections, and playful shadows- We start at 3 pm, giving us time for a short theory session before heading out. This timing is perfect because, as the golden hour approaches, the gardens are bathed in soft, warm light, making every scene, from reflections on the lake to the vibrant foliage, even more magical and photogenic.With guidance from a professional photographer, youll learn how to see and capture light, colour, and composition, then put your new skills into practice around the gardens. This workshop is perfect for unlocking your creative eye and making the most of every shot.
Beginner's Crochet Class
Sunday 17 May
Helensvale - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Victoria Cooper
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more confidence with the basics, this is the class for you. We'll cover all the fundamentals in a relaxed, supportive environment over 3 hours.
Urban Street Art Photography Walk
Saturday 23 May
Burleigh / Miami area, Gold Coast - 3:30pm - 2 Hours
Evelina Cardone
Street art photography is about using the city as a dynamic backdrop to create strong, visually engaging images. We'll work with murals, graffiti, and urban installations as subjects, using them to explore light, composition, and storytelling in real-world settings.
In this hands-on workshop, you'll walk through urban spaces and focus on improving your photography skills in real situations. You'll learn how to create stronger compositions, use natural light effectively, and make more intentional image choices.
We'll explore practical techniques such as framing within the frame, using shadows and contrast, blending subjects into the environment, and finding small details that strengthen your images.
Perfect for photographers of all levels who want to sharpen their eye, improve composition, and create more compelling urban photographs.
Capturing Light Trails Photography Workshop
Sunday 31 May
Oracle Boulevard - 6:30pm - 2 Hours
Evelina Cardone
Explore how to turn movement and light into creative night images.
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to capture light trails, motion blur, and long exposure effects in an urban setting. We'll cover simple camera settings, tripod use, and how to compose for moving light to create dynamic, expressive photos.
Perfect for photographers of all levels who want to experiment with creative motion and low-light photography.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 13 June
Benowa - 2pm - 3 Hours
Evelina Cardone
Ready to take control of your camera and move beyond automatic mode?Join us for a hands-on beginner photography workshop set in the stunning Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens. This beautiful location is perfect for learning the basics of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO, and seeing firsthand how these settings affect your photos.During the session, youll explore a variety of photography opportunities--Scenic landscapes along the lakes, boardwalk, and charming garden bridges and pathways- Nature and wildlife, from birds and black swans to unique plants and flowers- Close-up details in the Sensory and Rose Gardens- Creative compositions with textured bark, reflections, and playful shadows- We start at 3 pm, giving us time for a short theory session before heading out. This timing is perfect because, as the golden hour approaches, the gardens are bathed in soft, warm light, making every scene, from reflections on the lake to the vibrant foliage, even more magical and photogenic.With guidance from a professional photographer, youll learn how to see and capture light, colour, and composition, then put your new skills into practice around the gardens. This workshop is perfect for unlocking your creative eye and making the most of every shot.
