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Beginners Digital SLR or Mirrorless Photography Courses in Sydney
This beginner photography course is run on various Saturday afternoons in Sydney throughout the year.
RUN DURING DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME : 1pm to 5pm
& FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE YEAR : 12pm to 4pm
Designed as an ideal introduction to the exciting world of digital photography, a perfect refresher course, or simply an opportunity to get out and practice under the guidance of a working pro photographer.
In this 4 hour workshop your tutor will take you to better known and also some hidden photographic locations around Sydney. You will learn what all of the different shooting modes of your camera are used for and how they can be applied to essential photographic techniques. Starting at the very beginning, we introduce you to your camera, lenses and other essential items that comprise a good photographic kit.
This workshop then logically progresses to giving you an understanding of the operation of your camera in manual mode where you will gain true creative control.
We will stimulate your creative eye by introducing you to simple compositional techniques as well as developing an understanding of working with various lighting conditions, a main key of photography. We will help you to develop the ability to pre-visualise a photograph and create some amazing images of sights around Sydney.
NOT SUITABLE FOR COMPACT CAMERAS WITHOUT FULL MANUAL CAPABILITY.
Basic overview of some of the topics:
- Understanding your camera
- Introduction to the kit
- Lens selection if you have more than one
- Shooting modes explained
- Focus techniques
- Aperture & Shutter Priority
- Controlling colour
- ISO
- Developing the photographic ‘eye’
- Understanding & working with light
- Portrait & landscape techniques
- Compositional tips
- Controlling exposure
- Shooting in manual mode
This workshop is $150 for 4hrs Tuition
Your fee includes the following:
- 4 hours tuition with an award winning professional photographer
THIS WORKSHOP STARTS ON THE FORECOURT OF CUSTOMS HOUSE AT CIRCULAR QUAY. MAP AND DIRECTIONS WILL BE SUPPLIED UPON CONFIRMATION OF BOOKING.
No prior photography knowledge is needed for this photography course.
Not suitable for compact cameras without full manual mode.
PLEASE NOTE: This workshop runs for 4 hours and you will be walking and standing. An appropriate amount of fitness is required.
You will need:
- Your Camera(s)
- Any lenses you have that you would like to experiment with
- Lens Hood (if you have one)
- Memory Card(s)
- Any camera accessories you may have
- Fully charged camera battery and spare if you have one
- Your cameras manual – for referencing those hard to find features
- Dress casual & comfortable with sensible shoes (you may get a little dirty at some locations)
* A final weather check will be conducted with the Bureau of Meteorology on the morning of your workshop. This may lead to the workshop being postponed in cases of unfavourable weather reports. We may run in cases of light showers but not in persistent showers or heavy rain. Should we need to postpone you will be notified via text message to the mobile number supplied to us.
* Images by Tutor Glenn Lockitch taken during the actual workshop.
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Such a genuine facility to learn and grow as a photographer. I’ve attended a couple of Daniel’s workshops now, as well as private tuition; and will continue to do so!
Wendy (the studios first point of contact) is lovely - always willing to assist with any questions/queries you may have.
I have learnt so much from both the Beginners Workshop and the Adobe Lightroom Courses that my photographic skills continue to develop. I highly recommend SPW courses for those wishing to take their photography to the next level and beyond. Thanks Daniel and Wendy for such well run, value for money courses!
From the very first day, I could feel the professionalism of the course organization and the genuine passion the instructors have for sharing their knowledge. The atmosphere in the classroom was warm and welcoming, yet structured and highly engaging — every session was both inspiring and productive.
I especially want to thank Daniel — he is a true professional and an amazing mentor. He has the gift of explaining even the most complex technical concepts in a clear and simple way, always demonstrates everything in practice, patiently answers every question, and gives continuous support. Thanks to his guidance, I finally learned how to master my camera settings, confidently shoot in manual mode, and see light and composition from a completely new perspective.
For me, these workshops were more than just lessons — they were a source of inspiration. I started seeing photography differently, noticing details I never paid attention to before, and most importantly — I gained confidence in myself.
Thank you so much to Daniel and the Sydney Photographic Workshop for the knowledge, encouragement, and the amazing atmosphere! I truly feel I’ve taken a huge step forward and can now continue growing as a photographer with confidence.
I highly recommend these workshops to anyone who wants to unlock their creative potential and truly enjoy the learning process! 📸
Daniel is extremely talented, knowledgeable and passionate about photography and sharing this with others. Many thanks to him and Wendy. I will be back for more lessons soon.
During the course, I had both Daniel and Glenn as instructors. They are both highly qualified photographers and have heaps of patience for us "newbies". They ensured that everyone in the class understood the discussion points and were able to simplify the mechanics into meaningful concepts.
I highly recommend this course!
Daniel's clear and engaging style made complex lighting concepts easy to grasp. He explained not just how to use flash, but why it works, which really helped my understanding.
The workshop was also fun and supportive, with plenty of real-time practice.I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to improve their flash photography skills.
I'm so glad I did. The course was fantastic -- starting with the very basics of camera functionality and building up our skills and knowledge week by week so we could use our cameras to their full capability.
By the end of the course I was happily shooting in manual mode, and taking some great photos. A particular highlight was taking photos of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge at night at the end of the field trip.
Our tutor, Glenn, is a highly skilled instructor, and his passion for photography and the history of photography really shone through.
I would totally recommend this course to anyone, and have already signed up to two other workshops!
The weekly evening classes were a perfect way to balance my busy work schedule and became something I genuinely looked forward to. Thanks to Dan, I now feel more confident behind the camera and excited to continue practicing!
I highly recommend this class to anyone looking to learn photography in a fun, engaging, and supportive environment—it's a fantastic way to build your skills and confidence! And Wendy is also amazing in helping you answer any queries relating to different courses available.
the best! 📸
Wendy also deserves a special mention for her excellent work behind the scenes. She made sure the class ran smoothly and was always warm and approachable when it came to administrative matters.
Over the 8 weeks, I learned so much and gained confidence in my photography skills. I'm already planning to return for more courses in the future. I highly recommend Sydney Photographic Workshops to anyone looking to learn or advance their skills in photography!
My tutor for the 8-week course was John Janson-Moore. John holds a Doctorate in Creative Arts which speaks for itself. Most importantly though for most students, in addition to being highly academically qualified, he is extremely approachable and an exceptionally good instructor. If you get John as your tutor, you are perfectly positioned to get the most out of the 8 weeks you spend with SPW.
For my lightroom course I was indeed fortunate to be in the extremely capable hands of Daniel Linnet who is not only a master photographer but is the principal tutor and, alongside his wife Wendy, the owner of SPW. When you sit in Daniels class it becomes immediately apparent that you are being taught by someone who is highly skilled and who absolutely knows what they're talking about. Daniels classes were full of relevant and interesting tips and tricks for creating a solid system for storing work product and editing images to bring out their best. Some of my best edits have been as a result of the techniques I learnt from Daniel during this course.
Daniel and Wendy are friendly and approachable learning hosts, and I cannot recommend Sydney Photographic Workshops strongly enough as a fantastic place to both consolidate your existing photographic knowledge and to learn new and industry relevant techniques that will make you a better photographer and editor. Thankyou Daniel, Wendy and John for my exceptional learning experiences! I'm looking forward to my next workshop which will be in the very near future!! SPW Rocks!!
If you want to get expert tuition as a beginner or even an experienced photographer, this is the place to enrol in.
Thank you for an enjoyable 2 hours, it went far to quick.
Andy.
Also, I wish to mention their flexible approach. They strive to bring value to every participant. With my inevitable travel, Wendy was very accomodating, and I managed to complete the entire course.
Not just the immense photography knowledge that they love to share, but also their amiable personality really makes you want to cover 100% of the course, never to miss any class!
Thank you, Daniel and Wendy!!!
I strongly recommend this course who wish to learn photography!!!
Terrific street photography session with Glenn. I picked up quite a few new techniques while also capturing some great shots. And it was a lot of fun!
Daniel, my instructor, was absolutely exceptional in teaching me the finer points of video and still photography using my Nikon D850 and D610 cameras.
Daniel's expertise and passion for photography shone through in every aspect of the tutorial.
He had an incredible knack for breaking down complex concepts into easily understandable lessons.
Whether it was mastering video techniques or capturing stunning stills, he provided clear guidance and hands-on training that boosted my confidence behind the lens.
What truly sets his tutorial apart is the personalized attention and tailored approach. Daniel took the time to understand my skill level and specific needs, ensuring that I got the most out of his teaching.
I left with a deeper understanding of my camera's capabilities and a newfound enthusiasm for photography.
If you're looking to enhance your photography skills, whether you're a beginner or an experienced photographer, I wholeheartedly recommend Sydney Photographic Workshops.
Daniel's exceptional instruction and the workshop's supportive atmosphere make it a top choice for photography education.
Side note: If you take on this course, do not be discouraged by the first two to three weeks of content. I never thought I was going to get my head around ISO, Aperture and Shutter Speed but by about week four, it clicked for me and I'm sure it will for you too!
Daniel's training was well adapted to our levels of expertise - he clearly knows a lot about photography but was able to teach that in a way which imparted that knowledge to us as novices. We can both say we learnt heaps, but we will go back for another session to round that out after a bit more practice with the cameras.
I can recommend Sydney Photographic Workshops no matter your level of photography knowledge.
Small groups and Daniel Linet is an excellent teacher, patient and very generous with his time. Field trip was a bonus putting knowledge into practice with Daniel giving us some Pro Tips. Looking forward to attending more workshops in the future to further my skills.
Great environment, most conducive to a learning experience.
Daniel was professional, kind, helpful and extremely patient.
I have no doubt that if I have a problem I would be able to phone Daniel and that he would help.
I will go back if I have the need to upgrade my knowledge further.
different perspective, more clearer as you dive deep into photography", which for me is proving to be true!
So, if you have decided to take upon this magnificent machine "Camera" and want to learn on how to use it to capture the world we are living in presently than I would highly recommend Sydney photographic workshops.
"A note: Do not miss the field trip!!!!"




















