Smartphone Photography Class

Learn how to take quality photos with your smartphone



2.5 hours Class size 1 to 10

label $90 - $109 (or 4 payments of $22.50 - $27.25 Afterpay)
($109 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $99 for 2 guests, $95 for 3 guests, $90 for 4+ guests. $150 per class surcharge applies for private classes)

Unleash your smartphone camera's full potential and develop your photography skills in a fun and practical, hands-on class.

Enjoy a walking tour and hands-on learning experience in the photogenic area of The Rocks and its surroundings. You'll cover iconic Sydney landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

You'll be coached to discover and develop your personal creative and artistic style, drawing from your personal background and personality. Additionally, you'll learn about the technical aspects of photography:

Class overview:

  • Learn about composition
  • Hands-on challenges to put theory into practice.
  • Control your shutter speed and ISO
  • Get constructive one-on-one feedback on your photos, so you keep getting better
  • Learn about and practice travel photography (street portraits, architecture, still life, abstract, landscapes, nature)
  • Learn to edit easily with your phone, and achieve amazing images

This class is approximately split into 60% learning about shooting, and 40% learning about editing.

For locals, see your city through a new artistic lens. For visitors and tourists, discover some of Sydney's most iconic spots for architecture and scenery.

This class will proceed regardless of the weather as there are indoor areas to use. Suitable for all smartphones (Apple, Samsung and others).

Your Sydney teacher will be either:
  • Chris L Jones - an advertising, editorial and commercial photographer based in Sydney, Australia. He has worked with a wide range of clients and would describe himself as a lifestyle, people, food, travel and occasional art photographer.
  • Or Alfonso Calero - Alfonso graduated from the Sydney Institute of Technology with an Associate Diploma in Photography in 2001 and has been professionally photographing food, portraits, landscapes and travel subjects ever since. He has won numerous photography awards, and speaks English, Japanese, Spanish and Tagalog.

If you are booking for a minor (under 16 years of age) to attend, they must be accompanied by a paying adult

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 2 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we'll cancel the class; in this case we'll inform you and allow you to get a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.
If you'd like a private class, please see details and book it here


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Save $20 when you book with a friend

Knowledge required
None. Perfect for beginners
 
What to bring
Your smartphone camera, and an umbrella if it looks rainy. Make sure your smartphone is fully charged, and has plenty of space to store new photos!

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as are sunscreen and sunglasses on sunnier days.
Location

cnr mills and kendall lane The Rocks NSW (varies by date; click the date selector to see details)

Smartphone Photography Class location
Your teacher
Alfonso's Photography Tours
Alfonso's Photography Tours

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Alfonso's Photography tours was founded by Alfonso Calero, a multi-award winning photographer with over 20 years' experience. He's recruited some of Australia's best photographers and teachers to provide you with informative, fun and inspiring photography experiences.

Alfonso's team provides regular photography classes where you can gain some new skills and knowledge, discover your artistic style, and also discover (or rediscover) Australia's beautiful cities. They also provide custom photography courses on request.

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FAQ
Do you have to be a certain age to do this?
Sam

No age limit as long as you can walk with a basic level of fitness.

*Can minors under 16 years of age join the workshop?*

Minors (From 8-15 years) must be accompanied by an adult unless written
consent is given before hand (12-15 years).

Minors and adults are charged at the same price.

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