School Holiday Camps for Kids

Are you looking for something to help your child’s imagination and creativity grow? Why not enroll your child into one of our Online Photography Camp for Kids?

Available for kids in Australia and the USA. Choose a camp that suits you.

Introduction to Creative Photography

During this 1 week introductory camp your child will not only learn about photography, but we will also learn how to find the extraordinary in our everyday. And at a time like this, that is an important skill. By the end of this class they will understand the basics in lighting, composition and location to shoot really COOL images. This camp is suitable for an iPhone (or any smart phone) to Digital SLR. This camp is for 4th-8th students (9-14) as kids do need to be able to work independently.

How does the On-Line Photography Camp Work? Each day we will meet for a 60 minute secure Zoom learning session. Students will be given an assignment after each class. Selected students will share their assignments with the other campers at our next Zoom session. Everyone will have the opportunity to receive feedback from their instructor.

Day 1: We will be learning about the history of photography and cameras. The students will get an appreciation for how easy photography has become in our digital world. We will also learn about a photographer’s tool kit. Students will start with the the basics to creating a great image and seeing the world around them in a new way.

Day 2: Your kids will learn how to train their creative eye. It’s all about how we see the world! Bonus Topic: Learn how to make your subject bigger than life.

Day 3: Your kids will learn how to find the best light for their images. And if they can’t find it, they will learn how to make it. Parents will love these tips too. Bonus Topic: The Art of Silhouettes.

Day 4: We will learn top composition rules. All things that can make or break their images. We will also dive into how to tell a story with a single image. Wait to you see what they can create after just 4 days.

Day 5: Our last day of camp will A Virtual Photography Exhibit. Family and friends are invited to attend this final session to see the kid’s amazing work. This session will have some more photo tips the entire family will enjoy. Including Basic Editing and finding fun & creative ideas for image making. Gather all those paper rolls, you will find a new use for them!

What is not covered: Digital SLR cameras can be used, however this class will not be covering topics such as ISO, Aperture or Shutter Speed.

Thank you so much… the Photography Camp has been ABSOLUTELY brilliant. I love how you broke it down into bite-sized parts for them and had them experiment with a specific new skill every class. The whole family loved seeing how creatively our daughter approached each new challenge. I also loved how you shared your own examples and told them the back story from a photographer’s perspective - including the things that went wrong / didn’t go to plan. It showed how much hard work is involved in creating a so-called “perfect" image

Hi Gray, I just like to say thanks so much for teaching me and others photography! I enjoyed it so much! You inspired me to be a photographer in the future! Thanks Again, Asha

Thanks so much for hosting this camp! I had a lot of fun and learned so much this past week! - Catherine 16

Thank you again - the course has been ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!”

AUSTRALIA
Camp Schedule

2022 Camps TO BE ANNOUNCED.

Cost: AUS $135 per child, AUS$75 for second child in same family The camp will be limited to 10 children.

Includes:

  • 5 Zoom Learning Sessions

  • 4 At Home Hands on Assignments with feedback

  • End of Camp Virtual Photography Exhibit

  • Minimal Parent Participation Required

  • Plus Extra Learning session for kids who can’t get enough

USA
Camp Schedule

2022 Camps TO BE ANNOUNCED

Cost: US$90 per child, US$50 for second child in same family. The camp will be limited to 8 children.

Includes:

  • 5 Zoom Learning Sessions

  • 4 At Home Hands on Assignments with feedback

  • End of Camp Virtual Photography Exhibit

  • Minimal Parent Participation Required

  • Plus Extra Learning session for kids who can’t get enough

After School Camps for Kids

Are you looking for something to help your child’s imagination and creativity grow? Are your kids missing their after school activities? And can you use an hour to yourself a couple of times a week to get a few things done?

Why not enroll your child into

Introduction to Creative Photography

During this 3 week introductory camp your child will not only learn about photography, but we will also learn how to find the extraordinary in our everyday. And at a time like this, that is an important skill. By the end of this class they will understand the basics in lighting, composition and location to shoot really COOL images. This camp is suitable for an iPhone (or any smart phone) to Digital SLR. This camp is for Grade 4-7 students as kids do need to be able to work independently.

How does the On-Line Photography Camp Work? Each week we will meet 2 times for a 45 minute secure Zoom learning session. Students will be given an assignment after each class. Selected students will share their assignments with the other campers at our next Zoom session. Everyone will have the opportunity to receive feedback from their instructor.

Week 1: We will be learning about the history of photography and cameras. The students will get an appreciation for how easy photography has become in our digital world. We will also learn about a photographer’s tool kit. Students will start with the the basics to creating a great image and seeing the world around them in a new way.

Week 2: Your kids will learn how to find the best light for their images. And if they can’t find it, they will learn how to make it. Parents will love these tips too. They will also learn top composition rules. All things that can make or break their images.

Week 3: Your kids will learn basic editing techniques and some fun creative ideas for image making. Gather all those paper rolls, we are going to use them! We will also dive into how to tell a story with a single image and a group of images. Wait to you see what they can create after this week.

Camp will end with a 7th session - A Virtual Photography Exhibit. Family and friends are invited to attend this final session to see the kid’s amazing work.

What is not covered: Digital SLR cameras can be used, however this class will not be covering topics such as ISO, Aperture or Shutter Speed.

Thank you so much… the Photography Camp has been ABSOLUTELY brilliant. I love how you broke it down into bite-sized parts for them and had them experiment with a specific new skill every class. The whole family loved seeing how creatively our daughter approached each new challenge. I also loved how you shared your own examples and told them the back story from a photographer’s perspective - including the things that went wrong / didn’t go to plan. It showed how much hard work is involved in creating a so-called “perfect" image.

Hi Gray, I just like to say thanks so much for teaching me and others photography! I enjoyed it so much! You inspired me to be a photographer in the future! Thanks Again, Asha

Thanks so much for hosting this camp! I had a lot of fun and learned so much this past week!  - Catherine 16

Thank you again - the course has been ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!

AUSTRALIA
Camp Schedule

2022 Camps to be announced.

Cost: AUS $125 per child, extra child in same family $65. The camp will be limited to 8 children.

Includes:

  • 6 Zoom Learning Sessions

  • 6 At Home Hands on Assignments with feedback

  • 1 End of Camp Virtual Photography Exhibit

  • Minimal Parent Participation Required

Advanced Photography For Kids & Teens

Advance to the next level

Taking beautiful, well composed, and thoughtfully executed photos has become a sought after skill. During Creative Photography for Kids, we discuss how we can control our environment to capture beautiful images. However, our camera was still in control.

In Advanced Photography for Kids & Teens … I will teach children how to take control of their camera to expand on their creativity in photography.

Photographing in manual mode can be really intimidating, especially when you don’t fully understand what aperture, ISO, and shutter speed are and how they work together. 

This class will teach children a fundamental understanding of shooting in semi manual modes and full manual mode. 

  • We will begin with understanding key camera settings and the meaning of exposure. 

  • We will start with a good understanding of Aperture and how we can use aperture to bring creativity to our images. We will learn how to use Aperture Priority Mode. 

  • Then we will get an understanding of Shutter Speed and how it can make or break our images. We will learn how to use your Shutter Priority Mode to capture moving objects without motion blur or do the opposite and show motion. 

  • Then we will learn all about ISO and how it impacts images. We will put together Aperture-Shutter Speed-ISO and learn how they all work together to achieve the image we are after. We will learn how to read our camera’s light meter and histograms. 

  • Finally we will discuss the do’s and don’t to cropping, how to set your white balance. 

  • We will look at how photographers get inspiration from the world around them and from fine art.

  • Our final project will be to create a storytelling movie using images with the tools you have learned during the week.

Numbers will be strictly limited to 6 kids as this is a more advanced topic and will require more individual attention to master the skills.

What is not covered: This class is to learn how to use a Digital SLR camera. If you are only using an smartphone, this class is not for you.

I would 10 out of 10 recommend Advance Photography! I loved learning about Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO, and Exposure. There is nothing I would change about the class, except to have more classes! Alex age 13

Thank you so much… the Photography Camp has been ABSOLUTELY brilliant. I love how you broke it down into bite-sized parts for them and had them experiment with a specific new skill every class. The whole family loved seeing how creatively our daughter approached each new challenge. I also loved how you shared your own examples and told them the back story from a photographer’s perspective - including the things that went wrong / didn’t go to plan. It showed how much hard work is involved in creating a so-called “perfect” image

AUSTRALIA
Camp Schedule

2022 Camps to be announced

Cost: AUS $155 per child, second child in family $90. The camp will be limited to six children.

Includes:

  • 5 Zoom Learning Sessions

  • 4 At Home Hands on Assignments with feedback

  • Handouts with Tips

  • Minimal Parent Participation Required

  • Limited to 6 Kids

USA
Camp Schedule

To be announced

Cost: US $105 per child, second child in family US$50. The camp will be limited to 10 children.

Includes:

  • 5 Zoom Learning Sessions

  • 4 At Home Hands on Assignments with feedback

  • Minimal Parent Participation Required

  • Limited to 6 Kids

Creative Photography for Tweens - PHOTOWALKS

Finding the Extraordinary in Your Everyday!

Are you looking for something to help your tween’s imagination and creativity grow?

Creative Photography for Tweens PHOTOWALK

During this 2hr in person Photo Walk, your child will not only learn about photography, but we will also learn how to find the extraordinary in our everyday. At a time like this, that is an important skill. By the end of this class they will understand the basics in camera angles, lighting, composition and location to shoot really COOL images.

This class is suitable for an iPhone (or any smart phone) to Digital SLR. This camp is for 4th-7th students (9-13) as kids do need to be able to work independently.

How Does the Photowalk work? We will meet at a designated park in Glen Iris Victoria. The tweens bring a photo taking device (smartphone, tablet, and/or camera). We mix the 2 hours with talks and practical exercises.

What is not covered: This class does not cover how to use a Digital SLR, thus this class will not be covering topics such as ISO, Aperture or Shutter Speed.

Time:

Next Photowalk: Saturday, February 19th 10:30-12:30, Glen Iris.
Or
Get yourself and 3 friends and schedule your own private photowalk!

Cost:

$75 per tween.

Love Your Smartphone Photos - For Adults

Get the most from your phone

Do you feel like your smartphone camera lets you down?  Do you dream of capturing amazing pictures of your children? Your pets? Maybe you need to capture images for your social media campaigns, personal or for work? Or maybe your just looking to pick up a new skill during ISO!

LOVE YOUR SMARTPHONE PHOTOS is the perfect workshop for people wanting to get the best out of their smartphones photos. 

Shhhh, I will teach you top tips we professional photographers use. Do you know most of us only traveled with our phones in 2019.

During this 2 hours Zoom class I will start by sharing with you the 3 secrets to improve your photography before you even get started. Why is Location and Composition so important? How can you make them both work for you? Light Light Light – does it really matter? Oh yes, it does! I will help you understand why and help you find it.

We will make sure your phone is set up to get the best images. Not a tech head? Don’t worry, I will walk you through it.

Finally I will show how angles really do impact your image. Did you know you can drop 10 kilos just by changing your angle? And you won’t leave this class without knowing my top selfie strategies.

Other topics that I will cover are: How to get a great lay flat, wow factor selfies, stunning silhouettes and some of my top favorite smartphone accessories and apps and a few more tips and tricks.

How does our class work? Just get yourself your favourite drink (depending of time of day), find a comfy place to sit and login to Zoom using the link I provide you. Sit back and get ready to conquer your smartphone camera!

What is not covered: This class does not cover how to use a Digital SLR, thus this class will not be covering topics such as ISO, Aperture or Shutter Speed.

Loved it! I am now inspired to get snapping! Thank you - Deb

If you are wanting to learn how to get the most out of your smartphone when it comes to photos, and you want to make your photos better, then check this class out! - Sam

AUSTRALIA
Course Schedule

Sunday, March 6th 2:00-4:00pm

Or, organise with your besties. A minimum of 4 needed. Call to organize.

Cost: AUS $75 per adult.

Includes:

  • 2hr In Person Session, Glen Iris

  • Reference Material to review after your class

USA
Course Schedule

TBA

Cost: US $40 per adult.

Includes:

  • 2hr Zoom Learning Sessions

  • Reference Material to review after your class