Film Making Sydney

AI Filmmakers - Fortnightly meetup

Informal chat in the meeting room on Level 3. Feel free to bring the laptop.

Film Trivia @ The Den (Dendy Cinemas)

$10 Mondays - Primetime (2026) + quick dinner before film

BOND shoot: Bond girl [Model pending] - City location - EVENING

Step into a world of espionage through a three-part fashion photography workshop in deconstructing an icon - James Bond 007 Re-imaginfe a cinematic icon through a fearless female lens. This isn’t your typical shoot — it’s a cinematic, high-fashion rebellion. **Reimagine. Redefine. Reload**. **PART II – The Conflicted** No damsels here — just depth and defiance.She picked the wrong side and has to get out.A twist on the classic Bond trope. This session focuses on storytelling through softness, power in emotion, and the fashion of survival. Early release and standard Tickets can only be purchased through [Eventbrite,](https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/summer-of-photography-4853995) [Humanitix](https://collections.humanitix.com/sydney-summer-of-photography-workshops) or the [website](https://printpixel.org/sydney-summer-festival-of-photography-workshops-home/) \*\*Who it’s for:\*\*Photographers and creatives looking to push boundaries within their portfolios and social feeds thus elevating their visual narratives. Please note, the model is subject to change. **Refunds are provided in the event of cancellation due to weather or unforeseen circumstances**

SSP TUE - CITY LIGHT & SHADOWS IN MONOCHROME : Kings Cross

Explore the light, shadows, architecture and street life of Kings Cross, Potts Point and Elizabeth Bay on a monochrome photography walk following the City of Sydney’s “Passion: Sydney’s Wild Side” cultural route.(see Photos for details) Coffee before the walk and an optional group pub lunch afterwards. **First meeting point:** For those who like coffee, from 10:00 am **Uliveto Café** Location: Bayswater Road, Kings Cross, close to Kings Cross Station **Second meeting point** (Walk starting point): The Coca-Cola Sign, at 10:30 am **Group lunch** Lunch time: Approximately 12:00–12:15 pm Location: **Kings Cross Hotel,** Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross **Photography theme: City Light and Shadows** During this walk, look for: **Pools of light:** Wait for a person to walk through a brightly lit section of pavement while the surrounding area remains in shadow. ↳ **Silhouettes:** Photograph people against bright walls, windows, the sky or reflective surfaces. Exposure compensation may help preserve the highlights and turn the person into a strong graphic shape. **Layers and framing:** Use doorways, railings, stairways, tree branches and architectural openings to divide the frame or surround your subject. **Human gestures:** Street photography can include people as important subjects. Look for an expressive stride, a conversation, an unusual interaction, a moment of solitude or a figure whose position completes the composition. ↳ **Tonal contrast:** Search for scenes containing very bright and very dark areas. In monochrome photography, separation between tones can be more important than the original colours. **Textures and traces of history:** Weathered walls, stone steps, iron fences, old façades, signs and pavement details can communicate the character of the neighbourhood. **Suggested shooting areas** **The Cross and Darlinghurst Road** The walk begins amid the visual intensity of Kings Cross. Look for shopfront reflections, signs, traffic, pedestrians emerging from the station and contrasts between older façades and contemporary street life. This is a good place to practise **layered compositions**. Rather than photographing one person against an empty background, try combining foreground reflections, a middle-distance subject and architectural detail farther away.↳ A slower shutter speed can introduce movement into passing pedestrians or vehicles, while a faster shutter speed can isolate gestures and brief interactions. **Victoria Street and 202 Victoria Street** As we move away from the commercial centre, the visual rhythm changes. Terraces, apartment entrances, balconies, fences and trees create repeated lines and alternating patches of light and shade. Look for people entering and leaving buildings, figures partially hidden by trees, and subjects framed by gates or doorways. In monochrome, small differences in texture—paint, brick, stone, foliage and clothing—can become important. **Butler Stairs and McElhone Stairs** The stairways are among the strongest locations for our theme. Steps, handrails and retaining walls naturally produce leading lines, repeating geometry and deep shadows. Try photographing: \*a single person ascending or descending the stairs * shadows cast across the steps \*a figure positioned between railings↳ * a high-angle or low-angle composition \*the contrast between a sunlit landing and a darker staircase Be considerate here, as the stairs are public access routes. Keep camera bags close and leave space for residents and pedestrians. **Embarkation Park** The park provides a visual transition from the dense streetscape to a more open environment. Trees can create broken or dappled shadows across paths, walls and people. Look for small figures within larger compositions and relationships between people, foliage, surrounding buildings and open sky. This can be an opportunity to make quieter photographs rather than concentrating only on dramatic contrast. **St Vincent’s College, Challis Avenue and surrounding streets** The institutional architecture, mature trees and residential streets offer strong vertical lines, formal façades and framed views. Challis Avenue may provide opportunities to photograph café activity, local residents, deliveries and everyday interactions. Watch for people passing between sun and shade or appearing briefly between parked cars, trees and building entrances. **Yellow House** Around Yellow House, consider the relationship between the neighbourhood’s artistic history and its present-day appearance. Instead of making only a straightforward record of the building, look for fragments, details, reflections and human activity nearby.↳ A person walking past an unusual façade can give the image scale and turn an architectural photograph into a street photograph. **Elizabeth Bay House and nearby streets** This section introduces more formal heritage architecture and landscaped surroundings. Columns, gates, windows, paths and symmetrical elements can be used as compositional frameworks. Try waiting for a person to enter a carefully arranged architectural composition. The human subject does not need to dominate the frame; a small figure can provide scale, contrast and narrative. **Kingsclere, Tusculum and Wayside Chapel** These locations bring together different layers of the area’s architectural and social character. Look for contrasts between grand buildings and ordinary street activity. At Wayside Chapel and the surrounding streets, approach photography with particular sensitivity and respect. Do not photograph people who may be vulnerable or experiencing distress merely for visual effect.↳ Strong street photography is not only visually interesting—it should also recognise the dignity of the people being photographed. **Orwell Street and Llankelly Place** This area offers narrow streets, pedestrian movement, café activity and changing light between buildings. It may be one of the best locations for using shop windows and reflections. Experiment with: * photographing through glass \*combining reflections with people inside or outside * waiting for several figures to occupy different parts of the frame \*underexposing slightly to preserve bright highlights * using narrow passages to create depth **Fitzroy Gardens and Darlinghurst Road** Near the end of the walk, Fitzroy Gardens provides opportunities for candid moments involving people sitting, walking, talking or moving between the trees and surrounding streets.↳ As we return to Darlinghurst Road, the busier environment gives us another chance to work with pedestrians, signs, traffic and strong graphic contrasts. Consider how your photographs from the end of the route differ from those taken at the beginning.

SSP WED - Northside Photography Chat

Meet for chat over a drink and snack or dinner. Tonight, if you are in the mood, we can discuss camera setup, technique, editing images or photo critique. If you wish to discuss any aspects of your camera or photography technique, please bring the manual and your camera. You may bring your laptop with your editing software installed & I will bring a laptop with Lightroom Classic installed. We can discuss any aspect of editing your images. Most image editors are similar, so even if using a different editor, the techniques are similar, mainly due to the menu system. Feel free to bring image(s) on a usb stick, SD, microSD memory card or an iPhone that supports Airdrop. Using Lightroom we can work on extracting the story of the image. If you want photo critique, pls bring print, or full size images, preferably not resized, on a usb stick, SD, microSD memory card or an iPhone that supports Airdrop. Please do not ask for a critique on images displayed on a mobile phone, too small a display to be critical. More info on the venue here chatswoodrsl.com.au Plenty of free parking available nearby as well as the bus stop at the door or metro & rail just 50m away.

Online Photography - The letter S

**Canceled ** November syd<video> - Last one for 2026

\*\*\*UPDATE TO NOVEMBER EVENT\*\*\* Unfortunately, we’re very sorry to announce that we need to cancel the November Sydney Video Meetup. Following recent announcements, Canva has temporarily closed access to Canva Space, and unfortunately we haven’t been able to secure an alternative venue at such short notice. We’re genuinely sorry for the change of plans and any inconvenience this may cause. We were really looking forward to seeing everyone. We’ll regroup and look at bringing the meetup back in 2027. Thanks for your understanding and continued support! All the best, Jeremy, Adrian, Grégoire and Amy

Newtown Sunset street style with Ruby - WEEKDAY

**Step back in time and capture the spirit of 1970s Los Angeles — right in the heart of Newtown** Join us for a golden hour photography workshop set against the eclectic backdrop of King Street. Think warm flares, soft pastel skies, retro fashion, and cinematic moments dripping in nostalgia. We’ll channel the hazy glamour of vintage LA — from sunlit sidewalks to neon storefronts — as we photograph a styled model dressed in era-inspired looks that echo icons like Farrah Fawcett, Pam Grier, and Dennis Hopper. Early release and standard Tickets can only be purchased through [Eventbrite,](https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/summer-of-photography-4853995) [Humanitix](https://collections.humanitix.com/sydney-summer-of-photography-workshops) or the [website](https://printpixel.org/sydney-summer-festival-of-photography-workshops-home/) Whether you’re shooting film or digital, this workshop is all about colour, character, and chasing that perfect shot as we progress towards a golden hour session through Newtown’s vibrant streets with a professionally styled model in 70s-inspired fashion, Bring your camera, your creativity, and your love for retro cool. **Equipment included:** Godox trigger (Sony, Nikon, Canon, Fuji) 3 x Godox speedlights lighting stands, brackets, diffuser Reflectors: Gold & Silver Diffuser **What to bring:** Fully charged battery and SD card, a speedlight/flash if you have one #### In the event of wild weather or if the model cannot work, a full refund or credit will be provided.

CBD Eyewear at Sunset shoot with Phoebe

**Step into the world of high-fashion photography with a unique focus on eyewear at sunset.** Join us for an immersive workshop designed to elevate your skills in capturing the perfect blend of style, sophistication, and storytelling through the lens as we walk from Town Hall to Darling harboar as the sun sets. Early release and standard Tickets can only be purchased through [Eventbrite,](https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/summer-of-photography-4853995) [Humanitix](https://collections.humanitix.com/sydney-summer-of-photography-workshops) or the [website](https://printpixel.org/sydney-summer-festival-of-photography-workshops-home/) Whether you’re an aspiring fashion photographer, a seasoned professional looking to refine your niche, or a creative enthusiast eager to explore new techniques, this workshop is your gateway to mastering the art of eyewear photography. Delve into the intricate dynamics of showcasing eyewear as a statement piece in editorial and commercial photography. Set against Sydney’s vibrant city backdrop, the workshop combines hands-on sessions with a professional model and on-location shoots. \* The two workshops inFebruary are morning shoots. This exclusive workshop also provides insights into the trends and demands of the eyewear market, helping you align your portfolio with industry expectations. Leave with a portfolio-ready collection and the confidence to make your mark in the world of fashion photography. **Equipment:** * Godox trigger (Sony, Nikon, Canon, Fuji) * 3 x Godox speedlights * lighting stands, brackets, diffuser * Reflectors: Gold & Silver Diffuser #### In the event of rainy weather or if the model cannot work, a full refund or credit will be provided.

Bond Style - 007 Agent shoot with [Model pending] - MORNING

This isn’t your typical shoot — it’s a cinematic, high-fashion rebellion. **Reimagine. Redefine. Reload.** **Part one: Agent** She doesn’t play by the rules — she rewrites them. In this session, we channel the power, precision, and poise of a female 007. Think tailored suits, sultry lighting, and mission-ready glam. A masterclass in capturing strength and sophistication. Early release and standard Tickets can only be purchased through [Eventbrite,](https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/summer-of-photography-4853995) [Humanitix](https://collections.humanitix.com/sydney-summer-of-photography-workshops) or the [website](https://printpixel.org/sydney-summer-festival-of-photography-workshops-home/) **Equipment included:** * Godox trigger (Sony, Nikon, Canon, Fuji) * 3 x Godox speedlights * lighting stands, brackets, diffuser * Reflectors: Gold & Silver Diffuser **What to bring:** Fully charged battery and SD card, a speedlight/flash if you have one #### In the event of wild weather or if the model cannot work, a full refund or credit will be provided.

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