Diamonds Camera Expo - Big Lens Day - Camera Workshops and Seminars

(Friday 16th August 2024)

9:15am-10:15am – Hotel Richmond L2 Balcony Room // Travel Photography with Sony Photographer Colin Pearce

This travel photography talk will discuss choices of travel types (photography tours, group tours, trekking and independent travel), camera equipment and lens choices, airline considerations, settings, numerous tips and tricks, the need and options for backup of your photos and equipment, plus inspirational, award-winning travel photos from such places as Everest, New Zealand, Asia, Europe, Africa, the Americas and the Antarctic. Photos from the travels include wild animals, landscapes, astrophotography, candid portraiture, street photography, architectural photography, sunrises, sunsets, fun souvenir photos and challenges.

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(Friday 16th August 2024)
11:15am - 12:15pm - Hotel Richmond L2 BoardRoom / // Landscape Astrophotography Tracked Panorama Techniques with Will Godward

Join award-winning astrophotographer and Skywatcher Australia’s National Sales Manager Will Godward for a masterclass designed to enhance your astrophotography skills. Listen to an in-depth talk on using Star Trackers and the advantages of applying this technique to your photography workflow. Will will explain his key tips and secrets for capturing the holy grail of landscape astrophotography Multi-Layer Tracked Panoramas. Don’t miss this great opportunity.

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(Friday 16th August 2024)
10:45am-12:15pm - Hotel Richmond L2 Balcony Room // Wildlife Photographey Masterclass with Jay Collier.

Join Jay Collier from Maxxum and The Photography Workshop Co for a 90-minute wildlife photography masterclass.

This workshop is well suited for all guests who are attending the Diamonds Monarto Zoo event as well as anyone looking to better their understanding of wildlife photography.

Jay has worked all across Africa as well as Antarctica, South America and Australia, with his work appearing in many major publications worldwide.

With over 20 years of experience as a professional wildlife photographer, Jay has also worked for major camera companies including Canon and Nikon, and will be presenting the key learnings from his career on what it takes to better your wildlife photography.

Jay will share his top tips around gear, settings, travel advice with gear, backing up images, using and understanding light, composition, mastering motion panning using ND filters, encouraging adding video to your skill set, and tips around working in the field to elevate your wildlife photography to the next level.

Following the presentation Jay will be available for a Q&A back at Diamonds to help you with your choices in gear for wildlife photography from Haida, Benro, Shimoda, Tenba, Samyang, Jupio, ProGrade as well as any questions on wildlife photography.

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(Friday 16th August 2024)
11:15am - 12:15pm -  Hotel Richmond L2 BoardRoom // Intro to EOS R with Colin Lucas from CPS. 

Join Colin Lucas for an in-depth discussion on all things Canon. Come armed with questions in this unique opportunity to learn from a Canon Pro Services team member. 

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(Friday 16th August 2024)

12:30pm - 1:30pm - Hotel Richmond L2 BoardRoom / // - ‘The power of in-camera computational photography’ With Aaron Harivel 

Join Aaron from OM SYSTEM to see what the latest in-camera technology can do for your photography.

We will discuss and display how the latest cutting-edge technologies can benefit you, with digitally controlled Graduated ND filters, Focus Stacking, Live ND filters, pixel-shifting High-Resolution Images and AI Auto Focus can assist you in capturing images in-camera like never before.

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(Friday 16th August 2024)

1:00pm - 2:00pm - Hotel Richmond L2 Balcony Room // FORMULA ONE with Denis Smith

Combining the magic of light painting and Formula One was an experience of a life time for Denis Smith. At this talk Denis will cover all aspects of this epic photography experience, he will take you behind the scenes and share invaluable insights.

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(Friday 16th August 2024)

2:00pm - 3:00pm -  Hotel Richmond L2 BoardRoom // Intro to EOS R with Colin Lucas from CPS. 

Join Colin Lucas for an in-depth discussion on all things Canon. Come armed with questions in this unique opportunity to learn from a Canon Pro Services team member. 

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2:00pm - 3:00pm – Hellbound // Cocktail Photography Masterclass with Fujifilm and Vueey Le

Join Vueey Le for an exclusive Photography Workshop! Dive into the captivating world of cocktail photography as Vueey showcases the art of capturing stunning drink images using Fujifilm Cameras. From the intricate process of making the perfect cocktail to the thrilling finale of epic splashing shots, Vueey will guide you through each step, teaching you how to tell a compelling story through your lens. Elevate your drink photography game and unleash your creativity in this immersive, hands-on experience. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn from a seasoned professional and enhance your photography skills!


3:00pm - 4:00pm – Hellbound // Cocktail Photography Masterclass with Fujifilm and Vueey Le - (Repeat Session) 

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2:30pm - 4:00pm – Hotel Richmond L2 Balcony Room // Light Portraiture with Sam Oster 

Working on location can be challenging; available lighting can be unpredictable and inconsistent. It can also be full of opportunities if you can learn to see the potential in a situation. This workshop will outline the key elements of understanding light, and using it to your advantage in available light portraits using telephoto lenses. A lifestyle portrait shoot will give you hands-on access to Nikon telephoto lenses for observational portraits. You'll explore location considerations, lighting, composition, focal length, & depth of field. Learn about technical considerations such as camera settings and autofocus options for portraiture using the Nikon Z-series cameras and telephoto lenses up to 800mm. Wear suitable attire for an outdoor shoot in the city and bring your own equipment, or borrow a Nikon Z kit for the session.

This full-day workshop is a unique opportunity to take great wildlife photos and inspire you to build your photographic portfolio. This presents a rare opportunity for you to photograph some of the world's most exotic creatures in a natural setting, using some of the world's most high-end lenses. Onboard our own coach and with our personal Monarto guide we will spend the morning session traveling through the heart of the park, stopping when photo opportunities occur and making use of the huge range of lenses on hand from your favorite camera systems.

Monarto Zoo is one of the largest open-range zoos in the world spanning more than 1,500 hectares and is home to more than 50 species of exotic and native mammals, birds, and reptiles so there is no shortage of photographic opportunities. We will break for lunch after the morning session to relax and prepare for the afternoon's opportunities After lunch we will visit the giraffe's platform, which will present an opportunity for wide-angle shots, following on to the chimpanzees to photograph these stunning creatures. There will also be time to shoot some macro, experiment with tilt-shift lenses and try out the latest lenses from Canon, Nikon, Sony, Panasonic, Olympus, Sigma, and Tamron.

A chartered bus will depart from East Terrace Adelaide to Monarto, the zoo is located 60 minutes drive away.

The ticket Includes The Monarto Zoo Photography experience and is a full-day photography tour and hands-on workshop. Ticket Includes private bus transfer from Adelaide, access to Monarto Zoo, Monarto's private tour guide, a fully catered lunch, and a full day of photography training by Diamonds Trainers and various camera company representatives and also access to a huge selection of camera gear and high-end lenses.

Please Note This is limited to a small group, and limited positions are available, book now to avoid disappointment.

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9:30am - 12:30pm – Diamonds Camera Store // Beginners Filmmaking Workshop with Jay Collier

Beginners filmmaking Workshop with mirrorless and DSLR cameras. A shoot and edit hands-on workshop by Jay Collier from Maxxum

Do you own and mirrorless or DSLR and have never ventured into the world of video and filmmaking? If so, this is a hands-on practical workshop where you will not only learn how to do it, but you will work to produce an actual film on Diamonds from planning to recording and editing the final video using Adobe Rush.

Hosted by renowned photographic educator Jay Collier from Maxxum and The Photography Workshop Co, the workshop will start with a short theory-based presentation followed by a real-life video shoot where all guests will be given jobs on an active film set. Each guest will be given roles on set and be in charge of audio, producers, grips, lighting, camera operators and even stand-in actors as we produce a short film about Diamonds Camera that will feature on their social pages after the shoot. Please note a model release will need to be signed prior to doing this session.

During this 3 hour workshop, you will learn and actively be hands-on and experience:

• The key settings for video in cameras and correct use of the camera for video
• Recording 4k and the importance of ProGrade memory cards and readers
• How to setup and film an interview using the Boya wireless microphones
• How and when to use Haida ND filters for filmmaking
• How to use Benro video tripods and supports
• How to balance and operate Feiyutech Scorp gimbals for smooth tracking shots
• How to write a script and develop a shot list
• How to film sequences that tell a story, have continuity and work to a shot list
• Each guest will get hands-on and work on a real-life film set at Diamonds Camera
• The workshop finishes with how to edit a film using Adobe Rush
• Using Adobe Rush you will learn how to import clips, editing clips, adding transitions, adding audio and music, adding supers, text and logos as well as export options for the final video for use on Youtube and other social platforms
• We will end with a screening of the final film which will feature on Diamonds social platforms soon after.

A range of gear from Maxxum will be available for all guests to use on the day and does not require guests to bring any gear of their own.

1:00pm - 2:30pm – Hotel Richmond L2 Balcony Room // Videography, Where Do I Start? with Tania Verbeek

With the rise of video content as an essential part of creative imaging and storytelling, it is difficult to know where to start. This session will take you through the steps and processes of what you need to do to step into the industry as a videographer. Whether it be freelancing, the film industry, or a 9-5 videographer job in the corporate world. This workshop is presented by award-winning documentary maker and cinematic tourism videographer, Tania Verbeeck. With 13 years of experience in the corporate world working with brands such as Qantas, Sony and Tourism as well as creating her own short documentaries, Tania will share her lived experience of what it takes to make this a full-time career.

What to bring: A pen and paper.

About Tania:

I am a 100% supporter of imposter syndrome. I thrive off it and it makes me a better cinematographer for it. I am a storyteller and for years I doubted my ability. 10 years of thinking I wasn't good enough until I watched my last project and cried with pride. Then I realised that I was as good as the last time I held my Fx6. It's from there that I created my mantra "You will always be better than your last shoot".

In short, I am a confident female filmmaker who loves to tell stories and thrives off making things look cinematically beautiful with natural light.

3:00pm - 4:00pm – Hotel Richmond L2 Balcony Room // Nikon Portrait Seminar with Colleen Strangways "Breaking the Mould"

As a proud Arabana, Mudbura, Gurindji and Warlpiri woman, Colleen Raven Strangways’ photography is infused with a spirit of activism and acknowledgement, sparked by her relationship with courageous First Nations women and her trailblazing father.

Colleen Strangways has a strong drive to take photos of Aboriginal culture and tell positive stories of the strength and beauty she sees in her community. Her portraits are an energising force and a counterpoint to the photos we are accustomed to seeing in magazines and newspapers, showing Aboriginal people in despair.

Her new series will illuminate and immerse visitors in the stories and songlines of First Nations elders as ‘knowledge holders’.

Join us in this short and inspiring seminar to get a feeling of her connectedness, movement and spirituality, and how Strangways enhances the pivotal role of culture in our society through photography.

9:00am - 10:00am – Brunelli Café // Nikon Chat, Coffee with Nikon

Join us for an engaging discussion on all things Nikon Z, with a special focus on an exclusive hands-on preview of the new Z 6 III. This open chat session brings together Nikon enthusiasts, including a knowledgeable Nikon specialist. Whether you want to fine-tune your camera settings or dive into any Nikon-related topic, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded photographers and enhance your skills.

• This session is aimed at anyone looking to:

• Move to Nikon Z mirrorless cameras.
• Test and get advice on the amazing Z Camera including but not limited to Zf and Z8
• Get assistance in a free firmware update for existing Z users
• Q&A with a Nikon Expert
• Simply learn more about the system.
• Booking starts at 9am and goes for 45 minutes

Existing Nikon users are welcome Bring your camera and we can check the Firmware and sensor, and you may learn a few new ways to use your camera.

10:30am - 1:00pm – Hotel Richmond L2 Balcony Room // INDIA with Denis Smith

Join Diamonds and Sony to Celebrate World Photography Day. First, be inspired byDenis’ recent trip to India then be challenged to shoot for yourself. The most creative image that fits the brief Denis designs for you, will win a $200 Diamonds Gift Card.

Denis went to India with the idea of slowing the chaos down to see it with different eyes. The results are beautiful and mesmerizing so don't miss this chance to see some amazing images and be inspired.

About Denis Smith: Denis is firmly established as one of Adelaide’s most renowned photographers. After 20 years in high-end corporate sales, he changed his life with the internationally acclaimed ‘Ball of Light’ project. This set him on the path to becoming a full-time freelance photographer and video producer. Countless portraits, product shots and magazine covers later, Denis still approaches each creative challenge with sensitivity, originality and enthusiasm.

2:00pm - 3:30pm – Hotel Richmond L2 Balcony Room // "Curation and Composition" with Ewen Bell

Join Ewen Bell for a glimpse into his world of editorial photography and the art of capturing your story with the camera. If a single photo can tell a thousand words, then a collection of images can reveal the entire story. The core of Ewen's mentoring is centered on the joy of diversity, shooting images as a series, and embracing reality rather than faking it.

About Ewen is a Melbourne based editorial photographer and Ambassador for Sigma Australia. From Arctic Norway to The Himalayas and The Australian Outback, Ewen has mastered the art of travelling light while chasing the light. He loves fast prime lenses and his signature style embraces shallow depth of field and taming sun-drenched moments. His most recent publication is called ReImagine and explores a decade of lessons learned on the road with travel companions and magazine deadlines. Ewen is also an Ambassador for LUMIX Australia and guides a handful of bespoke photography adventures each year.