Are you passionate about photographing animals? Whether you're planning a wildlife safari to Africa, exploring destinations like the Galapagos or Antarctica, or simply want to capture striking portraits at your local zoo, this immersive workshop is designed for you.
Led by multi-award-winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Nic van Oudtshoorn ARPS, this hands-on course blends expert theory with real-world practice. Spend the morning at Sydney Community College learning essential techniques for wildlife portraiture, including camera settings, lenses, lighting, composition and editing. Then head to Taronga Zoo to put your new skills into action capturing powerful animal portraits in both colour and black-and-white.
You’ll also learn how to photograph animals ethically—respecting boundaries while capturing their personality and essence through your lens.
Course Content & Learning Outcomes
- Master advanced camera settings for wildlife portraiture, including depth of field and focus control.
- Use lighting techniques, fill-in flash and composition principles such as the Rule of Thirds.
- Edit wildlife images and explore the creative differences between colour and black-and-white photography.
Schedule & Pricing
- One-day workshop: 8:30am – 4:30pm.
- Morning session at Rozelle Campus followed by afternoon practical session at Taronga Zoo.
- Taronga Zoo entry fee not included (payable separately by students).
Details
You will learn
- Configure advanced camera settings for wildlife portraits
- Apply lighting, composition and depth of field techniques
- Edit and enhance wildlife images professionally
You will get
- Expert tuition from an award-winning wildlife photographer
- Hands-on practice at Taronga Zoo
- Personalised feedback on your images
Appropriate for
Suitable for photographers with a solid understanding of camera functions, aperture, shutter speed and focusing, or those who have completed a beginner photography course.
Preparation
What to bring
- DSLR or mirrorless camera with lenses and charged batteries
- Laptop with Photoshop or Lightroom installed
- Tripod and flash (optional but recommended)
What to wear
Casual, comfortable clothing suitable for walking outdoors
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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