Our next workshop will cover Colour Theory Basics, Colour and Composition, Still Life Backgrounds and Interactions. There will be both theoretical and applied components. Cameras are not required.
| Presenter: | Paul Robinson |
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| Date: | Saturday 21st March 2026 |
| Time: | 10am – 1pm |
| Venue: | Craft Room, Mount Waverley Community Centre (across from the Main Hall) |
| Co-payment: | $10 made via TryBooking, see email for link |
This will be a great session and another piece in the big jigsaw of photography skills.
Judge: Craig Wetjen
Set Subject EDI
Intermediate: Joanne Rowley – Modern Tradition
Advanced: Stephen Jude – Just out walking
Open EDI
Intermediate: Ross Eddington – Just Lion around
Advanced: Jill Shaw – Decimated
Open Print
Intermediate: Joanne Rowley – East Asiatic Company
Advanced: Alan Bennett – Osprey lookout
Set Subject definition:
This Is a non-formalized genre of photography that features subjects in candid situations within public places such as streets, parks, beaches, malls, political conventions and other associated settings. Images can often be ironic or emotionally detached from subject matter, focusing instead on a particular context or detail. Framing and timing are key aspects of the craft, with the aim of creating images at a decisive or poignant moment. (APJA)
The next Macro and Close-up outing will be on Friday March 6th 2026.
The plan is:
All are welcome to attend either, or both venues, whether you are photographing macro or not.
If you know that you will be attending the Dahlia farm, please RSVP via email.
As an extension of our workshop last year, Keith Costello taught us about managing light for effective portraiture in outdoor settings, including using shade, reflectors and dappled light as well as general posing and posing to utilise light. We worked in groups with the three models and could see an improvement in our images as the session progressed.
More images can be viewed in our Natural Light Portraits gallery.
With the aim of having a range of different Club Outings, the March Outing is one for those who enjoy the challenge of capturing high speed machines and/or just the sight of the power and pilot skills of the aircraft on display.
Arrangements are very informal. Club members will be on hand to assist with photography tips and we will do our best to set up a small group location with a good view of the action, with the WCC WhatsApp group the best way to connect. Otherwise the Outing is self directed.
Family and friends are also welcome.
Details are as follows:
What to Bring:
At our recent workshop, David Williams, a renowned portrait photographer, shared concepts, tips and tricks to inspire and enhance our portrait photography. These included studying art, using everyday lighting and unique methods of developing engagement.
The setup of how these excellent photos of Doug Porter were taken:
For more details see Portraiture with DIY lighting on our resource site.
The WCC portfolio program will commence on Thursday 26th February 2026 with our welcome/review meeting. I would like to invite all portfolio participants from 2025 to bring along their work, and each will have 3-4 minutes to talk about their portfolio:
All members are welcome to come along, hear about the portfolios and be inspired to join in for 2026. At the conclusion of the presentations I will talk about this year’s program and answer any questions.
The next club outing will be to the Westgate Park on Saturday 21st February 2026, your hosts for this outing will be John Noble and Mun Chin.
Westgate Park is a 40 hectares (99 acres) park sitting under the eastern end of the Westgate Bridge. There are walking tracks through the par and under the Westgate Bridge leading to the Yarra River. It was officially opened in 1985. The park has two lakes – the Fresh Water Lake and Saltwater Lake, surrounded by smaller ponds and wetlands. In the right conditions (high salt levels, high temperatures, increased sunlight), the Saltwater Lake may turn pink.
Depending on the subject, you may want to bring a telephoto (birdlife), medium (sculptures, landscapes, structures, river life) or wide angle (structure, landscapes).
| Date: | Saturday 21st February 2026 |
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| Meeting time: | 8am |
| Meeting place: | Westgate Park Picnic Ground (near the toilets) |
Unfortunately, there is not easy access to a café for morning coffee, there is a bench at the picnic area where we can partake of BYO coffee etc before we head off into the park.
For those who are interested, we can meet for lunch at Pier 35 Bar and Grill at 263-329 Lorimer Rd (open 10am Sat). Note that it's a bit of a walk (more than 2km from the walking trail under the Westgate Bridge) so a better option is to drive there.
Our next workshop is Tuesday 17 February at 7.30pm in the main hall where David Williams will give two one hour presentations.
Art Influences in Photography
This presentation shows both direct ‘homage’ images by David, influenced by painting and recent advertising. He will point out how you can create a mental ‘filing cabinet’ to draw ideas from and will make suggestions on painters and photographers to study and more importantly and why.
Lighting from Bunnings?
David will demonstrate how to find good existing lights, determine colour influences, blend flash and existing light, and using on-camera flash more effectively. The last part of the presentation will be a live demonstration (some audience members will be required as ‘human light stands’) where David will make a black & white portrait in 1930’s style using cheap lighting.
There will be a short break between the two presentations and the evening will conclude at approximately 9.45pm
Judge: Christopher Ian
Set Subject EDI
Intermediate: Ian Coombs – Orange Temple
Advanced: Paul Spence – Whitewash Wall Morocco
Open EDI
Intermediate: Greg Doughty – JUST LAYING BACK
Advanced: Alan Bennett – Swallow this and youre welcome
Open Print
Intermediate: Lyndel Holt – Busselton Jetty
Advanced: Jill Shaw – Puffin 2
Set Subject definition:
Create an image in which most of the elements of the composition are of the same, or similar, colour. The primary challenge is in seeing, composing, and capturing such a composition. Compositions involving objects or shapes that are black, white or a shade of grey are allowed (these are considered as colours for this competition). Image processing is allowed, provided it does not involve compositing, introducing textures, changing colours, or converting images to monochrome.