SUNSHINE
COAST
PHOTOGRAPHY
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Upcoming Events

Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 13 June
Ocean St, Maroochydore - 10am - 2 Hours
Dan Anderson
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?

We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.

This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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$49       4 places left
Travel and Street Photography

Travel and Street Photography

Saturday 18 July
Noosa - 10am - 2 Hours
Dan Anderson
Discover the art of storytelling through your lens in our Travel and Street Photography event, where urban life meets global adventure. Join fellow photography enthusiasts for a hands-on experience capturing candid moments and unique street scenes.
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$49       5 places left
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 15 August
Western Ave, Montville - 10am - 2 Hours
Dan Anderson
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$49      

Portrait Photography Meetup

Portrait Photography Meetup

Saturday 12 September
Kings Beach - 3pm - 2 Hours
Dan Anderson
Whether you wish to up your selfie game or begin developing a portfolio, this workshop will help you learn the basics of portrait photography and push your creativity and technical understanding.

Learn which settings are best to use, how to select the best locations, and what lighting and poses highlight a model's best features. We will also learn how to build rapport to get the best reactions and genuine emotions from a person.
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$49      
Pet Photography

Pet Photography

Saturday 14 November
N Shore Rd, Twin Waters - 10am - 2 Hours
Dan Anderson
Capture the perfect moments of your furry friends at our Pet Photography Event, where professional photographers create stunning portraits of pets in a fun and relaxed setting. Celebrate your pet's unique personality with beautifully crafted images you'll treasure forever.
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$49      
Night Photography Class

Night Photography Class

Saturday 19 December
Burnett St, Buderim - 7pm - 2 Hours
Dan Anderson
Many people don't think about nighttime being a good time to do photography since there's a lack of light. However, armed with knowledge about your camera's settings and the properties of light, nighttime photography can be a lot of fun.In this meetup, you'll learn about the best camera settings for nighttime photography. We'll also explore the kinds of light available to us and how to use that light to make some awesome photos. As always, there are exercises that will help you put your new knowledge to work.
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$49      

Nearby Photography Groups

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 04 July
Glenelg St, South Brisbane - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Francis Keating
Dive into the world of photography with a hands-on learning experience, appropriate for beginners, or those looking to rekindle their basic knowledge and join regular meet-ups. Embrace understanding beyond your camera's Auto Mode, by exploring Manual Mode and fundamentals of composing a perfect shot. Cameras and their accessories can be complicated to comprehend, but we make it easy for you to discover how to utilise these tools, capturing special moments, events, and people from your daily life. Our class provides essential learning on a variety of technical aspects. This includes learning the nuances of aperture, comprehending shutter speed, and understanding the importance of ISO. You will receive guidance on understanding focal length and lenses, techniques for optimum lighting, and the skill of capturing a correctly exposed photograph. Take a step toward mastering your camera and creating exquisite photographs.
book now
$155       2 places left
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 01 August
Glenelg St, South Brisbane - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Francis Keating
Dive into the world of photography with a hands-on learning experience, appropriate for beginners, or those looking to rekindle their basic knowledge and join regular meet-ups. Embrace understanding beyond your camera's Auto Mode, by exploring Manual Mode and fundamentals of composing a perfect shot. Cameras and their accessories can be complicated to comprehend, but we make it easy for you to discover how to utilise these tools, capturing special moments, events, and people from your daily life. Our class provides essential learning on a variety of technical aspects. This includes learning the nuances of aperture, comprehending shutter speed, and understanding the importance of ISO. You will receive guidance on understanding focal length and lenses, techniques for optimum lighting, and the skill of capturing a correctly exposed photograph. Take a step toward mastering your camera and creating exquisite photographs.
book now
$155.00      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 05 September
Glenelg St, South Brisbane - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Francis Keating
Dive into the world of photography with a hands-on learning experience, appropriate for beginners, or those looking to rekindle their basic knowledge and join regular meet-ups. Embrace understanding beyond your camera's Auto Mode, by exploring Manual Mode and fundamentals of composing a perfect shot. Cameras and their accessories can be complicated to comprehend, but we make it easy for you to discover how to utilise these tools, capturing special moments, events, and people from your daily life. Our class provides essential learning on a variety of technical aspects. This includes learning the nuances of aperture, comprehending shutter speed, and understanding the importance of ISO. You will receive guidance on understanding focal length and lenses, techniques for optimum lighting, and the skill of capturing a correctly exposed photograph. Take a step toward mastering your camera and creating exquisite photographs.
book now
$155      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 03 October
Glenelg St, South Brisbane - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Francis Keating
Dive into the world of photography with a hands-on learning experience, appropriate for beginners, or those looking to rekindle their basic knowledge and join regular meet-ups. Embrace understanding beyond your camera's Auto Mode, by exploring Manual Mode and fundamentals of composing a perfect shot. Cameras and their accessories can be complicated to comprehend, but we make it easy for you to discover how to utilise these tools, capturing special moments, events, and people from your daily life. Our class provides essential learning on a variety of technical aspects. This includes learning the nuances of aperture, comprehending shutter speed, and understanding the importance of ISO. You will receive guidance on understanding focal length and lenses, techniques for optimum lighting, and the skill of capturing a correctly exposed photograph. Take a step toward mastering your camera and creating exquisite photographs.
book now
$155.00      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 07 November
Glenelg St, South Brisbane - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Francis Keating
Dive into the world of photography with a hands-on learning experience, appropriate for beginners, or those looking to rekindle their basic knowledge and join regular meet-ups. Embrace understanding beyond your camera's Auto Mode, by exploring Manual Mode and fundamentals of composing a perfect shot. Cameras and their accessories can be complicated to comprehend, but we make it easy for you to discover how to utilise these tools, capturing special moments, events, and people from your daily life. Our class provides essential learning on a variety of technical aspects. This includes learning the nuances of aperture, comprehending shutter speed, and understanding the importance of ISO. You will receive guidance on understanding focal length and lenses, techniques for optimum lighting, and the skill of capturing a correctly exposed photograph. Take a step toward mastering your camera and creating exquisite photographs.
book now
$155.0      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 05 December
Glenelg St, South Brisbane - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Francis Keating
Dive into the world of photography with a hands-on learning experience, appropriate for beginners, or those looking to rekindle their basic knowledge and join regular meet-ups. Embrace understanding beyond your camera's Auto Mode, by exploring Manual Mode and fundamentals of composing a perfect shot. Cameras and their accessories can be complicated to comprehend, but we make it easy for you to discover how to utilise these tools, capturing special moments, events, and people from your daily life. Our class provides essential learning on a variety of technical aspects. This includes learning the nuances of aperture, comprehending shutter speed, and understanding the importance of ISO. You will receive guidance on understanding focal length and lenses, techniques for optimum lighting, and the skill of capturing a correctly exposed photograph. Take a step toward mastering your camera and creating exquisite photographs.
book now
$155.0      

Other Nearby Groups

Make a Coaster

Make a Coaster

Saturday 13 June
New Farm Park cafe - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Brisbane Crochet Club
Nicharee Chaowanapanja
Learn to make a coaster while practising the magic ring and working in rounds instead of rows. All materials are provided.
book now
$88       3 places left
Sherwood Arboretum - Mini Photo Session

Sherwood Arboretum - Mini Photo Session

Sunday 14 June
Sherwood
My Family Photo - Brisbane
Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.

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Watercolour for Beginners

Watercolour for Beginners

Sunday 14 June
Ashgrove - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Brisbane Watercolour Group
Claudia Gudiel
Discover the magic of watercolours in this beginner-friendly workshop. We will explore foundational techniques including water control, transparency, and texture, before completing a loose landscape painting.
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$49       0 places left

Easy Crochet Coaster for Beginners

Easy Crochet Coaster for Beginners

Saturday 20 June
Buderim - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Sunshine Coast Crochet Club
Sarisa Wonglao
Join this fun amigurumi class and learn to crochet your own adorable bumble bee. All materials provided, plus a free drink. Suitable for those with basic crochet skills.
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$88      
Sketching Across Times

Sketching Across Times

Saturday 27 June
New Farm Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Brisbane Art Group
Tomas Uribe
This class draws inspiration from Klee and Kandinsky, exploring abstract forms, rhythms, and perspectives across time in sketching. Special attention to line, shape, and composition using pencils, charcoal or fineliners.
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$49      
Basic Crochet Stitches for Beginners

Basic Crochet Stitches for Beginners

Saturday 27 June
New Farm Park cafe - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Brisbane Crochet Club
Nicharee Chaowanapanja
A beginner-friendly class where you will learn basic crochet stitches. All materials are provided.
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$98       0 places left

Watercolour Botanicals Loose Florals  Leaves

Watercolour Botanicals Loose Florals Leaves

Saturday 27 June
Capalaba - 1:30pm - 2 Hours
Brisbane Watercolour Group
Brittany Hurkmans
Explore the beauty of loose florals and botanical watercolour painting in this relaxed and beginner-friendly workshop.Together we'll paint expressive flowers, leaves, and natural forms using soft layering, flowing washes, and playful brushwork. This session focuses on letting go of perfection while building confidence with simple watercolour techniques in a calm and supportive environment.Perfect for beginners and returning participants, this workshop encourages creativity, experimentation, and finding beauty in organic shapes and movement.Think soft colour palettes, gentle textures, and a relaxing afternoon of painting inspired by nature.
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$71      
Easy Crochet Coaster for Beginners

Easy Crochet Coaster for Beginners

Saturday 04 July
Buderim - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Sunshine Coast Crochet Club
Sarisa Wonglao
Join this fun amigurumi class and learn to crochet your own adorable bumble bee. All materials provided, plus a free drink. Suitable for those with basic crochet skills.
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$98      
Drawing Nature with Watercolor Pencils for Beginners

Drawing Nature with Watercolor Pencils for Beginners

Sunday 05 July
Daisy Hill - 9:30am - 2.0 Hours
Brisbane Drawing Group
Torben Andesen
In this workshop, you'll learn to create beautiful nature drawings using watercolor pencils. You'll explore techniques for blending, layering, and capturing the natural environment around you. Suitable for beginners with no prior experience.
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$49       1 places left

Drawing and Painting for the beginners

Drawing and Painting for the beginners

Saturday 11 July
Parkland Boulevard, Brisbane City - 2pm - 2 Hours
Brisbane Art Group
Jean Paul Itembya
Join us for a relaxed drawing and painting session in Roma Street Parkland. This class is designed for beginners and anyone wanting to explore their creativity in a supportive environment. Please bring your own art supplies including pencils, paper, paints, brushes, and any other materials you prefer. The host will provide guidance throughout the session. No experience required.
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$49      
Easy Crochet Coaster for Beginners

Easy Crochet Coaster for Beginners

Saturday 18 July
Buderim - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Sunshine Coast Crochet Club
Sarisa Wonglao
Join this fun amigurumi class and learn to crochet your own adorable bumble bee. All materials provided, plus a free drink. Suitable for those with basic crochet skills.
book now
$98      
Playful Patterns: Watercolour & Ink

Playful Patterns: Watercolour & Ink

Saturday 18 July
Capalaba - 1:30pm - 2 Hours
Brisbane Watercolour Group
Brittany Hurkmans
Create a colourful collection of whimsical flowers, leaves, and decorative motifs using watercolour and ink. Learn simple illustration techniques and combine your elements into a vibrant patterned artwork full of personality and colour.
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$71      

ABOUT SUNSHINE
COAST
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations on_the Sunshine Coast .

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the Sunshine Coast Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    It was great. Dan was very helpful, patient and it was great to get some understanding of the f-stops and aperture settings, and to practice using them. Thank you, Dan.
    5/5
    Sandy
    2026-05-23
    It was soooo informative and enjoyable. I can actually see the difference when taking pictures under different settings. Cant wait for the next course.
    5/5
    Christina
    2026-05-17
    Great class! The location provided excellent opportunities to experiment with night light. In-depth technical explanation for using manual settings discussing how aperture, speed and ISO is used for capturing neon lighting, traffic light trails and street scenes. Thanks to Dan for a very informative and enjoyable evening.
    5/5
    kim
    2026-04-13

    I enjoyed the evening, I learnt a few things, meet some new friends and took a few photos
    5/5
    Peter
    2026-04-13
    I found the workshop to be very informative interesting and helpful
    5/5
    Kath
    2026-03-23
    As always Dan imparts his knowledge in an easy to understand way.
    5/5
    Jane
    2026-02-15

    What a great way to learn more about photography and meet new people, loved it! The location was great, Dan was wonderful, lots of knowledge and happy to help anyone along the way. I highly recommend getting involved and doing the courses.
    5/5
    Lisa
    2026-01-19
    Perfect location and season for night photography! Dan led an informative evening guiding and us through Blue light hour, dazzling Christmas lights and motion supporting and encouraging us to experiment with different effects. A great evening of learning.
    5/5
    Kim
    2025-12-16
    Dan is very approachable and always ready with advice, he moves around each person and helps with advice and passes on his knowledge.
    5/5
    Joseph
    2025-12-15

    An enjoyable and informative class beginning with an in-depth tutorial and describing the genre of Travel Photography before exploring the very suitable location of Ocean St. Another well organised event with clear instructions of where and when to meet via email and a briefing of our itinerary when we arrived. Dan is a great communicator his knowledge and advice is always provided with encouragement, support and technical assistance. I'm looking forward to the next class with Dan!
    5/5
    Kim
    2025-10-13
    Dan explained the process and intent of capturing Street and Travel photography very well. Dan is also friendly and takes the time to answer questions in a way that people understand.
    4/5
    Richard
    2025-10-13
    Thoroughly enjoyed the theme of Black and White. The location offered a wonderful mix of coastal views, nature and street activity. The grey weather on the day providing the perfect example to discuss and experiment with subject, light and depth. Kind thanks to Dan who always makes the class enjoyable, informative and welcoming.
    5/5
    Kim
    2025-09-16

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Dan Anderson
    Dan has been a travel and street photography enthusiast for more than 40 years. Since COVID he has developed a love of portraiture and can be found doing outdoor natural light shoots up and down the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane.

    Dan Anderson is available for private bookings

    For private bookings, please contact me for availability and rates.
    Portrait photography and private tutoring in Commercial and Portrait Photography.

    PHOTOS
    Sunshine Coast Photography Group
    2026-06-06
    Title or Location: Tarpeian Steps
    The Tarpeian Steps, near the Sydney Opera House date back to the 1880s, the 53 wide sandstone steps lead up to the Botanical Gardens I was alking around The Opera House and saw the step as I was walking up the steps and the sun was quite harsh and my first couple of photos just blew out. I stepped into the shadow of the wall and noticed the whole aspect changed from harsh light to dark silhouette and that saw a completely different vision.When taking photographs that small change in pers
    Credit: Gary Thompson
    Instagram: GDTpix

    Sunshine Coast Photography Group
    2026-06-01
    Title or Location: Mooloolaba Queensland
    Taken with my Samsung S25..slightly enlarged and changed to black & white...just really loved the shadow effect..
    Credit: Gail Murphy
    Sunshine Coast Photography Group
    2026-05-24
    Title or Location: Neill St Caloundra
    After a surf , got in the car and had a hitchhiker Mr Bee
    Credit: Niell St Bee
    Instagram: Julie?s Sunrise

    Sunshine Coast Photography Group
    2026-05-18
    Title or Location: Camp spot on the lower Snowy River Victoria
    Having a bit of fun at a camp spot a few years ago.Taken on Canon RP ef 100mm macro lens with adapter. Single shot, extra light from a torch.
    Credit: Jane Hansen
    Instagram: @janespix101

    Sunshine Coast Photography Group
    2026-05-17
    Title or Location: Pretty in Pink
    While visiting a butterfly &129419 park in Batchelor Northern Territory there was a pond out the front that had the most magnificent display of these gorgeous water lilies. I couldn?t resist, I just had to try and capture the beauty and colours. &129719
    Credit: Lisa Jane Nature Photography
    Facebook: @lisa.Jane.nature.photography
    Instagram: @lisa_jane_nature_photography
    Sunshine Coast Photography Group
    2026-05-07
    Title or Location: Montville
    I never seen a blue banded bee beefore so was very intrigued.
    Credit: Glen Vidler
    Instagram: Glenvidlerphotography

    Detroit Photography Group
    2026-06-11
    Title or Location: Kensington metro park at Kent lake.
    I like to catch the golden hour at sunrise. My goal that morning was to photograph the sunrise, without photographing the sunrise. The sparkling ripples caught my eye.
    Credit: Mark Michaels

    Toronto Photography Group
    2026-06-10
    Title or Location: Common Tern with a just caught fish to feed its chicks. C. Sam. Smith Park
    I was looking for Whimbrels, or other migratory shore birds when I spotted this common tern flying around. At some point it dove and caught a fish. I instinctively aimed my camera and took a few pictures before flying away.
    Credit: Hugues de Milleville
    Facebook: hugues.demilleville
    Instagram: @huguesdemillevillephotography
    Victoria Photography Group
    2026-06-10
    Title or Location: Victoria, BC
    Cedar Waxing berry pass. Most conversations happen out of earshot.Some are carried on the wind, branch to branch, berry to berry.
    Credit: Andre Pestana
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/superpestana
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/superpestana

    Chattanooga Photography Group
    2026-06-09
    Title or Location: Grand Prismatic Spring, Midway Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA
    Steam was really enshrouding the main pool of Grand Prismatic, so I looked for other compelling ways to capture images. This image features some of the sinter terraces and cooler water thermophiles thriving around the central pool perimeter.
    Credit: J. Scott Tinker
    Instagram: Scott.tinkeruomostudio

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