Photography can easily be broken down into three main cores. Planning, Shooting and Post Processing. From private one-on-one workshops to group tours, our workshops are customised to suit your style and needs. With 30 years knowledge in photography and post processing, Oat will be able to answer your photographic queries, help you move forward and find your own unique style.
 

Beginner Astrophotography
Perfect for those starting from scratch, this workshop covers everything you need to confidently capture the night sky. Learn how to set up your camera, choose the right settings, focus in the dark, and understand basic night sky movement. By the end, you’ll be able to take sharp, detailed images of stars and the Milky Way using simple, reliable techniques.

Walk away with: The ability to confidently shoot the night sky on your own, plus usable images from your session.

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Star Tracker Mastery (Intermediate)
Designed for photographers ready to take the next step, this session focuses on using a star tracker to dramatically improve image quality. You’ll learn accurate polar alignment, tracking techniques, and how to shoot longer exposures with minimal noise. This workshop bridges the gap between basic night shots and professional-level astrophotography results.

Walk away with: A clear, repeatable workflow and better results from your smart telescope immediately.

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Smart Telescope Workshop
Get the most out of your smart telescope with a guided, hands-on session. Learn how to properly set up, align, and target objects in the night sky, along with tips to improve image quality and efficiency. Ideal for beginners and hobbyists who want better results without the complexity of traditional setups.

Walk away with: A clear, repeatable workflow and better results from your smart telescope immediately.

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Milky Way Panorama (Intermediate)
Learn how to create breathtaking wide-field Milky Way panoramas from start to finish. This workshop covers planning your shoot, capturing overlapping frames in the field, and the techniques needed to ensure a seamless final image. You’ll also be introduced to the post-processing workflow required to stitch and enhance your panorama.

Walk away with: A completed or near-completed panorama and the full process to recreate it yourself.

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Astrophotography Post-Processing
A deep dive into transforming your raw files into polished, high-impact images. Learn essential workflows including stacking, noise reduction, colour balancing, and bringing out fine detail using Lightroom and Photoshop. Perfect for anyone wanting to elevate their final images and develop a consistent editing style.

Walk away with: A refined editing workflow and dramatically improved final images from your existing shots.

WORKSHOPS CONSIST OF:

• Understanding photographic fundamentals

• How to plan your shoot with various apps. Determine the sun/moon positions, tide levels, sunset and sunrise time (golden hour) as well as blue hour. Eliminate guess work on when and where to shoot.

• Learn about the exposure triangle (shutter speed, aperture, ISO), Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) and High Dynamic Range (HDR).

• Shoot in 'manual' - move beyond auto mode.

• Learn about composition and lenses.

• Understanding your camera and lens (focal length, depth of field, dynamic range, etc).

• Learn to shoot in various situations, low light, astro photography, long exposure, etc.

• Understand the basics of filter systems.

• Learn about the various equipment available.

• Post processing techniques to make your photo pop, as well as plug-ins to get your images ready for prints or social media.

• Lightroom/Photoshop processing with luminosity mask, exposure blending, sharpening and exporting.

• Social media and branding to help you grow.