Tasmanian Photography Tours are excited to bring you @naturebynathan - Nathan Dobbie's first Tasmanian workshop. Hailing from Western Australia, Nathan has been wowing us with his images since he arrived in Tasmania. Well known for his stunning nature and landscape photography, Nathan and Tasmanian Photography Tours could think of no better place to run this full day workshop than Mt Field National Park.
Mount Field National Park is a place of fresh cool air, towering trees, and rushing water. It is one of Tasmania’s most enchanting natural landscapes. On this immersive and hands-on one-day photography workshop you’ll explore the park’s lush temperate rainforests and visit iconic locations including Russell Falls and Horseshoe Falls, where moss-covered trunks, fern-lined tracks, and cascading water create endlessly compelling scenes.
Throughout the day, Nathan will teach you his practical techniques for photographing waterfalls and forests, from managing dynamic range in harsh environments, to refining compositions and making sense of a busy environment. A morning session on technique and editing will allow us to capture the falls and forest in soft afternoon light. There will be plenty of time to slow down, observe the landscape, and create considered images that reflect the calm, ancient character of this remarkable place.
Designed as a relaxed yet inspiring day in nature, the tour includes private transport and a hearty lunch, allowing you to focus entirely on photography and the experience itself. This workshop is an ideal introduction to Tasmania’s temperate rainforests. An invitation to reconnect with nature and capture the quiet beauty of one of the island’s most beloved national parks.
Details
- Location – Mount Field National Park
- Date / Time – Sunday 30 August, 09:00 - 19:30 (ish)
- All inclusive - A hearty lunch and comfortable transport
- Tuition – Renowned Australian Nature Photographer - Nathan Dobbie @naturebynathan
- Departure & Return – The tour departs from and returns to the Old Woolstore Hotel, located at 11/1 Macquarie Street, Hobart City.
- Payment Terms – A full payment of $480 AUD is required to secure your booking. By booking you acknowledge and accept our Terms and Conditions
- Fitness / Mobility Requirements – This workshop involves a low to moderate level of fitness. Participants should be comfortable with short walks to shooting locations, including stairs. Some locations are accessed via slippery rainforest trails, unsealed paths, steps, and gentle inclines. Due to the seasonal focus (winter) conditions will be cold and/or wet (weather and safety permitting).
Price $480 per person
Your Instructor - Nathan Dobbie - @naturebynathan
I’m Nathan Dobbie, an Australian photographer with over 10 years’ experience in landscape photography. Growing up in the Perth Hills of Western Australia gave me an early appreciation for the natural world, which naturally shaped the way I see and photograph landscapes today.
When I first picked up a camera, I explored a wide range of nature-based subjects, from macro and wildlife to sweeping landscapes. It didn’t take long for landscape photography to become my primary focus. By my second year shooting with a DSLR, I was travelling as often and as far as possible, driven by a desire to capture and share the raw, untamed beauty of Australia.
For the past eight years, I’ve loved sharing my passion for photography through in-person workshops and online tutorials, helping others refine their skills while developing a deeper connection with the landscapes they photograph.
Since coming to Tasmania recently, Mt Field National Park has been a place I love to visit and capture. This workshop will take you to a few of my favourite locations where I will take you through my process and share my love for nature.
What You Will Learn
- Camera Basics: Set up for landscape photography
- Pre-planning for landscape photography shoots
- Equipment for landscape photography (lens selection/filters/etc)
- Understand how natural light can control mood and composition in your images
- How different focal lengths can be used to open up new composition opportunities
- Exposure Bracketing to capture the full dynamic range of a scene
- Focus Stacking
- Exposure settings in manual mode – master the balance of ISO, Shutter Speed, and Aperture
- Processing RAW files in Camera Raw & Photoshop
- Anything else we can think of and help you with
What You Will Need
- A DSLR or Mirrorless Camera
- Fully charged camera batteries – We recommend at least one spare battery for this workshop.
- Memory card with plenty of storage (at least 64gb recommended)
- Lenses – If you need advice we will guide you. A wide-angle zoom lens (e.g. 14-24mm/16-35mm) is most appropriate and a mid-range zoom (e.g. 24-105, 70-200) is also very useful.
- Lens Filters – A CPL (Circular Polarizer) is highly recommended. Neutral Density (ND) filters may come in handy but are not needed.
- A good, sturdy tripod.
- Good footwear – walking boots preferably as it may be wet and muddy.
- Warm clothing, it can be cold out there. This needs to be a warm jumper and pants, beanie, gloves and a good waterproof jacket.
Included / Not Included
Included
- Lunch/Morning Tea
- Structured coaching and photography tuition from TWO expert photographers who know the area well
- An online photo editing demonstration
- Private transfers to & from the collection point in Hobart
- A Government registered and licensed operator – This is important!
- All park passes & associated permit costs
- An amazing experience with a great group of like minded people
Not Included
- Travel to the collection point in Hobart
- Travel & Medical Insurance
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