Canberra Balloon Festival with Nikon + Teds Cameras

Come and join us on Tuesday the 12th of March at 6:30am at the National Library of Australia.

Gain a stronger understanding of using manual camera setting such as ISO, Aperture and shutter speeds to capture vivid images of Hot Air Balloons during early morning light and enjoy photographing something challenging and exciting with expert advice.

Drew, our amazing Canberra store manager, is thrilled to offer exclusive discounts on all products, tailored to your needs.

What you will learn:

Photography Basics for Hot Air Balloons: Learn fundamental techniques for capturing vibrant hot air balloon images, including optimal times of day and composition strategies.
Camera Settings Mastery: Gain expertise in adjusting shutter speed, aperture, and ISO specifically for dynamic balloon photography.
Lens and Filter Utilisation: Discover how to select and use lenses and filters to enhance balloon images, focusing on wide-angle and zoom options for diverse compositions.
Capturing Motion and Emotion: Develop skills to photograph balloons in motion and capture the excitement of balloon festivals, emphasising timing and

What to bring

• Your DSLR or Mirrorless camera (all brands welcome!) Don't forget to charge your batteries and bring spares
• Memory card so you can keep your photos at the end of the workshop
• Notepad and pen to take notes
• Tripod if you own one
• weather appropriate clothing

Meet at the main entrance to the National Library of Australia and proceed close by to a balcony that overlooks where the Hot Air Balloons begin to inflate at their tethered location, before enjoying seeing them fly off into the distance.