Macro Photography Workshop

Gardening Photography 1-on-1 Workshop

Macro Photography – Getting Close

Join me for a 1-hour walk through the gardens at Primal Fruits Perth, where you’ll learn how to master the art of macro photography. We’ll slow down, get close, and capture the tiny details of flowers, textures, and insects that most people miss.

What you’ll learn:

• How to shoot steady in true macro
• Using aperture correctly to control what’s in focus
• Managing depth of field for maximum impact
• Working with natural light and shade in the garden
• Focusing techniques for crisp details
• Creating strong compositions from small subjects

This is a relaxed, hands-on session designed for beginners who want to get comfortable with their camera in manual mode while surrounded by rare fruit trees and natural beauty.

Workshop Terms & Conditions

• Sessions are available weekdays only, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm (Mon–Fri).
• Location: 42 Narcissus Ave, Parkwood WA 6147.
• If attending with multiple people, please arrive in one car only.
• Parking is strictly in the driveway (no street parking).
• No penalty for changing the date last minute due to weather. For any other reason, 24 hours’ notice is required.
• Participants must bring their own camera. Your camera should be an SLR with manual settings.
• Workshops are one-on-one or a maximum of 3 people.
• Payment is required at the time of booking to confirm your place.
• Cancellations are non-refundable, but you may transfer your place by selling or gifting it.
• Must be redeemed and booked within 12 months.
• By attending, you agree that Primal Fruits Perth is not liable for loss, theft, or damage to personal equipment.

What to Bring

• Your SLR camera with manual settings and a true macro lens
  (rentals available from Camera Electronics)
• A fully charged battery (spare if possible)
• An empty memory card ready to use
• Comfortable shoes for walking around the gardens
• A hat and sunscreen for sun protection
• A water bottle

Optional:

• A notebook and pen for jotting down tips

About Cyrus

Cyrus is a retired professional photographer with more than 20 years behind the lens under the name Lighthouse Photography. He has photographed over 700 weddings, countless portraits, and built a vast library of landscapes across Western Australia and abroad. Beyond his own work, he served as a WAPF photography judge on the camera club circuit, while also teaching children, guiding adults, and mentoring professionals throughout his career.