Telephoto Lens Workshop

Gardening Photography 1 on 1 Workshop

Mastering the Telephoto Lens – Reach Further

Join me for a 1-hour walk through the gardens at Primal Fruits Perth, where you’ll learn how to harness the power of a telephoto lens. We’ll explore how to bring distant subjects close, isolate details, and create striking garden compositions without having to step into the plants.

What you’ll learn:

• How to handhold and shoot steady with long lenses
• Managing shutter speed to avoid motion blur
• Using aperture to control background blur and subject isolation
• Techniques for photographing birds, flowers, and distant garden details
• Framing and composition

This is a relaxed, hands-on session designed for beginners who want to get confident with their telephoto lens 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. Add a maximum of 3 people at a lower cost.
• 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 telephoto lens (ideally 200mm or longer)
• 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
• A monopod or tripod for extra stability

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.