Film Making Sydney

Film Only B&W: Parramatta

It's time to dust of your film camera and use a roll of Black and White, one roll of 36 will probably do the job. The aim of today is to take images of people going about their business, street performers, portraits or even try some architectural photos. The meetup point is in front of the old town hall in Parramatta at 10.30. The idea is to look for opportunities and to train your eye for an image that may suggest a story. Being film photography, we may have to be more selective than using a digital camera. Hence, the challenge. The second meetup point is the old town hall, and we can decide where to go to lunch. The time would be 12.15 for 12.30. I would like to suggest the Commercial Hotel near the railway station however Parramatta has a variety of options. Come along and give film photography a go.

What Love Smells Like: Olfactory Cinema

Viewing options Perfume: The Story of a Murderer (2006) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMbAc6gpFok](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMbAc6gpFok&fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFOazhnMTMwNmNDSTE3WmlWc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoQnuPTuzjQea8NOJZlepCMV5kMwsbc92ulGabsLQpUtxH9ERlfVOKCR4Gfo_aem_IPS1dXvmQ-J3JqLPckroSg) Scent of a Woman / Profumo di donna (1974) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjfmIFmSsOw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjfmIFmSsOw&fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFOazhnMTMwNmNDSTE3WmlWc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuOx9ZmjN3sfkJmz2S3IzhirlZRzKNAL7e9DaIVdHaNFMbcNgqTcrI48yFXm_aem_5YU-oaTeAqA1AGpNcv_CeA) This is Dino Risi’s Italian original, later remade in Hollywood with Al Pacino. The Five Senses (1999) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DsEljD1CAw This month we explore cinema’s most elusive sense: smell. In Perfume, an extraordinary sense of smell becomes an obsession with capturing beauty and human essence. In The Five Senses, smell becomes a way of recognizing intimacy and even love. In Scent of a Woman, a blind former army captain navigates the presence and attraction of others through scent. Together, the films ask: Can we know another person through smell? What can scent reveal that sight cannot? And how does cinema make us imagine a sense it cannot actually transmit? And bring your favorite perfume to the meeting. We may put our own noses to the test.

MASTER MANUAL

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Playtime (1967)

Playtime a 1967 satirical comedy film directed and co-written by Jacques Tati. One of the greatest examples of architecture and cinema colliding, the work is notable for its enormous set, which Tati had built specially for the film, as well as Tati's trademark use of subtle yet complex visual comedy supported by creative sound effects. Come see this rare and interesting French New Wave film with us, with drinks and discussion about it afterwards!

SSP WED - Northside Photography Chat

Meet for chat over a drink and snack or dinner. Tonight, if you are in the mood, we can discuss camera setup, technique, editing images or photo critique. If you wish to discuss any aspects of your camera or photography technique, please bring the manual and your camera. You may bring your laptop with your editing software installed & I will bring a laptop with Lightroom Classic installed. We can discuss any aspect of editing your images. Most image editors are similar, so even if using a different editor, the techniques are similar, mainly due to the menu system. Feel free to bring image(s) on a usb stick, SD, microSD memory card or an iPhone that supports Airdrop. Using Lightroom we can work on extracting the story of the image. If you want photo critique, pls bring print, or full size images, preferably not resized, on a usb stick, SD, microSD memory card or an iPhone that supports Airdrop. Please do not ask for a critique on images displayed on a mobile phone, too small a display to be critical. More info on the venue here chatswoodrsl.com.au Plenty of free parking available nearby as well as the bus stop at the door or metro & rail just 50m away.

Updated! SSP TUE - CITY LIGHT & SHADOWS IN MONOCHROME : Marrickville

Join us for a relaxed morning street photography walk through Marrickville’s industrial streets, Exploring **Light and Shadows in Monochrome**. We’ll meet at **Sindbad Cafe, 11 Sydenham Road, Marrickville,** for coffee, then start the walk at **10:00 am**. Our route will take us through **Shirlow Street, Saywell Street, Cadogan Street, Faversham Street, Hans Place and Fitzroy Street**, looking for strong contrast, geometric shadows, warehouse textures, silhouettes, negative space and people moving through patches of light. **Photo challenge:** **Find the light first. Compose the frame. Then wait for the subject.** We’ll finish at around **12:00 pm at Marrickville Bowling & Recreation Club, 91 Sydenham Road**, where those who wish can stay for lunch. The route is mostly flat and we’ll walk at a relaxed pace with plenty of time for photography. **Date:** Tuesday, 22 September 2026 **Walk:** 10:00 am–12:00 pm **Meeting point:** Sindbad Cafe **Finish / Lunch:** Marrickville Bowling & Recreation Club Any camera is welcome — mirrorless, DSLR, compact or phone.

SSP TUE..Shipwreck Point & Bird Hide

We will shoot some boats including SS AYRFIELD and some BIRDS. Bring your long lens and a tripod for the birds We will break into 2 groups . .Group 1.Boats with Stan or .Group 2.Birds with Ian More info to come **Technical pointers for Bird photography to consider:** A telephoto lens is recommended for this event and a digital mirrorless or SLR would be handy. A focal length of 200mm or more is recommended for bird photography. I find shutter priority setting of 1/500th or faster on auto ISO will heed good results. You may find autofocus and shutter speed around 5 to 10 frames per burst will work well. Stan and I look forward to your company on the day. We will return to Iluka on Baywater for our lunch with alcohol More details to come later.

SSP.. TUE. ...CITY WANDER

We will go a wandering and shooting. from our usual food court to ........

Master The ART OF MACRO - 4 hr Workshop - Booking with Link Below

Do you have a fascination with all things small and wonderful? You have a passion for photography and are looking to develop entry into the exciting world of Macro. Our 4-hr expert tuition class though the Royal Botanical Gardens will see you create images which are really larger than life. Book this $185 class with the link below. [http://theapertureclub.com.au/art-of-macro-sydney-photoworkshop/](http://theapertureclub.com.au/art-of-macro-sydney-photoworkshop/) Whether you are beginning your journey with macro or want to gain further knowledge in this area, The Art of Macro will motivate and inspire you to a new level. This intensive workshop is designed for all levels of photography. YOU WILL LEARN * Macro explained - understand the difference between macro and close up photography. * Magnification - understand depth ratios and life size measurements. * Equipment - learn what lenses and macro accessories are available and how to use them. * Lighting -explore macro lighting techniques with the use of reflectors, shapers and diffusers. Learn how to work with harsh sunlight and shadows. * Light ­- learn and practise how various natural light (directional, diffused and backlit) will impact your subject. * Camera Settings – master hand on techniques in manual and semi-manual modes including depth of field variability * Composition - look at common mistakes made in composing a photo.

Summer of Photography - Presale tickets

A curated collection of immersive photography and videography experiences set across the city’s most iconic and unexpected backdrops. designed to ensure you can start the new year with an incredible body of work you can be proud of. **We’re offering a limited number of Pre-Release tickets** that give photographers first access to the initial round of sessions but you need to be quick, these pre-releases end on the 19th of September. The 2026 Summer of Photography is will be our biggest seasonal programme yet.Be among the first to experience an unforgettable summer of creativity, learning and photography. From high-gloss **eyewear and leather goods** styled against the sharp lines of Sydney’s CBD, to **sun-soaked swimwear shoots** on secluded harbour beaches, and gritty **urban street scenes** bursting with character and colour — each workshop offers a new location, a fresh creative brief, and professional models to help you elevate your portfolio. Tickets must be purchased through **[Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/summer-of-photography-4853995?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=odclsxcollection&utm-source=cp&aff=odclsxcollection)**[, ](https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/summer-of-photography-4853995?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=odclsxcollection&utm-source=cp&aff=odclsxcollection)**[Humanitix](https://collections.humanitix.com/sydney-summer-of-photography-workshops)** or the **[Print & Pixel website](https://printpixel.org/festival-photography-workshops-2026/)** Payment must be made before your attendance is confirmed. **Spaces are limited — book early to secure your spot and shoot the Sydney summer your way.**

Sans Souci - Bay, Boats and a Bridge

Manly

Recently voted the best beach in Australia and number 7 in the world, Manley is definitely a must see part of our iconic city. But Manly has more to offer than its famous beach. The ferry terminal, the corso, street markets and so much more. Join us for a morning in Manly as we endeavour to capture the essence of the place. We will meet at Wharf 4 at circular Circular Quay where we will take the ferry across to Manly and see what we can capture.