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Explore Sony’s Digital Imaging line-up, an ever-expanding range of cameras, lenses and accessories that have been developed to meet a diverse range of creative needs and technical requirements.

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A NIGHT OF ASTRO AND LIGHT PAINTING PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE FOREST

About the event

Join Award Winning Photographers Will Godward and Denis Smith for an immersive night in the forest, capturing the magic of astrophotography and light painting. 

Set deep within Kuitpo Forest, this hands on workshop is designed to guide you through long exposure photography under the stars. Working across two dedicated shooting zones, you will rotate between astrophotography and light painting, learning how each discipline can stand alone, or be combined into a single striking exposure.

In the astro zone, Will Godward will guide you through capturing the vast core of the Milky Way as it rises through the forest canopy. This includes composition, camera setup, and techniques for working in challenging low light environments.

In the light painting zone, Denis Smith will show you how to create sculptural light forms within the forest. You will learn how to use movement, texture, and colour to shape the forest and even include astro and light painting elements in a single exposure.

This workshop is suitable for all skill levels and is highly practical. You will be actively shooting throughout the night, experimenting with different techniques, tools, and creative approaches while receiving direct guidance from both instructors.

This is an exclusive ForestSA-approved event. 

This workshop will still go ahead if it's cloudy, and the focus will shift to light painting. 

 

Workshop Preparation Video

A short preparation video will be provided prior to the workshop and is essential viewing.

 

Techniques covered

  • Camera settings for Astrophotography and Light Painting 
  • How to capture astrophotography and light painting in a single exposure
  • Creating texture, depth, and shape in the forest using light
  • Using a variety of light painting tools and techniques

What to bring

  • Camera
  • Fast lens, f2.8 or faster
  • Wide angle lens, 24mm or wider
  • Sturdy tripod
  • Fully charged batteries
  • Memory card
  • Dark clothing, essential for light painting
  • Headlamp or torch, does not need to be bright ( Red headlamp for Astrophotography ) 
  • Remote shutter release capable of locking into bulb mode

Event FAQs (For general FAQs, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page)

There's an option to hire a Sony Camera and lens for this workshop. A two-week notice is needed.
Please dress warm and wear sturdy footwear. The forest may be wet.
Yes parking is available
Yes please contact Will - info@godward.com.au / 0419710191
Fri 10 Jul 2026, 6:00PM - 10:00PM (UTC+9.5) Adelaide
Beginner
Event capacity: 12
A$399 per/person    Book now
2026 Alpha Awards Photo Competition

2026 Alpha Awards Photo Competition

2026 marks the eleventh year of the Alpha Awards celebrating the greatest images from across Australia and New Zealand captured on Sony Alpha cameras and lenses, giving you the chance to share in over $62,000 (AUD) worth of Sony digital imaging gear. 

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William Godward

Will Godward is a two-time former Olympian whose passion for competition and performance has supported a lifelong pursuit of capturing the night sky. An award-w...

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