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Events, photo walks, talks from the masters, in-depth workshops. Expand your horizons with one of our many events across Australia.

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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Driven to Create: Where light, motion and machines collide.

About the event

Join Sony Digital Imaging Advocate Joanne Stephan, in partnership with CUPRA City Garage and
Nanlite Australia, for an immersive creative experience where portraiture, lighting, movement, music and automotive culture collide.

Set inside the stunning CUPRA City Garage, this hands-on workshop is designed for photographers and content creators who want to elevate their portrait and storytelling skills in a unique real-world environment.

Working with a professional breakdancer, a live DJ and the striking CUPRA vehicle lineup, you'll learn how to create compelling imagery that combines light, atmosphere, motion and emotion. Joanne will share practical techniques and insights from more than 20 years of experience producing content for leading sporting, automotive and lifestyle brands.

With live music setting the mood, food and beverages provided, and plenty of opportunities to shoot, create and connect, this is more than a workshop, it's a creative experience.

What You'll Shoot

  • Professional breakdancer talent
  • Live DJ performance
  • CUPRA vehicles
  • Creative portrait scenarios
  • Dynamic lighting setups
  • Motion-based photography opportunities

After the formal session wraps up, you're welcome to stay back, enjoy a drink, dance to some tunes, chat with fellow creatives, share ideas and build new connections within the Sony community. 

All camera brands welcome! 

Please note: If you are a videographer you are most welcome to join this event and create some motion magic!

Techniques covered

  • Creating compelling environmental portraits
  • Working with continuous lighting for photography
  • Using Nanlite lighting to shape mood and atmosphere
  • Directing talent with confidence
  • Capturing movement and energy within portraits
  • Working with automotive elements in your imagery
  • Camera settings and lens selection for creative portraits

What to bring

  • Camera (All brands welcome)
  • Portrait or standard zoom lens
  • Batteries 
  • SD cards
  • Comfortable footwear
  • Party vibes! 

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

Sat 22 Aug 2026, 4:45PM - 7:30PM (UTC+10) Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney
Suitable for all levels
Event capacity: 20
A$95 per/person    Book now

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Joanne Stephan

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