About the event
Join me for an action-packed Mountain Bike (MTB) photography workshop, where you'll hear from industry experts and gain hands-on experience shooting athletes in the beautiful Whakarewarewa Forest.
The day will kick off with insightful talks on gear preparation, creating compelling narratives through your images, and building meaningful relationships within the MTB community. Special guest John Colthorpe will share his expertise on creating dynamic video content for action sports, while Clair Scott will discuss the MTB Club and the Trails Trust, and how their work helps maintain the forest and how we can best support them. After these discussions, we’ll head into the forest for a practical shoot.
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this workshop will provide you with the tools and inspiration to elevate your MTB photography.
Techniques covered
- Introduction: My background and transition to a career as an action sports photographer.
- My approach to storytelling in the sports world.
- Ideal gear for action sports photography.
- How to prepare for a shoot and build relationships within the MTB community.
- A chat with Clair Scott from RMC and the Trails Trust.
- A discussion with John Colthorpe on creating video content for action sports.
- An industry insider chat with a guest speaker about what they look for when working with photographers and what images sell their products.
What to bring
- Your camera gear.
- Your bike (rentals are available).
- Lunch (snacks will be provided).