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Scene Festival
Elevate your photography with personal guidance from a pro photographer

About the event

Join me, Luke Tscharke, for a private online session dedicated to helping you unlock the full potential of your photography. As a professional photographer with years of experience behind the lens, I’m passionate about sharing the insights I’ve gained, helping you capture and refine images you once only dreamed of. Whether you’re aiming to enhance your landscape photography, capture breathtaking night skies, or develop your skills in nature, aerial, or drone photography, these sessions are tailored to overcome whatever challenges are holding you back.

What’s Included:

  • Customised Learning: Each session is designed to help you achieve your photography goals, whether it’s mastering landscape techniques, understanding black and white infrared photography, or navigating drone photography.
  • 90 Minutes of Focused Guidance: You’ll receive 90 minutes of in-depth, interactive mentoring, complete with practical tips and demonstrations.
  • Session Recording: Each session is recorded, so you can revisit the material at your own pace, consolidating your learning and ensuring you don’t miss any important details.
  • Pre-Session Form: To ensure we make the most of our time together, I’ll send you a form beforehand to understand your current knowledge and what you hope to achieve. This helps me tailor the session to your specific needs and helps you clarify what you'd like to learn.
  • Post-Session Support: You’ll also have access to ongoing support after the session, allowing you to ask follow-up questions and continue your learning journey.
  • Evening Sessions: Sessions run from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM, offering a dedicated time for you to focus on your photography without distractions.
  • Break Included: We’ll take a short five-minute break halfway through the session to help you gather your thoughts and recharge.

Specific Areas Where I Can Help:

  • Landscape Photography: Learn how to capture stunning landscapes, from composition to the best camera settings for various environments.
  • Night Photography: Master the art of photographing the night sky, including techniques for capturing stars, the Milky Way, and more.
  • Nature Photography: Get tips on capturing wildlife, flora, and the natural world, focusing on techniques that bring your outdoor images to life.
  • Aerial & Drone Photography: Discover the best practices for aerial photography, including drone operation and safety, as well as composing shots from the sky.
  • Black & White Infrared Photography: Explore the unique world of infrared photography, learning how to capture striking black and white images with an infrared filter.
  • Location Planning & Weather Understanding: Learn how to plan your shoots effectively, including scouting locations and understanding weather patterns to maximise your chances of getting the perfect shot.
  • Image Editing: From basic adjustments to advanced techniques, master post-processing to bring out the best in your images.
  • Portfolio Review: Receive constructive feedback on your work, helping you refine your style, improve composition, and present your portfolio in the best light.

Who This Is For:

  • Photographers passionate about landscape, night, nature, black and white, and aerial photography.
  • Those wanting a flexible, personalised approach to learning.
  • Individuals seeking guidance in specific areas like post-processing, location planning, or portfolio development.

Investment:

  • Single Session: $125 for 90 minutes
  • Multi Session Discount: After your second session you'll recieve a discount code for 10% off any subsequent sessions.

How It Works:

Simply book your session, and I’ll tailor the content to suit your specific needs and goals. You’ll receive a pre-session form to fill out, helping us focus on the areas that matter most to you. Whether you need a one-time deep dive into a particular topic or ongoing support to build your skills over time, I’m here to guide you every step of the way. Plus, with a recorded session to review, you’ll have the tools to continue learning and improving even after our time together.

Techniques covered

We will cover a custom combination of the aspects below:
  • Landscape Photography: Composition, camera settings, and techniques
  • Night Photography: Capturing stars, the Milky Way, and night scenes
  • Nature Photography: Tips for photographing wildlife and natural scenes
  • Aerial & Drone Photography: Best practices and safety tips
  • Black & White Infrared Photography: Techniques for striking images
  • Location Planning: Scouting and weather considerations for the perfect shot
  • Image Editing: From basic adjustments to advanced post-processing
  • Portfolio Review: Feedback on your work to refine your style and composition

What to bring

  • Zoom video conferencing software on your computer or device
  • Your camera or camera manual if you want to discuss settings
  • A selection of images you'd like feedback on for portfolio review
  • Editing software (e.g., Lightroom, Photoshop) ready for screen sharing
  • Any specific questions or topics you want to focus on during the session
  • A quiet, comfortable space for the session
  • Notepad or digital notes app for jotting down key points
Fri 23 Aug 2024, 2:30PM - 4:00PM (UTC+10) Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney
Suitable for all levels
A$125 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
Thu 5 Sep 2024, 8:00PM - 9:30PM (UTC+10) Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney
Suitable for all levels
A$125 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
Thu 12 Sep 2024, 8:00PM - 9:30PM (UTC+10) Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney
Suitable for all levels
A$125 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
Thu 19 Sep 2024, 8:00PM - 9:30PM (UTC+10) Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney
Suitable for all levels
A$125 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
Thu 26 Sep 2024, 8:30PM - 10:00PM (UTC+10) Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney
Suitable for all levels
A$125 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
Thu 3 Oct 2024, 8:30PM - 10:00PM (UTC+10) Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney
Suitable for all levels
A$125 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
Thu 10 Oct 2024, 8:30PM - 10:00PM (UTC+11) Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney
Suitable for all levels
A$125 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
Sat 26 Oct 2024, 3:30PM - 5:30PM (UTC+11) Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney
Suitable for all levels
A$125 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
Thu 31 Oct 2024, 8:00PM - 9:30PM (UTC+11) Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney
Suitable for all levels
A$125 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
Attend & win a trip to Greece with Sony!

Attend & win a trip to Greece with Sony!

Attend any event during Scene Festival, which runs between Sunday 1 September - Thursday 31 October 2024, and receive one entry into the draw for a chance to win one of five tickets to the ultimate Scene experience in Athens and Santorini, Greece! The more events you attend, the more chances you have to WIN!

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Luke Tscharke

Hi there! I'm a landscape, nature, and travel photographer living and working in Hobart, Tasmania. Photography has always held a special place in my heart, but ...

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Luke is a highly talented photographer and editor, and a natural tutor and mentor, who generously shares his knowledge with insight and clarity. ”

Stefan Eberhard, Free-Edit Live & Online: Session 1 - Seascapes
Barn Beams, Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, Tasmania
Prehistoric Dawn

Luke guidance to make the pics perfect is awesome”

Ani Christiani, Free-Edit Live & Online: Session 2 - Landscapes