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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.

Starting Never Ends is the one place for all Sony camera mini-sites. Learn about all new Sony camera products in a fun interactive way.

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

Starting Never Ends is the one place for all Sony camera mini-sites. Learn about all new Sony camera products in a fun interactive way.

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Where Water Meets Light – Create Stunning Poolside Portraits

About the event

Join award-winning portrait photographer and Sony Digital Imaging Advocate Australia, Zeeshan, for a unique Pool Portraits Photography Workshop, where fashion, water, and creative lighting come together to produce striking, cinematic images.

This hands-on session is designed for photographers who want to explore creative portrait techniques around water environments, including working with reflections, motion, styling, and dramatic lighting. Throughout the session, Zeeshan will guide participants through practical setups and share techniques used in professional fashion and editorial shoots.

Photographers will have the opportunity to work with professional models in styled outfits, capturing dynamic portraits both in and around the pool environment.

This workshop is suitable for beginner to advanced photographers who want to improve their portrait photography skills and explore creative concepts in a unique environment.

Techniques covered

  • How to create dramatic portraits using water environments 
  • Directing models for strong and natural poses 
  • Working with reflections, splash, and motion for visual impact 
  • Using natural light and controlled lighting for cinematic results 
  • Composition techniques for fashion and editorial-style portraits 
  • Practical tips for shooting around water safely and effectively

What to bring

  • Your Mirrorless or DSLR Camera 
  • 5in1 reflector
  • 24-70 / 70-200mm Lenses
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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Advocate

Zeeshan Zafar

I am a Melbourne based Portraiture Photographer and Photography Trainer. I started my photography journey as a Car Sports Photographer in 2004, but soon after I...

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Zee is a greta host, very informative and always happy to give advice and share any tips”

Scott Gick, Boho Beach Portraits Workshop
Jemima
Chelsea
Event capacity: 8
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