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Luke Tscharke
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Advocate

Sony Hobart Cityscape Sunset Shoot

Luke Tscharke, Eric Peng
Image: Alpha 7R III (A7RM3A)
Scene Festival
Capture a classic Hobart cityscape scene with Luke and Sony at sunset

About the event

Join Sony Advocates Luke Tscharke and Eric Peng, and representatives from Sony Australia for a sunset shoot at the Hobart docks. We’ll be meeting on Hunter Street in front of the Henry Jones Art Hotel, with a stunning view of kunanyi / Mount Wellington as the backdrop. The historic docks in this area, including Macquarie Wharf No. 1, offer a variety of compositions with boats, reflections, and the city skyline.

This sunset shoot is run before an Astro session on South Arm, which you're also welcome to attend.

Friday October 4th 2024

  • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Sony Hobart Cityscape Sunset Shoot (Hobart CBD)

Saturday October 5th 2024 - NEW RESCHEDULED TIME

Event Partners & Loan Equipment

This event is run in conjunction with Stallard’s Camera House in Hobart, and there will be some Sony loan equipment available for you to try, thanks to Sony Australia. It’s a great opportunity to test out different gear and refine your sunset and long exposure photography skills. This event is open to anyone photographing with any camera brand, everyone is welcome.

Meeting Location

We’ll meet on Hunter Street in front of Henry Jones Art Hotel (30 Hunter Street, Hobart). This spot offers easy access to various shooting locations around the docks, including MACq 01. If you need a precise location, you can find it on Google Maps here. We recommend arriving a little early if possible as sunset is at 6:21 PM.

Equipment and Filters

A sturdy tripod is essential for this shoot. We recommend bringing your own ND filters if you plan to capture long exposures during the brighter moments of the evening. We’ll be there to help you get the most out of your camera gear and guide you in capturing the best possible shots of the docks and surrounding area.

Techniques covered

  • Sunset photography
  • Long exposure photography
  • Composing with boats, reflections, and urban elements
  • Adjusting settings as the light changes

What to bring

  • Camera (all cameras welcome)
  • Wide-angle lenses
  • Charged batteries and empty memory cards
  • Tripod
  • ND filters (if you have them)
  • Warm clothing
  • Comfortable footwear
  • Water and snacks

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

Yes, there will be some Sony loan equipment available for you to try, thanks to Sony Australia. It's a great opportunity to test out different gear during the event.
We recommend wearing warm clothing and comfortable footwear as we will be outdoors, and it may get chilly by the water.
Yes, there is paid meter parking available near the meeting point on Hunter Street.
Yes, minors are welcome to attend as long as they’re accompanied by a responsible adult who has also booked a ticket and is available to provide supervision during the event.
Absolutely, you can contact Luke here with any questions.
Fri 4 Oct 2024, 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Suitable for all levels
A$15 per/person    
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