Wide & Wild: A Sony Journey Through the Blue Mountains

Join professional photographer and Sony advocate Jay Evans for a full-day, immersive landscape photography tour through the stunning Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. This small-group, hands-on workshop is designed for photographers of all skill levels and offers a unique opportunity to test the powerful new Sony FE 16mm F1.8 G lens—a lightweight, ultra-wide-angle prime ideal for low-light and sweeping landscape scenes.

From sunrise to sunset, you’ll capture majestic valleys, dramatic cliffs, and eucalyptus-draped ridgelines while receiving expert instruction in the field. Return transport from Sydney, meals, and Sony gear are all included.

🎯 What We Will Do

Spend the day exploring a curated route of iconic Blue Mountains lookouts, learning how to master light, composition, and camera settings to elevate your landscape photography.

🕒 Sample Itinerary

• 🕔 5:00AM – Meet at Central Station, Sydney (Waivers & Briefing)
• 🚐 5:15AM – Travel to Echo Point for Sunrise
• 🌄 6:45AM – Gear Handout & Sunrise Shoot at Echo Point
• 🍳 7:30AM – Breakfast & Gear Familiarisation in Leura
• 🏞️ 8:30AM – Visit Lookouts in Leura, Wentworth Falls & Katoomba
  • Elysian Rock
  • Wentworth Falls
  • Cahills Lookout
• 🍴 12:00PM – Lunch Stop in Blackheath
• 🌲 12:30PM – Explore Blackheath, Mt Victoria, Bells Line of Road & Medlow Bath
  • Govetts Leap
  • Anvil Rock
  • Centennial Glen
  • Walls Lookout
• 🌅 4:00PM – Sunset Shoot at Lincoln’s Rock
• 📦 5:30PM – Gear Collection & Return to Sydney
• 🏙️ 7:00PM – Drop-off at Central Station

🧰 Sony Loan Equipment

🎥 Try the Sony FE 16mm F1.8 G Lens

Each participant will have access to this premium wide-angle lens, perfect for handheld low-light and expansive landscape photography.

📸 Need a Sony Alpha Camera?

We have a limited number of Sony Alpha camera bodies available. To access loan gear:

• 💾 Bring a blank SD card (32GB or more) (all data will be formatted)

• 🪪 Provide a valid photo ID (Driver's License or NSW Photo Card)

  Loan gear is participant's responsibility during the event

🎓 What You Will Learn

• 🌄 Landscape photography composition for dramatic natural scenes
• 🌙 Handheld low-light shooting techniques using fast primes
• 📷 How to shoot wide-angle scenes with visual impact
• ⚙️ Real-world camera settings & shooting tips from a pro
• 💡 How to use Sony Alpha gear to its fullest potential

📦 Inclusions

• 🚌 Return transport from Central Station Sydney to the Blue Mountains
• 🎥 Sony loan gear – FE 16mm F1.8 G lens + Sony Alpha body (if needed)
• 🍳 Breakfast & lunch (set menu at selected cafés)
• 💧 Bottled water throughout the day
• 📸 Guidance & tuition from Jay Evans, Sony Digital Imaging Advocate

🎒 What to Bring

• 📷 Your Sony Alpha camera (loan body available if needed)
• 📍 Sturdy tripod (limited loan tripods available)
• 🧥 Warm layered clothing suitable for mountain conditions
• 🧣 Winter jacket or coat
• 👟 Hiking boots or sturdy footwear with warm socks
• 🚰 Reusable water bottle

🧭 Fitness Level

🟢 Grade 2: Easy to Moderate

This tour includes short walks on uneven terrain and some stairs to reach the lookouts. Participants should have a moderate level of fitness and mobility. Not suitable for those with limited walking ability or injuries.

💻 Post Event Online Sessions

Enhance your learning experience:

• 🖥️ Post-Event Editing & Critique

  Join Jay for an online session to refine your best images and get valuable feedback. Ideal prep for submitting to the Sony Alpha Awards.

🚀 Book Your Spot Today

Don’t miss this chance to capture the epic beauty of the Blue Mountains with professional guidance and top-tier Sony gear. Whether you’re refining your technique or shooting for the Alpha Awards, this workshop is your ticket to breathtaking images.

👉 Spaces are limited—secure your place now and go wide, go wild.

• 🌄 Landscape photography composition for dramatic natural scenes
• 🌙 Handheld low-light shooting techniques using fast primes
• 📷 How to shoot wide-angle scenes with visual impact
• ⚙️ Real-world camera settings & shooting tips from a pro
• 💡 How to use Sony Alpha gear to its fullest potential

• 📷 Your Sony Alpha camera (loan body available if needed)
• 📍 Sturdy tripod (limited loan tripods available)
• 🧥 Warm layered clothing suitable for mountain conditions
• 🧣 Winter jacket or coat
• 👟 Hiking boots or sturdy footwear with warm socks
• 🚰 Reusable water bottle
• FOR LOAN GEAR:
• 💾 Bring a blank SD card (32GB or more) (all data will be formatted)
• 🪪 Provide a valid photo ID (Driver's License or NSW Photo Card)