Pittwater Life May 2018 Issue

Art Life
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Snap decision a great idea
Looking for something different as a
Mother’s Day gift this year? Consider
giving mum a gift voucher for a oneon-one
day of photography tuition.
Professional landscape photographer
Peter Sedgwick says although many
people own a digital camera, plenty
are unsure how to use it correctly.
“The best way to improve the results
that you are getting from your photography,
and to enjoy it more, is to learn
how to use your camera properly,” said
Peter. “If you own an SLR camera, or
one of the amazing compact cameras
that are available today, then you have
the ability to control every function that
the camera uses to create an image.”
Peter says that if you are taking
photos with the camera settings left on
‘Auto’ mode, then you are missing out
on the pleasure of participating in the
making of a beautiful image.
“When you look at stunning landscape
photography, showing nature in
all its rich, vibrant colours and sharp
clarity, I am sure you feel a little envious
of those images and wonder how
they are achieved.
“Part of the answer is that the photographers
have taken themselves out to
beautiful places – in itself one of the best
reasons to pursue photography – but
most importantly, the camera has to be
set up to correctly capture the light.”
You will learn all about the correct
use of your camera’s functions by attending
one of Peter’s courses. He also
runs 2- and 3-day workshops, away to
beautiful locations outside of Sydney.
“These trips have taken us to the
Blue Mountains, the South Coast or to
the beautiful waterfalls and rainforests
of the mid north coast,” he said.
All of Peter’s tuition is one on one,
but should you wish to bring along a
friend or partner, they can come along
at half price.
Peter will be displaying his photography
at Warriewood Square (in front of
Quiksilver), from April 30 through May
13; more info
threepeaksphotography.com.au
Set your creative
spirit free for a Day
A
s part of their free Open Day on June 2,
Sydney Design School are putting out a
challenge to budding interior designers: “Roll
up your sleeves and get creative with us!”
Their ‘Designer for a Day’ initiative is a popup
which invites you to develop a personal
mood board using inspirational images, fabric
swatches and paint colours to convey your
own style. And if you photograph
your mood board
and post it to Instagram on
the day, you’ll go into the
running to win a place in
a fantastic two-day Masterclass
in Interior Decoration.
“We love the opportunity
to show that our school
is an amazing community
that hums with creativity,”
said Director Amanda
Grace. “We have a personal
and unique approach to
education, delivered in a
boutique design studio
environment.”
Amanda’s team of educators,
who are also practising interior designers
and decorators, will be on hand to answer
questions and give advice.
Also, the school’s Careers Coach will give insight
into this growing area of employment.
Don’t miss Amanda’s presentation from
10.30-11am. She’ll be sharing information on
the career and short courses on offer, along
with the flexible learning options. You can be a
designer for more than just one day!
The Sydney Design School is located at
2/40 Oxley Street, St Leonards. Open day is
Saturday 2 June (10am-12pm); register to attend
online at sydneydesignschool.com.au
34 MAY 2018
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