Sapphire Coast Photography Workshop (Apr 2027)
Small-group coastal workshop built around the right light, tides and safe access at Sapphire Coast icons — Horse Head Rock, Glasshouse Rocks, Camel Rock and more. Fully inclusive: accommodation, airport transfers, local transport and daily editing sessions.
Leave with stronger long-exposure control, cleaner files and a Lightroom + Photoshop workflow you can repeat on any coastline — not just this one.
Session timing and exact sites are conditions-led and subject to access rules, permits and safety on the day. Follow signage and on-site guidance.
Who this is for
- Keen beginners to advanced photographers who want cleaner coastal results and better field decisions
- Anyone who wants a fully-inclusive trip — fly in, everything else is handled
- Photographers who want long exposures that look intentional, not muddy, with a repeatable method
- People who prefer calm, focused coaching in a genuinely small group
Not the right fit if…
- You need guaranteed night-sky sessions regardless of cloud, access or safety
- You're not comfortable moving on uneven terrain in low light
- You want guaranteed trophy locations over learning the craft of coastal composition
What you'll shoot
- Horse Head Rock: clean sunrise lines, wave timing, strong compositions
- Glasshouse Rocks: sea stacks, twilight colour, optional night setups (conditions permitting)
- Camel Rock: long exposures, leading lines, shutter matched to water energy
- Australia Rock + Mystery Bay: golden-hour textures, flexible options when swell shifts
- Night technique (conditions-led): focus, exposure foundations, clean data capture
- Editing: Lightroom + Photoshop workflow, blending, stacking, seascape finishing
What's included
- Small-group tuition — guided sunrise and sunset field sessions
- Accommodation included — single share, 3 nights (Bermagui base)
- Moruya Airport (MYA) transfers included both ways
- Local transport between accommodation and all shoot locations
- Daily editing sessions — Lightroom through advanced Photoshop
- 11-lesson editing video bundle post-workshop (AU$197 value)
- Workflow checklists + location planning tools
- Ongoing gear advice + access to Nikon / NiSi / Leofoto discounts
- AU$20M public liability insurance
Not included
- Flights to/from Moruya (MYA) — fly in, everything else is handled
- Meals and personal expenses
- Personal travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Adobe subscriptions (Lightroom/Photoshop)
Payment + cancellation
- AU$750 deposit secures your place
- Remaining balance due 60 days before the workshop start date
- Payment plans available on request
Cancellation policy
60+ days before start: refund of monies paid less $100 admin fee
30–59 days: 50% refund of monies paid
Under 30 days: no refund unless seat is filled; if filled, refund less $100 admin fee
ACL rights apply regardless
Full policy: dylanknight.com.au/cancellation-policy
Accommodation + transport
- Fly into Moruya Airport (MYA) — transfers both ways included
- Accommodation included for 3 nights, Bermagui base (single share)
- All transport between accommodation and shoot locations included
- No hire car needed — just book your flights
Night + optional astro approach (conditions-led)
Night sessions are planned first around moon phase and Milky Way alignment — but run only when conditions and safe access line up. We do not force it.
If the sky is closed in or access isn't suitable, we use that time for deeper editing, planning drills and field technique so you still leave with a repeatable process.
April timing: Autumn conditions on the Sapphire Coast typically bring stable light, calmer swell windows and cleaner sunrises. The Milky Way core rises earlier and higher through April, giving us a genuine opportunity on suitable nights.
What past participants say
Real feedback from real workshops.
"Before the workshop, my approach was simple — just take the shot. Now it's all about planning, preparation, and waiting for the light. Understanding light as the most fundamental element of composition was the real revelation, along with the discipline of arriving early to set up properly. The total experience will exceed expectations."
"Before the workshop, advanced techniques like exposure blending and shooting full manual felt out of reach. Three days on the Sapphire Coast changed that. I left not just with shots I'm genuinely proud of — particularly nailing slow water — but with a real understanding of why the process works. For anyone at an intermediate level sitting on the fence, I'd say do it."
"I've done quite a few workshops with Dylan now, and I keep coming back for good reason. The planning that goes into finding the right locations at the right time for the best light is exceptional — nothing is left to chance. And the Milky Way sessions? Absolutely fantastic. Dylan sets the bar high and consistently clears it."
"I considered myself a capable photographer before the workshop, but it surprised me how much I still had to learn — and how quickly small adjustments improved my results. Dylan challenged me creatively and helped me produce a collection of images I'm truly proud of. You gain so much more than just photos — you leave with practical skills, creative direction, and genuine confidence."
"Dylan brings a depth of knowledge and experience that's rare — but what sets him apart is his genuine willingness to share all of it. I learned an enormous amount over the workshop, yet never once felt overwhelmed. The pace was right, the instruction was clear, and every concept built on the last. I'd recommend this without hesitation."
"Definitely worth it — expert tuition, incredible locations, and a great group of like-minded photographers in a genuinely fun atmosphere. My photography has noticeably improved since the workshop. I have a much better understanding of both capturing and processing shots. If you're sitting on the fence, just go."
Logistics, locations, and how it runs
Exact session choices are conditions-led, aligned to tides, swell and access on the day.
Arrive Moruya + transfer + sunset
Transfer from Moruya Airport (MYA) to Bermagui base. Afternoon settle-in and workshop brief. Sunset session at a safe, accessible coastline option.
Sunrise + editing session + sunset (+ optional night*)
Sunrise at Horse Head Rock or conditions-led alternative. Daily editing session: seascape finishing, long-exposure control. Sunset session. Optional night opportunity (conditions permitting).
Sunrise + editing session + sunset (+ optional night*)
Sunrise at a different aspect for variety — Camel Rock, Glasshouse Rocks or alternative. Editing session: critique and measurable improvements. Sunset session. Optional night (conditions permitting).
Final sunrise + wrap + return transfer
Final sunrise — apply everything session. Review, Q&A and depart. Return transfer to Moruya Airport (MYA) for onward travel.
Planned locations
- Horse Head Rock (sunrise lines + wave timing)
- Glasshouse Rocks (sea stacks + twilight colour)
- Camel Rock (long exposures + leading lines)
- Australia Rock (golden-hour textures)
- Mystery Bay (flexible options when swell shifts)
- Cuttagee Beach (curves + reflections + soft colour)
Final site selection each session is conditions-led. If a location is unsuitable, we pivot to a safe, strong alternative.
Gear expectations
- Camera with manual controls
- Solid tripod (non-negotiable for long exposure)
- Ideal: wide lens (14–35mm) + standard zoom
- Telephoto optional for tighter compositions
- Spare batteries + lens cloth + rain cover
- Headtorch (required for early starts + low light)
- Grippy closed shoes (non-negotiable near wet rock)
- ND/CPL filters helpful, not required
- Laptop with Lightroom Classic recommended for editing sessions
Weather + conditions philosophy
We plan around the best available conditions, not a fixed checklist.
- Swell/wind up? Switch to sheltered platforms or higher-ground angles
- Rain? Deeper editing session + planning drills you can reuse anywhere
- Night unsuitable? Extended coastal coaching and workflow depth
Access rules can change. Always follow signage and on-site guidance.
Safety + fitness
- Uneven rocks, wet surfaces, short-to-moderate walks, early starts
- Swell and rogue sets are real — if access isn't safe, we move
- Night sessions: headlamp required, activity kept conservative
- Grippy footwear non-negotiable near wet rock and headlands
- Nobody is pressured into risky positions
Moderate fitness is ideal. If you have any concerns, contact us before booking.
FAQs
Direct answers before you book.
How much does it cost and what's the deposit?
A AU$750 deposit secures your place. The remaining balance is due 60 days before the workshop start date. Payment plans available on request.
What's included after the workshop?
Can I pay in instalments?
Is this suitable for beginners?
How fit do I need to be?
Are night / astro sessions guaranteed?
What happens if the weather or swell is bad?
What gear do I need?
Is accommodation and transport included?
What's the cancellation / refund policy?
30–59 days: 50% refund of monies paid
Under 30 days: no refund unless seat is filled; if filled, refund less $100 admin fee
ACL rights apply regardless
Full policy: dylanknight.com.au/cancellation-policy
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