Tasmania East Coast Photography Workshop (TAS)
Small-group coastal workshop built for photographers who want stronger seascapes fast: lichen-covered granite at first light, turquoise bays, long-exposure water, and the Hazards at sunset. Night-sky technique is taught in a conditions-led way that respects access rules and approvals.
Leave with a repeatable long-exposure setup (tripod discipline, shutter choices, clean files) and a practical Lightroom workflow you can repeat on your next coast.
Note: specific locations and session timing are always subject to conditions, access, approvals and safety. Follow signage and on-site guidance.
Who this is for
- Keen beginners to advanced photographers who want cleaner coastal results and better decision-making in the field
- Anyone who wants long exposures that look intentional (not muddy) with a repeatable method
- Photographers who prefer calm coaching in a genuinely small group
Not the right fit if…
- You need guaranteed night-sky sessions regardless of access, cloud or safety
- You're not comfortable moving on uneven terrain in low light
- You prefer “trophy hunting” locations over learning the craft and ethics of coastal composition
What you'll shoot
- Bay of Fires: lichen-covered granite, turquoise bays, surf motion, texture studies
- Freycinet: the Hazards at golden hour, coastal lookouts, coves, clean silhouettes
- Long exposures: shutter choices that match swell + wave energy
- Night technique (conditions-led): taught in a way that respects access rules and approvals
What's included
- Small-group tuition with guided sunrise/sunset field sessions
- Accommodation included across the workshop
- Launceston Airport transfers + in-workshop transport between accommodation and locations
- Daily editing sessions (review, workflow, and finishing)
- 11-video editing bundle post-workshop (value AU$297)
- Free gear advice (before and after the workshop)
- Access to discounts on genuine Nikon products plus NiSi / Leofoto
Not included
- Flights to/from Launceston (LST)
- Meals and personal expenses (unless provided by accommodation)
- Personal travel insurance (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 (instalments available on request)
Cancellation policy (locked)
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 in/out Launceston (LST)
- Airport transfers included
- Workshop transport included between accommodation and shoot locations
- Route plan: Launceston → Bay of Fires (St Helens / Binalong Bay) → Freycinet (Coles Bay) → Launceston
Night + after-hours approach (ethical + conditions-led)
All after-hours and night locations are subject to Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service discretion and approval.
Where night access is prohibited at a site, we'll shoot during twilight and teach ethical blending techniques for Milky Way landscapes, using sky captures from permitted locations and foregrounds captured safely in low light.
Why February? This workshop is timed around the new moon to give us the darkest possible skies for Milky Way core work. Aurora Australis and airglow are never guaranteed, but the timing maximises our chances of clean sky colour when the atmosphere turns it on.
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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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 and would sign up for another workshop in a heartbeat."
"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."
Logistics, locations, and how it runs
Exact session choices are conditions-led and aligned to access approvals.
Arrive Launceston → Bay of Fires base + sunset
Fly into Launceston and transfer to the St Helens / Binalong Bay area. Sunset session at a safe, accessible coastline option.
Bay of Fires sunrise + technique + sunset
Sunrise granite/lichen compositions. Daily editing session. Sunset at a different aspect for variety.
Bay of Fires → Coles Bay area + Hazards sunset
Transfer to the Coles Bay area. Sunset + blue hour for Hazards structure and silhouettes (access and safety dependent).
Freycinet options + daily editing
Sunrise session (conditions-led). Formed-track coastline options. Daily editing session to lock in your strongest set.
Final sunrise + wrap + return to Launceston
Final sunrise focused on your priority technique. Return transfer to Launceston for evening flights or onward travel.
Planned locations · Bay of Fires
- The Gardens
- Sloop Rock Lookout
- Binalong Bay Beach
- Binalong Bay National Whale Trail
- Skeleton Point
- Peron Dunes
We don't just shoot the icons; we explore the story. From the Whale Trail at Binalong Bay to the ancient granite of the Hazards, you'll learn to capture the story behind the scenery.
Final site usage is always subject to on-ground conditions and access approvals.
Planned locations · Freycinet
- Coles Bay lookout options (where applicable)
- Honeymoon Bay
- Mount Amos lookout (conditions and fitness dependent)
- Sleepy Bay
- Wineglass Bay Beach
- Wineglass Bay Lookout
If an option is unsuitable on the day, we pivot to a safer, approved alternative nearby.
Gear expectations
- Camera with manual controls
- Sturdy tripod (non-negotiable for long exposure)
- Ideal lens range: wide-to-mid (e.g. 14–70mm)
- Telephoto optional for compression and tighter Hazards compositions
- Polariser/ND optional (helpful, not required)
- Headtorch + spare batteries for early starts
- Laptop recommended for daily editing sessions
Weather + conditions
This workshop is conditions-led. We plan around swell, wind, cloud, and safe access so you still get strong work without forcing a location.
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.
What's included after the workshop?
Can I pay in instalments?
What experience level do I need?
How fit do I need to be?
Is astrophotography included?
What happens if the weather or swell is bad?
What gear should I bring?
Is accommodation or 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
Priority List open
Join for a 48-hour head start when bookings open (before the main mailing list and public release).
