What’s it like to be a young person living in Oakey in the 2021? How would you capture this using your camera?

Join experienced photographers Ben Tupas and Inge Gajczak for a two-day masterclass as they teach you the technical and artistic skills to take better photos with your DSLR or smartphone. With plenty of hands-on activities to practice your learning and produce a mini-collection of work ready to show off to the public, this workshop promises to help you see your world through a different lens.

Age: 14–22

Eligibility: Must live, work or study in Oakey.

When: Participants must commit to attending both sessions on the following dates:

• Day 1 - Tuesday 13 April, 10am to 3pm

• Night walk (optional - Tuesday 13 April, 6.30pm to 7.30pm

• Day 2 - Wednesday 14 April, 10am to 3pm

Location: Oakey Library, 60 Campbell Street, Oakey (plus outdoor photo walks)

Cost: Free

Registration: Complete the application form telling us why you would like to participate. Places for this program are limited, so please let us know how you would benefit. If you're under 18, your parent/carer must also give their permission.

Requirements:

• You will need to bring your own device for taking photos, whether it’s a smartphone or digital camera. (If you’re using a smartphone, we’ll ask you to install an app so you can access the manual settings of your phone’s camera.)

• If you are under 18, your parent/carer will need to sign you in and complete a photography consent form.

• You will also need to bring your own backpack, water bottle, hat and sunscreen for photo walks.

Free lunch will be provided on both days.

This is a COVIDSafe program. This means:

• sign in when you arrive for contact tracing

• use the hand sanitiser provided

• practice physical distancing

• please stay home if you’re feeling unwell.