Creative workshops
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Each school holidays, kids aged 8–14 can learn new creative skills with industry professionals and educators in our hands-on workshops.
The museum runs different 1 and 2 day workshops every school holidays. Check back regularly to see what's coming up.
Photography with OM SYSTEM
1 day workshop
Tuesday 15 or Wednesday 16 April
Be inspired by the Ocean Photographer of the Year exhibition and the museum's scenic surrounds as you adventure on a photo shoot in and around the museum, led by award winning travel and adventure photographer and OM SYSTEM Ambassador Matt Horspool, including access to using high-performance OM SYSTEM cameras.
Explore harbour views through the camera’s lens as you go on outdoor photo shoots, master the art of shooting various subjects in different environments.
This workshop is an opportunity to learn and build on skills in using various modes on an advanced camera to capture amazing images that tell a story.
All participants get a large format printed copy of their best photo, which is displayed in a special pop up exhibition at the museum after the workshop.
Suitable for all experience levels, ages: 8-14.
Cost: $110 General $95 Member $100 Earlybird
Course presented in partnership with OM SYSTEM, proud supporters of the Ocean Photographer of the Year Sydney Exhibition.
Bookings essential
About Matt Horspool
Matt Horspool is an award-winning adventure travel photographer based in Sydney, Australia. Born in South Korea and raised in rural New South Wales, Matt's passion for the natural world was ignited by the captivating images in National Geographic magazines during his youth. This early fascination led him to embark on extensive travels, having explored over 50 countries across six continents.
Matt's diverse photographic portfolio encompasses aerial photography, underwater imagery, landscapes, and portraits. His work has been featured in various print and online publications and has been recognised in several prestigious photography awards, such as the Australian Photography Awards and the Redbull Illume competition.
In addition to his freelance work, Matt serves as a Photography Guide for Aurora Expeditions, leading photography tours to some of the world's most remote corners, including the polar regions. His role allows him to share his expertise and passion for adventure photography with fellow enthusiasts.
In 2017, Matt embarked on our VISION Project across Central Asia and has worked closely with OM SYSTEM as an official ambassador since then. What he loves most about photography is the incredible locations you document and the amazing people you meet. Sharing in those ‘Wow’ moments amplifies the experience in a way no other vocation can compare.
Reporting Live from the Abyss
2 day TV presenting workshop
Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 April
Create and star in your own imaginative TV segments inspired by our Ultimate Depth and Ocean Photographer of the Year exhibitions.
Learn clever techniques in green-screen, scripting, directing, acting and film-making as you produce your own creative digital stories.
Have your finished work displayed for family and friends in a special-event cinema screening.
Cost: $170/ $150 members or Earlybird (before 10 april)
Bookings essential
General information
- Please arrive in the museum foyer for registration 5–10 minutes prior to the program
- Parents/carers will be required to sign permission forms on the day
- Participants are fully supervised at all times during the programs
- Participants should bring their own drinks, lunch and snacks
- Please wear suitable clothing, sturdy shoes and sun protection for any time spent outdoors
- All workshop materials are supplied
- No printed tickets are necessary, we will check in via the guestlist
- Our Plan your visit has everything you need to know about a trip to the museum
