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Photographing Birds in Coastal Habitats

Photographing Birds in Coastal Habitats

Sunday 07 June
Corrimal - 8am - 2 Hours
Wollongong Photography Group
Sue Curtis
Explore the diverse birdlife of Bellambi Lagoon with both beach and freshwater environments while learning how to set your camera up specifically for bird photography.

We'll work through autofocus modes and tracking settings, selecting appropriate shutter speeds for action, balancing aperture and ISO for sharpness and subject isolation, and preparing for quick-reaction shooting. The session will also include tips on anticipating behaviour and positioning for clean compositions.
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$49.00       0 places left
Basic Stitches for Beginners

Basic Stitches for Beginners

Saturday 13 June
Corrimal - 10am - 3 Hours
Wollongong Crochet Club
Clair Coles
Dive into the world of crochet with our Basic Stitches for Beginners class. Perfect for crochet newbies, those revisiting their hooks after a hiatus, or anyone seeking more guidance on fundamental stitches. From mastering holding the yarn to creating picture perfect stitches, we have got you covered. No need to worry about materials - everything you need is included. Join us for a creative journey into the basics.
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$98       0 places left
Coastal Milky Way Rising

Coastal Milky Way Rising

Saturday 13 June
Wombarra - 6:30pm - 2 Hours
Wollongong Photography Group
Sue Curtis
Capture the winter Milky Way as it rises above the ocean, using the dramatic coastal Wombarra headland, with a open sea horizon and textured rock formations to create strong night-sky compositions. This session will focus on planning, focusing in the dark, balancing sky and foreground, and using the coastline to add depth and atmosphere.
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$49       0 places left

Gleniffer Brae, Botanic Gardens - Mini Photo Session

Gleniffer Brae, Botanic Gardens - Mini Photo Session

Saturday 27 June
Keiraville
My Family Photo - Wollongong
Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.

book now       10:00am       $270

book now       10:30am       $270
Joining Granny Squares Class PART 2

Joining Granny Squares Class PART 2

Saturday 27 June
Corrimal - 10am - 3 Hours
Wollongong Crochet Club
Clair Coles
Learn how to join your beautiful crochet squares and or daisy granny squares in this class. This is the second part of the basic granny square class or the daisy granny square class or the willow square class. You've already crocheted your beautiful crochet squares or squares for your bag, now learn how to join them. You'll learn how to make the bag straps if doing a bag and if doing a blanket how to put a border on the blanket. PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST BRING YOUR COMPLETED SQUARES TO THE CLASS AND YARN TO JOIN YOUR SQUARESThis is the second part to ANY of the crochet squares class ie - basic granny squares, daisy granny squares or williow granny squares Note This class is suitable for beginners who already know the basics - how to hold their hook, and chain, if you can do that then this class is for you. This class is a part 2 class. You will need to have already made your squares and be ready to join them. Important Materials You Need to BringFor this class, you must supply your own yarn and hook and bring your completed squares with you.All patterns and instructions, including video tutorials, are included in the class cost.

This is the second part to ANY of the crochet squares class ie - basic granny squares, daisy granny squares or williow granny squares

Note: This class is suitable for beginners who already know the basics - how to hold their hook, and chain, if you can do that then this class is for you. This class is a part 2 class. You will need to have already made your squares and be ready to join them.
Important: Materials You Need to Bring
For this class, you must supply your own yarn and hook and bring your completed squares with you.

All patterns and instructions, including video tutorials, are included in the class cost.
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$88      
Post-processing and Editing Lightroom Basics ZOOM

Post-processing and Editing Lightroom Basics ZOOM

Thursday 02 July
Zoom Online - 7pm - 2 Hours
Wollongong Photography Group
Sue Curtis
Take your photos further with a practical introduction to post-processing using Lightroom Classic.In this Zoom session, we will start with the basics and explore how Lightroom can help you organise, select, edit and enhance your images. We will look at catalogues, choosing and rating photos, basic adjustments, tone and colour, colour grading, presets, brushes, masks, HDR blending and panorama stitching.We will also cover simple workflow ideas, useful shortcuts and tips to help make editing more efficient and less overwhelming.Lightroom Classic is an excellent starting point for anyone wanting to begin their photo editing journey. Even if you do not currently use Lightroom, this session will give you a helpful overview of what post-processing can do and how it can open up creative possibilities for your photography.This session will be held via Zoom.A Zoom link will be provided after booking. The presentation will be recorded.
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$49      

Daisy Square Blanket Class part one

Daisy Square Blanket Class part one

Saturday 04 July
Corrimal - 10am - 3 Hours
Wollongong Crochet Club
Clair Coles
This blanket works up quickly if you use chunky yarn. It's a great modern pattern, and once you've mastered the skills, you will continue on your crochet journey. Note This class is suitable for beginners who already know the basics - how to hold their hook, and chain, if you can do that then this class is for you. I will be teaching you how to make the modern popular daisy granny square blanket. This class will be done in a few parts - making the squares is class one, then joining the squares and adding a border to the blanket is class two. The additional class will be scheduled at the first class to ensure all can attend. For this class you need to bring your own yarn and materials or you can purchase a daisy square blanket yarn kit, Important Materials You Need to Bring for this class, you must supply your own yarn and hook. It is recommended that you bring- Chunky yarn recommended yarn in at least three different colours- hook size to work with your yarn. The pattern and instructions, including video tutorials, are included in the class cost. If you wish to purchase a yarn kit please email me when you book the class to order kit and choose your colours at [email protected]

Please bring your own materials: chunky or 12ply yarn in three colours (preferable), matching hook, small scissors, measuring tape. Patterns and follow-up videos included.

Kits available for this Daisy Square class. Email Clair at [email protected] to order.

See venue for arrival/meeting point. If running late or cannot find us, contact Clair via mobile on your booking.
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$88       1 places left
Basic Stitches for Beginners

Basic Stitches for Beginners

Saturday 11 July
Corrimal - 10am - 3 Hours
Wollongong Crochet Club
Clair Coles
Dive into the world of crochet with our Basic Stitches for Beginners class. Perfect for crochet newbies, those revisiting their hooks after a hiatus, or anyone seeking more guidance on fundamental stitches. From mastering holding the yarn to creating picture perfect stitches, we have got you covered. No need to worry about materials - everything you need is included. Join us for a creative journey into the basics.
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$98       1 places left
Milky Way Over Island Shores

Milky Way Over Island Shores

Saturday 11 July
Windang Beach - 6:30pm - 2 Hours
Wollongong Photography Group
Sue Curtis
Explore the Milky Way from the unique coastal setting of Windang Island surrounded by water, rock platforms and shifting shoreline views. This session will make use of the island shape, reflections, sea movement and foreground textures to create more dynamic astro-landscape images.
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$49       0 places left

Post Processing and Editing: Next Level Lightroom Classic ZOOM

Post Processing and Editing: Next Level Lightroom Classic ZOOM

Monday 13 July
Zoom Online - 7pm - 2 Hours
Wollongong Photography Group
Sue Curtis
This Zoom session continues from Post-Processing and Editing: Lightroom Basics and is designed for those who are already familiar with the main Lightroom Classic editing tools.
In this more in-depth session, we will explore how to take your editing further using Lightroom’s more advanced features. A major focus will be on the powerful masking tools, including brush masks, subject and sky selection, landscape masks, colour range masks and luminosity range masks. We will also look at how masks can be combined, layered and refined to create more controlled and creative edits.
We will also explore some of the newer Lightroom features, including improved AI Generative Remove, distraction removal tools, Lens Blur, Adaptive Profiles, enhanced Denoise and Super Resolution options, HDR editing tools, and workflow improvements such as Assisted Culling and improved copy/paste settings.
This session is best suited to photographers who have already attended the Lightroom Basics session or who are comfortable with the basic Develop panel. If you are completely new to Lightroom, it would be better to wait for the next Post-Processing and Editing: Lightroom Basics session, which will be offered again in the next couple of months.
A Zoom link will be provided after booking. This presentation will be recorded.
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$49      
C2C Crochet Class

C2C Crochet Class

Saturday 18 July
Corrimal - 10am - 3 Hours
Wollongong Crochet Club
Clair Coles
Discover the artistry and versatility of corner-to-corner crochet in our upcoming class! Participants will unlock the secrets to creating stunning geometric designs while mastering this popular technique. Whether you're a beginner seeking a creative outlet or an experienced crocheter looking to expand your skill set, this class offers a welcoming environment for all levels. Join us for an enriching experience where you'll not only learn a new craft but also connect with fellow enthusiasts in a supportive community. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your crochet repertoire and unleash your creativity with corner-to-corner crochet!
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$98      
Winter Milky Way and Coastal Nightscapes

Winter Milky Way and Coastal Nightscapes

Saturday 18 July
Stanwell Tops - 6:30pm - 2.0 Hours
Wollongong Photography Group
Sue Curtis
Capture the winter beauty of the elevated Milky Way in this practical night photography session. We will use the surrounding coastal landscape, open sky, foreground shapes and natural textures to create strong, atmospheric astro compositions. This session will cover planning your shoot, choosing camera settings for sharp stars, focusing in the dark, balancing the brightness of the sky and foreground, and using the landscape to add depth and mood to your images. Suitable for photographers who have knowledge of manual camera settings as well as photographers who would like to improve their night-sky technique and composition.
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$49      

ABOUT WOLLONGONG
WATERCOLOUR
GROUP
Come along to our meetups to improve your art in a relaxed and social atmosphere and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials. If you are a complete beginner all you need to start is a set of watercolour paints, brushes, and water container.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

Join the Wollongong Watercolour Group on Facebook to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.
REVIEWS
Max was very friendly and had good knowledge of watercolour skills and techniques that he was happy to share throughout the session.
5/5
Suzy
2026-03-16
ARTISTS
Marilu Marron
Art enthusiast, I've taken all the art classes I could over the past 20 years and now I'm happy to share what I've learned
PHOTOS
Liverpool Watercolour Group
2026-06-03
Title or Location: Bromborough, Wirral, UK
A morning with the Wirral Urban Sketchers. A quick 2hr sketch of Victorian School building in pen and watercolour, in A3 sketch book.
Credit: Richard Oldfield
Facebook: richard.oldfield.752
Instagram: @richardmo55

Newcastle Watercolour Group
2026-06-02
Title or Location: Newcastle Thunder
This painting was created for a charity rugby event in Newcastle and will be featured on their warm up kit, it features landmarks of Newcastle/Northumberland and includes a stormy sky with lightning as a nod to the clubs name. It will be auctioned to raise funds for the Royal British Legion on the day of the charity match.
Credit: Shelley Johnson
Houston Watercolor Group
2026-06-01
Title or Location: Early Summer Sunset - Houston
Beautiful early summer sunset. Particular love the dark cityscape as the backdrop. The sharp contrast made it a perfect inspiration for painting.
Credit: Claire Zhang

Auckland Watercolour Group
2026-06-01
Title or Location: NZ
Christmas plein air study at Collins Memorial Reserve, South Island.A quiet rural morning ,soft light, distant hills and a few simple shapes dissolved into the atmosphere.Watercolour on paper half sheet
Credit: Xin Yi

Atlanta Watercolor Group
2026-06-01
Title or Location: Island Sunset
This 9x12 watercolor was inspired by a photograph of the Turks and Caicos Islands at sunset where she was recently visiting. Plam trees dominate tge scene overlaying the bushes with a peek of the cabanas and calm ocean in the background. You see the sky at sunset with dark rainclouds on the horizon. I painted this piece to exemplify atmospheric landscapes with both energy and tranquility,
Credit: John Neal
Instagram: @artbyjohnniesart
Houston Watercolor Group
2026-06-01
Title or Location: Early Summer Sunset
Beautiful sunset in an early summer evening. I particularly like the dark cityscape as the backdrop. The sharp contrast made it a perfect image to paint after.
Credit: Claire Zhang

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