Large-format photography workshop with Shea Kirk

This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of contemporary photographic portraiture with an in-depth look at Shea’s personal practice, sharing his passion as you are guided through the steps to create a portrait.

Focusing on the slow and intentional process inherent to large format photography, learn about what is involved – from loading film to making the final exposure – as Shea breaks down the physics and how to work with these cameras into simple steps.

Suitable for all levels of knowledge and experience, from those who have never picked up a camera before to those who already shoot film and are curious about making the jump to large format.

All materials and tea and coffee are provided.

This is a full-day workshop, please bring a packed lunch to eat in our courtyard or enjoy a short stroll to cafes nearby.

About the artist

Shea Kirk is a contemporary artist working with traditional photographic methods and techniques. Interfacial Intimacies includes Kirk’s artwork, Machar (left and right view), 2021 From the Vantages series where the artist photographs individuals from the immediate and extended communities they are part of.

He won the National Photographic Portrait Prize 2023, National Photographic Portrait Prize 2020 Art Handlers’ Award, and has been shortlisted for numerous prizes including the National Photographic Portrait Prize (2018, 2019, 2022), Bowness Photography Prize (2020, honourable mention 2021, 2022, 2023), Olive Cotton Award (2015, 2019, highly commended 2021, 2023).

This workshop is part of the exhibition Interfacial Intimacies.

Event Snapshot:

Date: Saturday, 22 June

Time: 10am - 4pm

Location: Redcliffe Art Gallery - 1 Irene Street, Redcliffe

Cost: $20 BOOK HERE