Low-Light Street Photography with Seiya Taguchi

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Low-Light Street Photography with Seiya Taguchi

Step into the night and see the city in a whole new light. Join professional photographer Seiya Taguchi for an immersive low-light street photography workshop through the vibrant streets of Haymarket and Chinatown, Sydney.

Learn how to harness the mood and mystery of ambient light, experiment with creative blur, and take full control of your camera settings to produce striking night-time imagery. This hands-on class is designed to sharpen both your technical skills and creative eye. With expert guidance from Seiya, you’ll dive into a wide range of low-light techniques - using everything from available street lighting to small artificial sources. Explore the ins and outs of manual exposure, master autofocus in challenging conditions, and discover how to balance aperture, ISO, and shutter speed for beautifully exposed, expressive shots after dark.

Whether you're a beginner looking to gain confidence shooting in low-light or a more experienced photographer looking to expand your creative toolkit, this workshop will open your eyes to a whole new way of seeing the night.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to try out the new Nikon Z5II along with a selection of NIKKOR Z lenses ideal for night shooting. A Nikon representative will be on hand to assist with gear loans and technical support throughout the workshop.

About Seiya

Seiya is a freelance Japanese Australian photographer based between Tokyo and Sydney.

With over 15 years of experience in photography, he has shot for clients which include: Amazon Prime, Russh, Nikon, Kayo, Vice News, Virgin Active, Capture One, Specsavers, Netflix, and more.

While he primarily focuses on Commercial Photography, the common thread within all his work is the humanity of the moment. Being born in Tokyo and growing up in Sydney, his unique perspective places human experience at the fore– Seiya captures those moments authentically through the use of light and composition, his eye for detail, and his zest for life, distilling them into an all-encompassing image.

Images by Seiya Taguchi

Recommended Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Topics Covered:

• Seeing Light Differently at Night
• ISO: Noise vs. Exposure Tradeoff
• Night-Friendly Lenses & Apertures
• Nikon Autofocus in Low Light
• Mastering Manual Mode at Night
• Handheld Shooting in Low Light
• Creative Blur & Motion Techniques
• Tripods, Tricks & Steady Shots

What to Bring:

• Mirrorless or DSLR Camera
• Fully Charged Batteries
• Memory Cards
• Camera Strap or Harness (for comfort and safety)
• Fast Prime Lens e.g. 35mm or 50mm
• Standard Zoom e.g. 24–70mm
• Water Bottle
• Notebook or Phone Notes App (for tips and settings)
• Comfortable Walking Shoes
• Weather-Appropriate Clothing

Optional:

• Tripod
• Speedlight / Flash
• Laptop / Tablet (for quick image reviews)
• Small LED Light / Flashlight (for visibility or light painting)

Gear Provided:

A variety of Nikon cameras (including the new Z5II) and lenses will be available for use during the class. Bring your own SD card if you'd like to keep your photos and footage!

For more course information or inquiries phone:

1300 851 435 (Mon-Fri 9-4 PM AEST)