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Transform Your Photography:

Where?
Studio rooms for the workshop ‘Tranquil Park Maleny’ 483 Mountain View Rd, Maleny.
Photography at Subtropical Rainforest Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve and Gardener’s Falls, Maleny.

Total Cost: $995 (inc. GST) limited to 16 participants.

Costs include Steve’s self-paced Masterclass, Travel Guide eBooks, and video series valued at $395

What's Included

✅ Two full days of a blend of in-studio and immersive, field-based photography 
✅ Personal image review and goal-oriented feedback from Steve
✅ On-ground support with both Steve and Andrea
✅ 2-hour follow-up Zoom group session with Steve and Andrea for reflection and next steps
✅ Lifetime access to a private Facebook community for sharing and discussions
✅ Ongoing updates to Steve’s Masterclass and Travel Guide resources — yours for life
✅ Complete Photography Masterclass plus Travel Guide eBook series (valued at $395)
✅ Extended hours to capture the golden hours for forest and waterfall photography
✅ Post-production demonstrations using your submitted images
✅ Morning tea & afternoon tea, including barista coffee



Features of Our Two-day Workshop

✅ Photography From the Heart: Master lighting, composition, and colour.
✅ Create images full of emotion and meaning
✅ Rainforest Inspiration: Capture the magic of lush forests with hands-on guidance and story-driven photography
✅ Signature Editing Style: Use tailored techniques to turn photos into art and define your creative voice
✅ Gear & Trends: Explore the latest in camera tech and get more from your gear 
✅ Creative Life Ahead: Get personal feedback to align your passion with purpose and grow as a visual storyteller


Does this workshop match my skill level?

If you have a basic understanding of your camera settings—aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and how to navigate your menu—this workshop is perfect for you. Intermediate photographers and advanced creators wanting to deepen their artistic expression and explore adding purpose to their existing passion for photography will also feel right at home.

If you are still unsure contact - Steve at support@nature-connect.com.au for a friendly callback.

Pre-workshop: Complete our questionnaire to tell us about you and your goals, and upload some of your photos for Steve to use in his demonstrations and edits. A link will be provided after booking.

Post-workshop: Join Steve and Andrea for a 90-minute review, Q&A, and image sharing session.


Saturday — 9.00 am to 7.00 pm

Morning – Towards a creative vision

This session centres on identifying and nurturing your unique creative voice. You’ll learn practical strategies to overcome common barriers—time constraints, technical hurdles, costs, and competition. By recognising what makes you unique, you will unlock a deeper level of creativity and clarify your direction and goals.

Afternoon – Art and craft of capture + the art of seeing art

After lunch, we dive into the evolving world of cameras and technique, drawing on Steve’s 50 years of experience and his recent shift from DSLR to mirrorless. We will simplify the process of choosing and using gear that supports your creative vision. Steve will share his go-to settings and approaches, showing how your camera can become an extension of your imagination.

We then move into an Art of Seeing walk through the Mary Cairncross forests, finishing with a panoramic sunset shoot of the Glasshouse Mountains from the Tranquil Maleny verandahs.

Optional: Join Steve and Andrea for an evening drink and, for locals or guests staying onsite, dinner on the balcony (not included in the event cost).

Photography is not all about cameras and software;
it is much more about sensing, feeling and interpreting our creative vision.  – Steve Parish

Above: Transformation of a RAW photo image of the fallen leaves of an Illawarra Flame Tree from the Sanctuary forest floor into a spectacular piece of wall art for your home is a feature of our weekend together. We will show you step-by-step how to transform your images into a range of styles for wall art.

Sunday — 8.00 am to 6.30 pm

Morning – Art at your feet photo walk + the digital darkroom

Begin with an early forest walk, learning how to craft dramatic images from the forest floor. Back in the Tranquil Maleny studio, Steve demonstrates how expressive editing can add soul and emotion to your images—using your photographs as examples.

We then explore how to build curated collections with meaning, set priorities, and turn your computer into a focused creative hub.

Afternoon – Sharing your creative works + photoshoot at Gardners Falls

We explore opportunities within your chosen genres—wildlife, street, birds in flight, macro, underwater, and more. Steve shows you how to share your work safely and effectively, create value for others, and build meaningful connections through your art.

To conclude the weekend, we travel to nearby Gardners Falls for flowing water and rainforest photography—a beautiful and inspiring finale (see below).



What should I bring?

✅ Bring your complete camera kit – especially close-up and telephoto lenses if you have them.
✅ A tripod is essential – let us know if you need to borrow one.
✅ A laptop is optional, but recommended for editing sessions.
✅ Lightroom and Photoshop can be downloaded on a 7-day trial before the event.
✅ Bring an extension lead and extra power plug if using a laptop.
✅ Snacks, tea, and coffee provided in the morning and afternoon.
✅ Bring your lunch or pre-order from the Tranquil Park Café.
✅ Comprehensive course notes included, with links to all editing techniques shown – no need to take your own notes unless you prefer.



Your Hosts for the Weekend

Steve Parish is a renowned Australian nature photographer, author, publisher, and artist with over 50 years of experience. His love for underwater nature photography began in the 1960s, and he published his first book in 1974. Since then, he has become one of Australia’s most prominent nature photographers, with his captivating images featured in publications, exhibitions, and public events worldwide. Steve’s contributions to the field were recognised with the Order of Australia award in 2008. He founded Steve Parish Publishing in 1985, which grew into a multi-million dollar enterprise with 125 employees helping him achieve a pinnacle in Australian publishing with hundreds of educational books released globally.
>  Please view some of his works in general and children’s publishing
>  Visit Steve’s Art Site to learn about some artistic styles we will explore.
>  More about Steve.

Andrea Warren has spent the past 8 years formalising her passion for photography and design through formal education channels at TAFE, Qld, University of the Sunshine Coast and the University of Southern Qld. This has enabled her to marry her love of graphic design and photography into a business, On Point Photographic Services. She typically creates composite images, expands her knowledge, and builds her portfolio in her home-based photography and design studio. She makes many of her “In the Box” fine art portrait dance images in her studio. Andrea has a vast knowledge of computer-based programs, including Adobe’s InDesign, Photoshop and Lightroom. Andrea also now teachers at Tafe, Qld. She loves to create in every spare moment and, along with Steve, looks forward to adding her knowledge to the weekend’s sessions.
More about Andrea

What you will receive as a bonus.



Your Creative Toolbox for Life: You’ll receive a series of eBooks and videos filled with resources and tips, along with free updates for life to keep you inspired and growing. Dive into this unforgettable experience and see the world in a new light.
15 eBooks with accompanying videos valued at $390 are included in the workshop costs.


Our venues for the weekend

Studio indoor sessions – meals and optional accommodation ‘Tranquil Park Maleny’, Practical photography venues – Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve & Gardner’s Falls

A studio with the best view on the Sunshine Coast: All indoor sessions are held at this unique venue just minutes from Mary Cairncross and Gardners Falls. If you need weekend accommodation, be sure to request the photographers’ rooms—they offer the very best views.

We meet here from 8.30 am for a 9.00 am start. You’ll enjoy exclusive weekend access to the Mountain Room, with morning and afternoon barista-made coffee provided, plus a selection of lunch options available for purchase. It’s the perfect setting for a weekend immersed in all things photography.

Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve - comprises 55 hectares of subtropical rainforest overlooking the Glasshouse Mountains landscape. A remnant of the rainforests that once covered the Blackall Range, the reserve is a living museum of diverse plant and animal life, with tranquillity and beauty to delight

Gardners Falls is a hidden gem in Maleny. Park at the provided Gardener Falls carpark (drive down Obi Lane South, off Landsborough-Maleny Road), from there, you can begin a short walk downstream to the falls. There are shallow rock pools along the way, followed by larger pools downstream.

You will find more information on this event here - https://www.steveparish-natureconnect.com.au/events/

Any Questions, contact Steve at support@nature-connect.com.au for a friendly callback.