Upcoming Events and Workshops

South Perth StrEATS

What to expect
This outing is a “target-rich” environment for street and lifestyle photography:
– Candid Human Interest: Capture the joy of communal dining—families on picnic rugs, friends sharing diverse cuisines, and the “organized chaos” of the food truck queues.
– Environmental Portraits: The food truck vendors themselves are often great subjects, framed by their colorful trucks and the steam/smoke of live cooking.
– The Golden Hour: As the sun sets, the light hitting the Swan River and the Perth CBD skyline provides a stunning glow. It’s the perfect time to experiment with silhouettes and long shadows across the parkland.
– Action & Motion: Focus on the “strEAT” food preparation—the flip of a burger, the pour of a drink, or children playing in the open spaces of Sir James Mitchell Park.
– Urban Landscape: After 6:30 PM, the “blue hour” sets in. Use a tripod to capture the neon lights of the food trucks juxtaposed against the glittering skyline of the city across the water.
Where to meet
Meet near the Coode Street Flagpole at 5:00 PM to sync up before wandering the stalls. After the light fades, we can regroup to share our favorite captures over a bite from one of the trucks.
Parking
Parking is available at the park for a $2 donation, which supports local community groups.
Suggested gear
– Prime Lenses: A 35mm or 50mm (full-frame equivalent) is ideal for candid street shots and low-light performance.
– Wide Angle: To capture the scale of the foreshore and the city skyline.
– Comfortable Shoes: You’ll be moving between the trucks and the riverbank to find the best angles.
– Tripod: For longer exposures in low light.

Event updates will be provided through Facebook Messenger to those who flag “going” on Facebook
Attendance at this event is free for all financial members, Facebook members and friends.
Transport, parking and all meals & drinks are to be self-funded.

Sculpture by the Sea 2026

What to bring:
– Your camera or phone-camera (obviously)
– SD cards and batteries
– A standard-zoom lens or a macro lens
– Comfortable shoes or flipflops
– Sunscreen or a hat (there’s still a bite in that Autumn sun)

Event updates will be provided through Facebook Messenger
Attendance at this event is free for all financial members, Facebook members and friends.
Registration via Eventbrite is important for us to know how many will attend.
All meals and drinks are to be self-funded.

Shutterpups @ Fringe World 2026

Call out for Shutterpups members to attend & photograph a Fringe World Show

By arrangement with the artists, Shutterpups members have been welcomed to attend and photograph this final performance of “Dragged Through the Desert” at Fringe World 2026.
Due to venue restrictions only photographs taken with mobile phone devices will be permitted – so just pop your DSLR in a bag under your seat during the show.
Meet Up from 5 PM (dinner and drinks)
Show Time 6:10 PM (be early to get the best seat @ the Big Top tent)
Show Ends 7:10 PM (approx)
Socialise through to 9 PM (and take some great festival photos)

Eight (8) tickets have been pre-purchased for Shutterpups financial members @$40 each
Other members are welcome to purchase their own tickets.

What to bring
– Your camera or phone-camera (for Fringe World photos)
– Your phone-camera (for photographs of the performance)
– SD cards and batteries (charged)
– A standard-zoom lens
Restrictions
– Strictly no flash photography or tripods allowed
– Be respectful of other patrons (don’t block their view)

Venue details: Fringe World Website
Photo credit: CircuitWest

Event updates will be provided through Facebook Messenger
Attendance at this event will be free for financial members (plus show ticket) and have a small fee for Facebook members and friends.
Registration via Eventbrite is essential for everyone.
If you have difficulty purchasing the attendance + ticket from Eventbrite, please email shutterpups@outlook.com for assistance.
All meals and drinks are to be self-funded.

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Note: that only financial members of Shutterpups who register with Shutterpups via Eventbrite are eligible for insurance cover at events.

Shutterpups stages monthly themed shoots around the Perth metro and outer metro regions. At least once a year we also plan a (long) weekend event further afield. The main aims of our events is to grow your skills by socialising and interact with other photographers. No matter your experience or gear, there is always something new to learn. There are many different types of events, so there is sure to be one that suits your interest: fast-paced sports; gentle landscapes; macros; or seeing the world in monochrome – we try to make the events as varied as possible.

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