Bradley's Head Amphitheatre and Lighthouse - 8TH OR 15TH MARCH

[NikonNellie]

Hi Guys. It's been awhile since our last shoot and I am struggling to come up with some new ideas. However, I have never been to Bradley's Head other than to visit the Zoo, so to my surprise, I discovered there was a lighthouse, military battlements and a great view of the Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison and the city.

If we are lucky we may get a nice sunset but I thought we could meet around 4pm for socialising and then onto some sunset shots and then maybe some light painting of the lighthouse when it gets darker. Having never been there before I have no idea of access. Opening hours are from 6am - 8pm but as far as I could see (looking at the satellite map on google) there is no gate stopping access to the area.

I suggest we bring the usual picnic stuff, light painting gear (It would be great to do some steel wool spinning but I would think there would be a total fire ban), torches, tripod, shutter release and of course your camera and lenses.

Here is a link to a Wikipedia Information page: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bradleys_Head

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ATTENDING THIS MEET THEN PLEASE POST A REPLY IN THIS THREAD GIVING YOUR PREFERENCE FOR WHICH DAY YOU ARE ABLE TO ATTEND, 8TH OR 15TH MARCH AT 4PM ONWARDS.

[ktoopi]

Hi Narelle.....I'm very keen but can't do 15th as I will be supervising Band Camp! So a big vote for the 8th :D

[NikonNellie]

The 8th is my preferred date also Karen - it will give us a chance to discuss that studio shoot.

Supervising Band Camp - been there, done that. Hope you get some sleep! :D

[ktoopi]

The 8th is my preferred date also Karen - it will give us a chance to discuss that studio shoot.

Supervising Band Camp - been there, done that. Hope you get some sleep! :D

Sleep..........Not Likely:lol:

[sunset]

I may be able to come along later on the 8th otherwise 15th ok with me. :D

[NikonNellie]

I won't be there until around 5pm. I totally forgot that I have a 30 Year Nurses Reunion on from 12:30 - 4:30pm. Good news is the luncheon is at Lavendar Bay so I am three quarters the way there to Bradley's Head. :D

[Mark L]

Don't worry about a total fire ban. Reckon they're finished for Sydney this fire season. Get that steel wool out.

[nimrodisease]

I wouldn't be able to make the 8th but I just might be able to make the 15th..

[NikonNellie]

Let's see how it pans out John - we have a couple of weeks yet and hopefully a few more will be interested.

[NikonNellie]

Lots of lookers but not too many commitments? :confused013

[raccoon]

Either day suits me.. Greg can bring the steel wool???????

[peterb666]

At this stage, I would be able to do the 15th but not the 8th. If the 15th, it would be my last AP meet before departing Sydney for the South Coast.

[NikonNellie]

OK - LETS MAKE IT THE 15TH AND HAVE A FAREWELL FOR PETE. :(

Sorry Karen - I was going to be pushing it to feel like a 4 hour lunch and a meet all on the same day. I'll get in touch with you about the Studio Shoot.

[ktoopi]

Bummer ......Oh well you have go with what suits the majority:D Have a drink for me :food04:and think of me with all those kids at Band Camp!

I'll have to say my farewell to Pete here.......farewell Pete and enjoy the next chapter:gl:

Cheers Karen

Ps Narelle my email is karens_email@bigpond.com we can chat about the studio:)

[peterb666]

Thanks Karen

[binnie]

Hi Guys, sucks i cant make this one, i have been itching to get out to another meet, oh well. Have a blast.

[Darey]

I'll bring some steel wool but someone else can have the fun lighting it :o I'm still trying to live down my last effort. :D

See you all there.

[Maezyra]

I'm sorry, I really want to go out with you guys, but the 8th is my MIL's birthday and the 15th is an engagement party and possibly a photo shoot (mock wedding for practice) :( Hopefully I can join you in April, before I return to work.

[peterb666]

I'll bring some steel wool but someone else can have the fun lighting it :o I'm still trying to live down my last effort. :D

See you all there.

Chis will be coming - she will light it!!!!

[Mr Felix]

Yikes.

I have to work out this interweb thing more.

I shall really try to get there for the 15'th then. Today is the 8'th.

[dvijay84]

Hello,

I just moved to Sydney from India 2 days back...
I am a leaner and really looking for a meet up to get along with people for fun and learning.
Would it be fine I join you guys on 15th? If the plan is still on..
I stay in Holsworthy and never been to CBD...have to figure out the venue.

Gear : Canon 60D,50mm f1.8, 18-55 kit lens, Nissin Di8666 flash, Battery grip, CPL, remote, tripod, extension tubes

Kind Regards,
Vijay

[NikonNellie]

Hi Vijay - welcome to AP. Yes, you are more than welcomed to join us. Bradley's Head is in Mosman near Taronga Zoo.

We will be meeting around 4pm in the Amphitheatre. It looks like there are two car parks but try and get to the second one as it looks to be very close to our meeting point. We usually have a bit of a social drink before while we wait for the sun to go down. Might be a good idea to bring yourself a chair, food, drink and a torch. You will also need your tripod and remote along with your camera and lenses of course. :D

Here is a link to the google map showing the amphitheatre:
https://www.google.com.au/maps?q=Bradleys+Head&ll=-33.853189,151.24606&spn=0.000999,0.002064&sll=-33.8482601,151.2446809&sspn=0.0170153,0.027317&t=h&hnear=Bradleys+Head&z=20

[Mr Felix]

Yay!

Another Canon person!

:tog:

[sunset]

Guys I don't know if I can make it on Saturday. If I can it will be early and then have to leave for other social committments - also friends leaving Sydney but going a bit further afield! I will keep you posted.

[peterb666]

Linda who has been to a few of the AP meets will be coming and will be bringing her friends Ilona and Christina. I don't know Christina but Ilona is a photo judge :D

[ameerat42]

Did I mention anywhere* I've got to go to a wedding on the 15th?:o
Am.
*else

[NikonNellie]

Ok - so it looks like it's going to be Raccoon, Darey, peterb666 + 3, myself and possibly nimrodisease, Mr Felix, dvijay84 and sunset.

Don't forget to bring some dinner, drink and anything that we could use for light painting.

Fingers crossed for slightly cloudy weather (for a nice sunset). See you all around 4pm in the Amphitheatre. If there is a wedding on let's meet in the car park.

[peterb666]

Linda and friends won't be coming now.

[dvijay84]

Sorry could not make it...Its raining heavily here...Will join in next meet up, Please keep me posted

[peterb666]

It was a great evening Nellie, thanks for organising. You did a great job with some spectacular weather and a fine sunset.

Cheers

Peter

[NikonNellie]

Thanks Pete - I would have liked to have had a better farewell for you. I will miss you at our meets. Keep in touch.

[NikonNellie]

Sorry could not make it...Its raining heavily here...Will join in next meet up, Please keep me posted

Just keep an eye on the NSW Meets thread Vijay - sorry you didn't make it.

Here is the thread to my pics:
http://www.ausphotography.net.au/forum/showthread.php?130219-Bradley-s-Head-Meet-Lightning-Bolt

[dvijay84]

Excellent Pics Nellie especially the lighting one...looks stunning.
I have been to Circular quay last week and took some pics.
I am beginner photographer and would like hear comments / feedback from experts.

Please find the pics here, and if you could give some comments / feedback that would be of great help to improve my photography skills

http://www.flickr.com/photos/119909785@N06/

Regards,
-Vijay

[Mark L]

.... Please find the pics here, and if you could give some comments / feedback that would be of great help to improve my photography skills
http://www.flickr.com/photos/119909785@N06/
Regards,
-Vijay

G'day Vijay, looks like some good photos that are worth a comment.
You'll get more feedback on them if you post some to the CC forums.
The seagull has a different perspective, so maybe post it in the bird forum.
Just in case, this shows you how to link your photos from that Flickr place ...... http://www.ausphotography.net.au/forum/showlibrary.php?title=How_Do_I:Flickr_:_How_to_link_photos_into_Ausphotography;):)