Capturing Sydney’s Urban Rhythm: Year 10 Photography Excursion

Year 10 Photography and Digital Imaging students recently explored the Sydney’s CBD, capturing its dynamic rhythm whilst developing their camera skills in composition and timing. They focused on repetition by photographing lines, patterns, groups of people, architecture, window reflections, and shadows. Experimenting with various camera angles, including bird’s eye view, eye level, worm’s eye view, and the rule of thirds, they captured unique perspectives of the urban environment. To highlight movement, they adjusted shutter speeds using slower speeds for motion blur and faster speeds to freeze action—bringing to life the energy of people, escalators, cars, and bicycles. This hands-on experience was intended to refine their technical abilities and deepened their appreciation through observation for the artistic beauty of everyday city life.

Julian Wrigley
Visual Arts Teacher