Capturing the Essence of Beach Life: Year 11 Photography Excursion to Bondi Beach

On a recent excursion, Year 11 Photography students worked on developing their camera skills by capturing the vibrant life and energy of Bondi Beach. Inspired by the renowned French photographer Henri Cartier-Bresson, they embraced the concept of the ‘decisive moment’—patiently observing their surroundings and anticipating the perfect instant to press the camera’s shutter button.

Using their camera’s viewfinder, they carefully composed shots, applying the rule of thirds to frame engaging and dynamic photographs of people along the esplanade of Australia’s most famous beach. The students enjoyed the opportunity to employ their photography knowledge and to explore this local seaside location, always on the lookout for fleeting moments that caught their eye.

A special thank you to staff, Donna Feneley, Tully O’Regan, Liam Houlihan, and Julian Wrigley for their time and support in making this excursion possible for the students.

Julian Wrigley, Visual Arts Teacher