Luke O'Brien Photography Tours and Tuition

Six days of photography in Tasmania's rugged Tarkine region! Running each autumn, the tiny fungi of the rainforest is a big highlight, as we explore magnificent old rainforest and waterfalls around Corinna followed by time on the wild Tarkine coast near Arthur River. This very special "Complete" Tarkine experience includes 3 nights in the rainforest at Corinna followed by 2 nights in Smithton which gives us access to the West Coast for sunset shoots. Also included are two river cruises - one at dawn on the Pieman River to capture morning mist and reflections; the second a half day cruise on the Arthur River with a BBQ lunch and sea eagles. Other Highlights: * Lake St Clair & Nelson Falls en route from Hobart to Corinna on day 1 * Philospher Falls (rainforest fungi paradise!) * Tarkine Drive including Trowutta Arch All transport, accommodation and meals are included. The tour fee includes a single/private room for each guest. The tour starts and finishes in Hobart. Small group tour - maximum 6 guests.

This four day Tasmanian photography tour and workshop is based in St Helens in Tasmania's world famous Bay of Fires region. Highlights of this workshop include: * sunrise and sunset sessions over the Bay of Fires * 2 hour cruise along the coastline * half day shoot in the lovely green rainforest surrounding St Columba Falls. * Night Sky Session We will also take any opportunities that arise to explore wildlife photography (pelicans are commonly sighted in the Bay of Fires), macro photography (including the wonderful rainforest fungi which is seen in the cooler months) and of course seascape photography meaning all aspects of landscape photography will be covered. Luke's workshops are suitable for photographers of all skill and experience levels. Beginners and intermediate photographers will benefit greatly from personalised in the field tuition, while more advanced shooters will be able to take advantage of Luke's wealth of knowledge of great locations in this incredibly beautiful area of Tasmania. All expenses are included in tour fee - accommodation (three nights, single room for all participants), tuition, guide/vehicle, national parks entry (where applicable) and meals. The tour starts and finishes in Hobart.

Visit some beautiful Tasmanian rainforest and waterfalls in this full-day Tasmanian photography tour. Enjoy the cool greenness of Tasmania’s cool temperate rainforest and marvel at some of the biggest trees in the world. View beautiful waterfalls and cascading streams and take time out in this ancient environment. We will spend the morning photographing Russell Falls and Horseshoe Falls deep in the Tasmanian rainforest at Mt Field National Park. After a delicious locally made lunch we will then visit the secluded Styx Valley of the Giants to photograph the tallest hardwood trees on earth. All expenses are included in the tour fee - tuition, guide/vehicle, national parks entry, lunch.

Five days of photography at Tasmania's Cradle Mountain in autumn! This tour is all about the unique autumn colours of Tasmania’s alpine area. Based at the Cradle Mountain hotel, we will explore the area around Dove Lake to photograph the “Turning of the Fagus”. Every autumn around Anzac Day, the leaves of Tasmania’s deciduous beech tree change to beautiful autumn hues. We will also photograph beautiful alpine rainforest, fungi and multiple sunrise/sunset shoots at Dove Lake. This very special autumn experience includes 4 nights in your own private room at the Cradle Mountain Hotel. Other Highlights: * Lake St Clair & Nelson Falls en route from Cradle Mt to Hobart on day 5 * Philospher Falls (rainforest fungi paradise!) in the Tarkine * Tasmanian Devils and quolls at the devils@cradle sanctuary All transport, accommodation and meals are included. The tour fee includes a single/private room for each guest. The tour starts and finishes in Hobart. Small group tour - maximum 6 guests.

Private tours now available, for one or two guests only. There are multiple locations to choose from such as Cradle Mountain, Freycinet, Bay of Fires, Bruny Island, South West Tasmania, the Tasman Peninsula and the west coast. All of these trips: * run on mutually agreeable dates * are for one or two participants only * include all fees associated with the trip (eg transport departing Hobart; accommodation; all meals and National Park fees) * activities tailored to your specific interests and could include sunrise, sunset and night sky shoots (weather permitting) as well as all other local/seasonal highlights such as macro, wildlife, waterfalls etc * Price is valid all year round unless stated

Discover some beautiful waterfalls in the foothills of Mt Wellington, and then shoot a magnificent sunset from the Eastern Shore, as the city skyline sparkles into life under the imposing backdrop of Mt Wellington. Tour start/finish times are dependent on the season. The workshop will be around 3.5 hours duration, starting mid-afternoon and finishing after the sun sets. This is a “self-drive” tour – participants will be responsible for moving themselves between locations. No meals are included in this workshop. There are no entry fees required. Also, there are no minimum number requirements for this workshop, meaning it will run even as a 1 on 1 private tour in the case of one booking only.

Winter in Tasmania means beautiful light for photography as well as stunningly dark nights. During this four day photography workshop, we will photograph Tasmania's Freycinet Peninsula from air, land and sea during daylight hours. At night, we will head out to photograph the night sky which in winter includes the stunning arc of the Milky Way and with a bit of luck the aurora australis too. The tour fee includes all expenses associated with the trip including your own private cabin at the luxurious Freycinet Lodge for 3 nights. The tour starts and finishes in Hobart, and transport - including pick up and drop off at your accommodation is also included. All meals and entry fees are included, such as National Parks and our cruise to Wineglass Bay, which are very special highlights on this tour. This is a small group tour for maximum enjoyment of the experiences and time to cover all the photographic technique needed to shoot in various settings. There will be a maximum of 6 guests.

Three day autumn “Fagus & Fungi” photography workshop at Mt Field and South West Tasmania! This brand new tour is all about the unique treasures of a Tasmanian autumn and a guided exploration of some of Tassie’s tall tree locations. We will shoot the deciduous beech (Fagus) leaves at Mt Field, as well as the stunning autumn fungi to be found in the nearby valleys of giant trees such as the Styx and Florentine. This very special autumn experience includes 2 nights in your own private room at the brand new Mt Field Retreat. Other Highlights: * Waterfalls of Mt Field – Russell Falls and Horseshoe Falls * Sunset/dusk shoots over the mountain scenery of the south west All transport, accommodation and meals are included. The tour fee includes a single/private room for each guest. The tour starts and finishes in Hobart. Very small group tour - maximum 4 guests.

Three day seascape photography workshop on Tasmania’s Tasman Peninsula Spend three days exploring the stunning coastal formations on Tasmania’s Tasman Peninsula. Based at Eaglehawk Neck we will shoot sunrise just across the road at the Tessellated Pavement. During the days we will continue exploring the Peninsula both on foot and by sea – as we join the Pennicott Tasman Island Cruise. Tour dates coincide with New Moon, so astrophotography will be a part of this trip too – fingers crossed for an appearance by the aurora australis! Other Highlights: * single/private room at Lufra Hotel Eaglehawk Neck * Hike to Cape Raoul Lookout All transport, accommodation and meals are included. The tour fee includes a single/private room for each guest. The tour starts and finishes in Hobart. Very small group tour - maximum 4 guests.