The Shot Callers
IMPORTANT TO NOTE:
For ages 12 to 17 - Suitable for ALL skill levels
Venue is BELLINGEN YOUTH HUB (mobility aid accessible)
This course involves excursions (walking and via shuttle bus)
Course runs for 5 FULL-DAYS - Monday to Friday 9am until 4pm
Need an NDIS invoice? Call Nicole on 0419 379 146 during business hours BEFORE booking.
Capture chaos. Frame the feeling. Call the shot!
Welcome to The Shot Callers - Camp Creative's on-the-ground photo crew where energy, instinct, and storytelling collide.
This course isn't about rules and technical jargon. It's about being in it - backstage, on the street, in the moment - capturing what it actually feels like to be there.
IMPORTANT TO NOTE:
For ages 12 to 17 - Suitable for ALL skill levels
Venue is BELLINGEN YOUTH HUB (mobility aid accessible)
This course involves excursions (walking and via shuttle bus)
Course runs for 5 FULL-DAYS - Monday to Friday 9am until 4pm
Need an NDIS invoice? Call Nicole on 0419 379 146 during business hours BEFORE booking.
Capture chaos. Frame the feeling. Call the shot!
Welcome to The Shot Callers - Camp Creative's on-the-ground photo crew where energy, instinct, and storytelling collide.
This course isn't about rules and technical jargon. It's about being in it - backstage, on the street, in the moment - capturing what it actually feels like to be there.
IMPORTANT TO NOTE:
For ages 12 to 17 - Suitable for ALL skill levels
Venue is BELLINGEN YOUTH HUB (mobility aid accessible)
This course involves excursions (walking and via shuttle bus)
Course runs for 5 FULL-DAYS - Monday to Friday 9am until 4pm
Need an NDIS invoice? Call Nicole on 0419 379 146 during business hours BEFORE booking.
Capture chaos. Frame the feeling. Call the shot!
Welcome to The Shot Callers - Camp Creative's on-the-ground photo crew where energy, instinct, and storytelling collide.
This course isn't about rules and technical jargon. It's about being in it - backstage, on the street, in the moment - capturing what it actually feels like to be there.
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YOUR COURSE TUTOR
James Lander
James Lander is a photographer, visual storyteller, and creative collaborator based on Gumbaynggirr Country.
With a style that blends raw emotion and bold colour, he's known for documenting the pulse of live music, capturing powerful portraits, and creating space for youth to tell their own stories through a lens that's real and relatable.
Recently, James has shot major acts like Tones and I, Xavier Rudd, Jebediah, Lime Cordiale, and DMA's - with his work also being licensed internationally. He's created visuals for various groups including Camp Creative, the Bongil Bongil Youth Collective, and Becoming U, helping the next gen of creators build their skills and confidence in and out of the frame.
“Forget fake smiles and posed perfection.
I capture sweat, laughter, tears — unfiltered truth.
Gigs, weddings, portraits — no scripts, just stories. ”
“What sets James apart is his ability to tell a story. Beyond our collaboration, his brilliant work across music and event coverage, aerials, editorials, and profile photography consistently conveys deep emotion. On a personal level, James is a dead-set decent soul who genuinely cares about people and his community.”
“I highly recommend James Lander, a Live Music and Event Photographer whose work transcends visual artistry. James not only possesses a remarkable talent for capturing unforgettable moments but also demonstrates a genuine commitment to community engagement — notably through his impactful collaborations with First Nations people.”
“James is an incredibly talented photographer. Capturing a wide range of events that I run, he knows how to really showcase the personality of each individual event or festival. Highly recommend!”
“James delivers the brief with enthusiasm and goes the extra mile to impress. A successful photographer has to be curious and stick their nose into people’s business in the politest way possible — James excels at both.”
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You'll learn how to shoot live gigs, fast-paced events, candid portraits, and behind-the-scenes moments with confidence and creative swagger.
Led by pro photographer James Lander, you'll work as a roaming crew documenting Camp Creative from the inside out. Think of it like building your own visual zine - from portraits of performers to the spontaneous beauty in quiet corners. Whether you're using a phone or a mirrorless beast, we'll teach you how to shoot with purpose, edit with style, and tell stories that hit harder than any filter.
You'll walk away with a mini portfolio, a killer crew vibe, and the skills to call your own creative shots - on and off the camera.
Note: Most excursions are walkable. If not, we've got you covered with the shuttle bus.
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Please bring the following on your first day of class:
Camera equipment: A phone or camera (DSLR or mirrorless if you've got it - phones totally welcome)
Comfort essentials: Comfy shoes, a hat, and a water bottle - we'll be moving around a lot
Storage: USB or hard drive to save your work
Snacks: Optional (yes, there might be cake)
Mindset: Curiosity, good energy, and a willingness to experiment
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No experience required.
