Red Centre
Astrophotography Workshop

7 Day, 6 Night
Small group astrophotography workshop in Australia's darkest skies.

Led by Samuel Markham & Baillie Farley

Workshop Overview

Experience an immersive 7 day, 6 night astrophotography workshop in the heart of the outback alongside renowned photographers Samuel Markham and Baillie Farley. Designed for photographers of all skill levels, this hands-on workshop will help you master the art of photographing the night sky while exploring one of Australia's most remote and breathtaking landscapes.

Throughout the workshop, you'll photograph the towering granite boulders of Devils Marbles (Karlu Karlu), the vibrant sandstone cliffs of Rainbow Valley, and the vast desert landscapes of Australia's Red Centre beneath some of the darkest skies in the country.

Samuel and Baillie will guide you through their complete astrophotography workflow, from camera setup and focusing in the dark to exposure techniques, panoramic Milky Way photography, advanced composition and star trackers. You'll also learn their full post-processing workflow using Adobe Camera Raw and Photoshop, giving you the skills and confidence to plan, capture, and process stunning nightscape images anywhere in the world.

Workshop Details

Dates: See booking section

Photo Locations: Devils Marbles, Rainbow Valley, Simpson Gap, West MacDonnell Range, Ooraminna Homestead and much more

Group Size: Maximum of 6 participants

Skill Level: Suitable for photographers of all skill levels

Difficulty: Moderate walking — must be comfortable on uneven and slippery surfaces

Accommodation: 6 nights (your own room in local hotels)

Early Bird Price: $8,785 AUD per person ($2,175 AUD deposit)
Available until 31 December 2026

Standard Price: $10,285 AUD per person ($2,575 AUD deposit)
From 1 January 2027

Locations We’ll Explore

Workshop Information

What’s Included

✅ 7 full days of personal photography tuition
✅ Direct access to all locations with experienced instructor guidance
✅ Camera fundamentals through to advanced manual mode technique
✅ Complete post-processing instruction in Adobe Photoshop and Camera RAW
✅ Milky way, cloud and weather condition planning
✅ Compositional theory and field technique
✅ 6 nights’ accommodation (your own room)
✅ Transport for the duration of the workshop
✅ National Park passes and permits

Not Included

❌ Meals, drinks, and snacks
❌ Flights and transport to and from the Alice Springs
❌ Travel insurance and medical cover
❌ Visa fees (if required to enter Australia)

Book Your Spot

Workshop Dates
24th - 30th August 2027 - SIX SPOTS LEFT

Secure your spot with a deposit. The final payment is due 60 days before the workshop starts date. The final payment invoice will be sent before the workshop.

Early Bird Price: $8,785 AUD per person ($2,175 AUD deposit)
Available until 31 December 2026


Standard Price: $10,285 AUD per person ($2,575 AUD deposit)
From 1 January 2027

Red Centre Astrophotography Workshop
A$2,175.00

Secure your position on the workshop with a deposit. The final payment is due no later than 60 days prior to the workshop’s commencement.

Early Bird Price: $8,785 AUD per person ($2,175 AUD deposit) - Available until 31 December 2026
Standard Price: $10,285 AUD per person ($2,575 AUD deposit) - From 1 January 2027

Workshop Instructors

Baillie Farley

3x Milky Way
Photographer of the Year

Samuel Markham

Australian Geographic 2023
Nature Photographer of the Year

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Spaces on the Red Centre workshop are limited to 6 participants and tend to book out months ahead. Secure your spot with a deposit or download the brochure for more information.

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