Jacaranda Season Photography Walk – UQ St Lucia 🌸

🌸 Jacaranda Season Photography Walk – UQ St Lucia 🌸

📅 Date: Sunday, 18 October 2026
🕣 Time: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
💵 Donation: $2.50 pp
📍 Meeting Point: The University of Queensland (UQ), St Lucia Campus (TBA)

Spring is one of the most magical times to photograph Brisbane, and the stunning jacaranda trees at UQ St Lucia provide the perfect backdrop for a relaxed morning of photography.

We’ll begin by joining the UQ Blue Meet at 8:30 AM, where you’ll have the opportunity to photograph the beautiful blue jacarandas in bloom. Afterward, we’ll continue with a leisurely photo walk (and short drives between selected locations if required) around the UQ campus, capturing the vibrant spring colours, heritage sandstone buildings, tree-lined pathways, reflections, and everyday campus life.

This session is suitable for photographers of all experience levels. Whether you shoot with a DSLR, mirrorless camera, compact camera, or smartphone, everyone is welcome.

Suggested Photography Themes

Jacaranda blossoms
Portraits amongst the purple blooms
Heritage architecture
Landscapes and wide-angle compositions
Nature and close-up details
Street and candid photography
Creative compositions and leading lines

What to Bring

Camera or smartphone
Preferred lenses (wide-angle, standard, or telephoto)
Fully charged batteries and spare memory cards
Comfortable walking shoes
Water, hat, and sunscreen
Optional tripod for creative compositions

Important Information

Please arrive a few minutes early so we can commence promptly at 8:30 AM.
Parking is available around the UQ campus (fees may apply in some areas).
The event will proceed in light rain but may be postponed in the event of severe weather.

Risk Disclaimer
By attending this Meetup, you acknowledge that you participate at your own risk. Brisbane Through The Lens and the event organiser accept no responsibility for any injury, loss, theft, or damage to persons or property during the event. Please remain aware of your surroundings, follow road and pedestrian rules, and respect university property and other visitors at all times.

Photography & Image Sharing
By participating, you acknowledge that photographs or videos may be taken during the event for promotional purposes on our Meetup page and Instagram account @bnethrough.the.lens. If you prefer not to appear in group photographs, please let the organiser know on the day.
We’d love to see your favourite captures! Share your images after the event and don’t forget to tag @bnethrough.the.lens.
Come along and enjoy one of Brisbane’s most colourful seasons while meeting fellow photography enthusiasts. We look forward to seeing you there!

Cheers,
Donna & Greg