Aquarium of the Pacific

Aquarium Event

Photographers Night

Join us for a special night of photography at the Aquarium of the Pacific.

© Andrew Reitsma

Now is your chance to take the photos you have always wanted. Back by popular demand, on this night, the Aquarium will be available to photographers for the sole purpose of getting their dream photos without having to worry about the general public either getting in their shots or being bothered by their equipment.

Take your time, set up your shots, and enjoy. In order to create the best environment for our photographers, we will be limiting ticket sales. We highly encourage you to purchase your tickets online ahead of time to guarantee a spot or you may be turned away at the door.

Normally, lights begin to dim as 9:00 p.m. approaches, but on this night, the lights will remain on in all the exhibits in order to provide the best opportunities for photography.*

Cost: $23.95 per person, $18.95 for Aquarium members. No other discounts or special offers will be accepted for this evening.

We are partnering with local camera shop Tuttle Cameras and offering free lens rentals during the event. Nikon and Canon lenses will be available for check out with a valid driver's license. Lighting will also be set up at a couple different stations throughout the Aquarium to allow photographers that don't have that equipment the opportunity to try it out by mounting it to their camera's hot shoe.

The coffee cart will be offering drinks and snacks.

Photography Workshop SOLD OUT

5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Included in your ticket price is a photography workshop before shooting doors open. Our guest speaker will have a custom workshop designed to be useful to you on this special Photographer's Night. It will not be camera/brand specific. We will post details about the speaker and workshop closer to the event. Seating is limited. If you would like to attend the workshop, please RSVP in advance by calling our Guest Support Center with your confirmation number if you already purchased your ticket for the event, or simply add the reservation when you call to purchase.

Share your photos!

We love to see what you come up with, so please share your photos in our Aquarium of the Pacific Flickr Group after the event. You need to have a Flickr account first (they're free). Then join the group and share your shots. Tag them with aopnite0110.

Photo contest

In addition to offering this unique night, anyone who wishes to participate is automatically qualified to enter a special photo contest. This is a great opportunity to share your best shots of the night with the Aquarium of the Pacific. Simply upload your favorites to our Aquarium of the Pacific Flickr Group and tag them with pnc01312010 to enter. Aquarium staff will judge entries. Entry deadline is midnight February 14, 2010. Grand prize will be a behind the scenes tour for four with particular focus on great photo ops.

Rules and Guidelines

By purchasing a ticket, you agree to abide by the following:

• Tripods are allowed on this night only.
• You are allowed to bring flashes, soft boxes, and strobes. Power outlets are available on a first come first served basis throughout the Aquarium.
• You may bring screens to block off reflections or to control lighting.
• Please be considerate of other photographers. If you are shooting a popular exhibit, please limit your time and share.
• Please refrain from using flash or any lighting on the two sea dragon exhibits (they are marked with “no flash” signs).
• Please refrain from placing anything directly on the acrylic/glass that can scratch or burn. If you need the acrylic cleaned, see a staff member for the proper cloth.
• Please do not direct hot lights at the exhibits for extended periods of time as this can permanently damage the acrylic. All hot lights must be at least five feet from the acrylic.
• Photos taken are to be personal use only, no commercial photography. If you wish to use one the images for commercial purposes at a later date, you must contact the Aquarium for permission.
• No videography.

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