Welcome to PSNZ

Established in 1953, the Photographic Society of New Zealand (PSNZ) is a registered charity whose purpose is to increase the knowledge and understanding of the art of photography for all photographers.

Whether you have just purchased your first camera or a seasoned professional the main purpose of the Society is to Help Photographers Grow.

The 70th PSNZ National Convention will be held in Nelson from 01 to 04 May 2025. We, together with the Nelson Camera Club, have such an exciting programme of activities lined up for our attendees! Here's a sneak peek of what awaits you in Nelson next year.

This is one event you will not want to miss. So .. save the date, book your flights, bookmark the official National Convention page and ... we'll see you all in Nelson.

Jack Sprosen Memorial Trophy

Click the image to enter the Jack Sprosen Memorial Trophy Competition

Entry Fees for 2024

PSNZ Member -  1st entry - $25 | 2nd Entry - $10
Non PSNZ Member - 1st Entry - $32 | 2nd Entry - $12

Our Calendar of Events showcases PSNZ workshops and salons (competitions), as well as activities organised by our affiliated club members. While some events are open to non-PSNZ Members, the PSNZ Workshop Series is only available to PSNZ Members.

If you would like to attend a workshop and are not yet a PSNZ member, you can join here or click the button below.

Venice Romance - Ron Willems Hon PSNZ, FPSNZ, AFIAP, ARPS, FAPS

Instantly recognisable as Venice, the ICM factor on the buildings in this image hint at the very real threat that this beautiful city is sinking and that nothing is permanent. In contrast, the gondola, with people on board, depicts more stability to me, and I wonder if the romance is with Venice itself, or on a more personal level, within the boat. Perhaps we’d like to think romance is permanent, against the more transient nature of anything man made.

 Read the October 2024 issue of NZ CameraTalk.

2024 New Zealand Camera is now available.
Click here to purchase.

 Cover photo by Noelle Bennett APSNZ

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