Photographic Society of New Zealand

Thames Steampunk Festival
2024-11-08 00:00 - 2024-11-10 23:59 (Pacific/Auckland)
We have an opportunity (vs a true workshop) for 4 of our members to be the official volunteer photographers for the Steampunk Festival in Thames from 8-10th November 2024. This year’s theme is “Down The Rabbit Hole”.

The schedule over the weekend is action packed with lots of great photographic opportunities. The leader of our group of 4 photographers would provide the Steampunk society an edited set of photographs (the best from all 4 volunteers) after the event for their use but the photos taken remain the property of the photographer that took them.

Our photographers would be provided with a photographic pass allowing them to get upfront and stage-front to all of the action.

The schedule is as follows:

Friday 8th November

3-5pm. High Tea and Tea Duelling competition.

Saturday 9th November

11am-2pm Street parade, vehicles, floats, people in costume, Thames market.

2-3pm. The Strut. A staged catwalk type event.

Sat evening functions (2 photographers per function, 120-150 people per function)

A Victorian Masked Ball, Victorian costume, Victorian dancing etc

A mad hatters party at The Pump House.

(A Photo Booth will likely be set up for both evening events and possibly the High Tea. The booths and lighting gear are being supplied by a local professional photographer).

Sunday 10 th November

Community fair, “Unplugged Sunday”> Punk My Pet> Tea Pot Racing> MonsterPot Racing> Airships Racing> Live Music> Hobby Horse Racing> Parasol Duelling

Our photographers would have free access to all of the events over the weekend but would need to provide their own accommodation and transport. (Some accommodation by billet may be available, if required).

Ideally your camera should be able to trigger an off-camera flash. Triggers for Canon and Sony are being provided for the photo booths, but contact Jayne if you want to check the compatibility of your camera).

f you are interested in this opportunity please log into the Member’s Area to register. If you have any questions, please contact Jayne Parker at jayneparkernz@gmail.com.

Jayne Parker will be the remote team leader. She will liaise with the Steampunk committee representative to finalise arrangements, including the photo booth requirements, and coordinate the team across all of the events as well as pull together an edited set of photos from the team to be provided to the Steampunk committee. (Editing would be done by team members but the leader would need to ensure photo quality was appropriate and duplication of subject matter minimised).

There are currently 3 spots available for roving for photographers.

For more information visit their web site https://steampunkthethames.co.nz

On behalf of The PSNZ Workshop team

Judge Training Weekend
2024-11-02 09:00 - 2024-11-03 16:30
The PSNZ is hosting an online judge training workshop in November. This 2-day workshop, which is open to members and non-members, is designed to help those who:

– want to improve their photography,

– want to know how judges assess salon (competition) images, and

– are interested in becoming a photography judge

For more details, please click on the link, below

https://photography.org.nz/…/judge-accreditation-panel…/

Painterly Landscapes
2024-10-25 13:00 - 2024-10-27 13:00
For nearly 40 years Peter Rees has been engaged in fine art as a painter and photographer, with more than 20 exhibitions and vast experience teaching and leading workshops. He brings a painter’s eye to photography and will offer fresh perspectives on how to render the world around us.

This workshop will be based at Ohakune and showcase the Tongariro National Park classic landscapes, intimate landscapes, and the abstractions you can create from semi macro imaging. Processing is a key component and you will spend time under his guidance on your own images as well as observing how Peter approaches his.

On Friday we will meet at Ohakune at 1.00 pm and proceed to our first location returning for dinner followed by an inspirational talk by Peter.

On Saturday we will use locations that span the intimate to the epic returning to our accommodation late afternoon for a further processing session.

On Sunday we will check out and do one last photoshoot concluding with a late lunch at around 1.00pm.

Twin share accommodation (single sex) is included in the price. We will be staying at the Rocky Mountain Chalets in three bedroom chalets that have shared bathroom and kitchen as well as using their conference room. All meal costs are excluded. Dinners will be organised but you need to cover their costs. Please bring breakfasts, water, and snacks. You will be able to buy lunches in Ohakune each day. You need a vehicle but car pooling is strongly encouraged.

Locations will depend on conditions but may include the Waitonga Falls, Silica Terraces and Taranaki Falls loop track. A modest level of fitness is needed as these are around 5 km each.

Maximum attendees: 13

Jack Sprosen Memorial Trophy
2024-10-01 08:00 - 2024-11-04 17:00
Jack’s interest in camera clubs started in the 1950’s and continued through every year of his life. He was a photographer who successfully embraced black and white, colour, slides, audio visuals, digital and digital audio visuals. He was always willing to help others.

Jack was a key member of the Photographic Society of New Zealand – he served on Council; was President in 1996-97 and was a member of the Honours board. So important was his contribution to PSNZ that Jack was awarded an Honorary Fellowship in 2001 (PSNZ’s highest honour).

The Sprosen family have donated a trophy in memory of Jack which is the purpose of this competition.

Online Masterclass: Travel Photography with Lindsay Keats
2024-09-22 09:30 - 11:00
Embark on a journey that goes beyond the typical postcard shots with Fujifilm brand ambassador Lindsay Keats in this exclusive online masterclass. With years of experience capturing the essence of diverse cultures, Lindsay has traveled extensively to places like India, Morocco, Turkey, and Cambodia, and he’ll be sharing insights from his latest trip to Kolkata. This masterclass is designed for photographers who are eager to create images that tell compelling stories and resonate on a deeper level.

Lindsay’s photography is a captivating blend of street, documentary, and travel photography, with a strong emphasis on capturing people in their natural environments. Throughout the session, you’ll learn the art of engaging with locals, understanding the rhythm of a place, and using available light to your advantage—no matter the time of day.

Lindsay will guide you through techniques that will help you move beyond the surface and create images that are not only visually striking but also rich in narrative. You’ll explore how to approach subjects with respect and curiosity, ensuring that your photographs convey genuine moments and emotions.

Whether you’re an aspiring travel photographer or a seasoned professional looking to refine your skills, this masterclass offers invaluable lessons on how to return from your travels with images that are unique, memorable, and distinctly yours. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field and elevate your travel photography to new heights.

About Lindsay:

Lindsay Keats is a very experienced Commercial and Editorial Photographer living in New Zealand who has produced work for a wide range of clients.

Through working on assignments as varied as food, product, aerial, editorial, corporate, and industrial, Lindsay has developed a diverse skill set. He works efficiently, courteously, and timely.

Shooting personal projects has been important and Lindsay loves to travel and find a personal project to shoot.

Lindsay is Fujifilm X-Photographer.

View his website: https://www.lindsaykeats.com/index

North Island Regional Convention
2024-09-20 12:00 - 2024-09-22 05:00 | Lawson Field Theatre, 7 Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne, New Zealand

Grace and Movement by Aaron Key
2024-08-24 09:30 - 16:30
Aaron is the Digital Imaging Product Specialist for Sony New Zealand. He has worked as a commercial photographer for nearly two decades, specialising in fashion, beauty and portraiture. His imagery has been published in numerous local and international publications.

In this workshop you will learn how to create stunning images of dancers in a studio setting, with an emphasis on managing light. He will demonstrate how to use highlights and shadows to create form and emphasise areas of interest.

You will be given the opportunity to photograph the dancers at various times throughout the workshop.

Techniques covered:

Basic lighting principlesCamera settingsLens selectionHow to use strobesHow to use a various modifiers to shape lightHow and when to shoot tetheredHow to direct dancers effectivelySet safety and etiquette

We will start at 9:30am with an introduction to the day. Aaron will then take over and give a variety of demonstrations, each utilising a different lighting set up.

Lunch will be provided. We aim to finish by 4:30pm.

PSNZ would like to thank Sony for their sponsorship of this event.

What to bring:

Interchangeable lens camera (mirrorless or DSLR) with a sync port or hot shoe

Zoom or prime lenses (anything from 50mm to 200mm)

Memory cards

Fully charged batteries

Water and snacks

Creative Focus 2024
2024-06-17 08:00 - 2024-07-21 17:00
Creative Focus is an online photography competition held by the Pukekohe Franklin Camera Club. The competition is held every year and invites photographers nationally and internationally to enter into our competition. The aim of the competition is to promote creative photography and challenge the photographer to create images that are innovative and create a totally different perspective.

Entries open on 17th June and close on 21st July. Prize giving will be on 23rd August 2024.

Shown above is the winning image from 2023 – Moving House by Helen McLeod.

Fujifilm Online Masterclass - Fashion Commercial
2024-06-08 10:00 - 11:30
In the Studio with Cody Kinsfather

Renowned for his clean, modern, and minimalist aesthetic, Cody Kinsfather is an award-winning photographer and world-class retoucher specializing in beauty, fashion, editorial, commercial, and portraiture. Based in Austin, Texas, he embarks on global projects for iconic brands and high-end publications. A true creative collaborator and visual problem-solver, Cody leverages his best-in-class team and production resources to elevate both commissioned and personal works, consistently pushing creative boundaries. In 2019, he established Kinsfather Studios, a space that now plays host to countless models and productions.

View Cody’s website: https://www.kinsfather.com

SONY National Digital Salon
2024-06-01 09:00 - 2024-06-30 17:00
Thanks to the continued generous support of SONY, the Photographic Society of New Zealand (PSNZ) is pleased to announce the 2024 SONY National Digital Salon. This digital-only salon aims to fill the gap caused by the change in the national convention date and the subsequent postponement of the traditional SONY Exhibition.

Submissions are open to any person residing in New Zealand and to members of the Photographic Society of New Zealand residing overseas.

Landscape Photography
2024-05-17 12:00 - 2024-05-19 17:00
Join award winning landscape photographer Meghan Maloney to explore the landscapes around Dunedin 17-19th May 2024.

“The more I explore New Zealand, the more I fall in love with our country. I’m SUPER passionate about sharing moments and experiences that I know others will also enjoy through my landscape photography.”

~ Meghan Maloney

Meghan is a regular on our workshop series and her workshops sell out within days. Be quick to register for a fun weekend of inspiration and learning.

The workshop will start at 2.30pm on Friday 17th May and conclude around 1pm on Sunday 19th May.

Locations will be dependent on DOC permissions and weather conditions, and may include Tomahawk Beach, St Clair Beach, Tunnel Beach, Brighton Beach, Aramoana Beach, Moeraki Boulders (Sat sunrise), Ross Creek Falls and Mt Cargill Lookout.

A medium level of fitness will be required as some walking on tracks will occur.

The workshop fee includes 2 nights’ accommodation at Woodlands Village.

Accommodation is in 2 bedroom units (One with a Queen bed the other with 2 singles) with a maximum of 3 people per unit.

No meals are included in the registration fee. Meals will be a mix of cafes, takeaways and restaurants.

Queen Room – $425 per personSingle occupancy – single bed $420 per personShared twin room – (single beds) $370 per person

If you are happy to share a twin room with a friend or someone you don’t know, please email Nicole on nictai@hotmail.com as soon as you register to indicate you wish to share a twin room with (name) or with another attendee.

Once you have registered and paid, you will receive more in depth information on the schedule and locations as well as a recommended gear sheet.

Workshop is limited to 12 people.

We are looking for one person to use their car to help transport attendees to the various locations. If you are willing to do this please let Nicole know once you have registered. A $100 petrol voucher will be provided.

Judge Training Weekend
2024-05-11 09:30 - 2024-05-12 16:00 | Parkview Community Lodge, 75 Queenspark Drive,, Parklands, Christchurch, 8083
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO PSNZ MEMBERS AND NON MEMBERS

PSNZ offers a unique Photographic Judge Training and Accreditation Programme. The programme was first introduced in 2012 when the Judge Accreditation Panel (JAP) was first introduced.

The goals for the programme are to:

Raise the general standard of image assessment within the PSNZ.

Provide support to those wanting to become accredited judges.

Provide the framework to improve the level of confidence of newly accredited judges.

Increase the likelihood of gaining accreditation.

Support accredited judges.

This year JAP’s first judge training weekend will be held at Parkview Community Lodge, 75 Queenspark Drive, Parklands, Christchurch, from 11 – 12 May 2024. Over the two day course, you will gain an insight into what is involved in the judging process, that is, how to view images, critique and communicate the results to the photographer. You will also learn more about how to become an accredited judge.

For PSNZ members there is a nominal fee of $50 for attending the full weekend workshop. This must be paid in advance and will secure your registration but is non-refundable in the event that you decide not to attend.

For non PSNZ members the fee for the course is $75.

Astrophotography
2024-05-10 12:00 - 2024-05-12 17:00
Unfortunately, due to low registration numbers, this event has been cancelled.

Invest in yourself by trying your hand at this exciting facet of photography or polish your current photography skillset by adding Astrophotography to your repertoire.

Learn secrets of photographing the night sky with the personal guidance of Mackenzie Local, professional Astrophotographer & Astronomy guide, Joseph Pooley.

There is no better place in the world to learn Astrophotography than Lake Tekapo in the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.

Together we will spend two (2) nights of concentrated tuition in the field, optimising your cameras manual settings for night time imaging, as well as identifying and framing up some of the most captivating regions of the night sky.

This workshop is ideal for anyone interested in Astrophotography, whether you are a beginner wanting to get started, or you are already experienced in Astrophotography and wanting to expand or refine your skill set.

The workshop content can be steered by the requirements of attendees, so it will be directly beneficial for everyone involved.

The workshop will include the following:

A comprehensive PowerPoint presentation on Astrophotography fundamentals.

Discussion on camera equipment, settings, composition and night sky targets.

Discussion about location planning, weather, safety & etiquette.

Fundamental Astrophotography tuition in the field.

Tuition of more advanced techniques such as stacking or panorama.

Insights to equatorial tracking and deep sky Astrophotography

Post processing using Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop and free stacking software.

Attendees will be given an informative document for future referral after the workshop.

During the course of the weekend, we will visit two or three locations for shooting Astro images including the world famous Church of the Good Shepherd.

During May, the Milky Way core can be seen rising in the East, so we will try to position ourselves to shoot in this direction.

There will be an optional group dinner on the second night at the Blue Lake Bar & Eatery (at your own cost).

In the event of bad weather we will spend time learning in more depth about finer points of planning, capture and processing Astro images such as star trails, stacking and stitching panoramas.

We can provide image files to practice on.

In addition there are some great options for shooting landscapes during the day such as the flanks of Lake Tekapo, Lake Alexandrina, Lake Pukaki, or Aoraki Mt. Cook (if you fancy a day trip).

Please note shared accommodation (2 people per room) at the Tekapo Ski Lodge is included in the registration fee. The registration fee does not include any food. Food for the lodge is BYO.

New Zealand Landscape Salon
2024-05-01 08:00 - 2024-06-02 17:00
The Christchurch Photographic Society is inviting photographers to enter their New Zealand landscapes into the New Zealand Landscape Salon. This salon was previously called The Laurie Thomas Landscape Salon which has a rich legacy, spanning 27 years of success.

Entry fees are $28 entitling photographers to enter up to 4 photographs into the Salon. There is a change to payments this year, once registered and logged into the entry platform (at nzlandscapesalon.photo) entrants will be prompted to pay their fee via PayPal before being able to upload their images. If any entrants have difficulties using this PayPal system or uploading photos, please do not hesitate to select Contact NZLS Support from the entry platform.

As per previous years, there is a premium award and the distinctive sculptural trophy, which the winner can keep. This remains the Laurie Thomas Trophy.

The directive to the judging panel underscores a desire to honour photography of New Zealand landscapes that encapsulates an authentic sense of place. While we are open to a creative approach we do encourage pure photography skills.

Entries open on Wednesday, 01 May 2024, and will close on Sunday, 02 June 2024.

Presentation of results will be at 7:30pm Wednesday, 07 August 2024 at CPS. The Convening Judge this year is Annette Johnston FPSNZ

71st Annual General Meeting
2024-04-28 14:00 - 17:00
This notice is to advise members that the 71st Annual General Meeting of the Photographic Society of New Zealand Inc. will be held online, via ZOOM on Sunday 28th April 2024, commencing at 2.00pm.

The AGM Agenda and other related documents (proxy forms, previous minutes agenda, etc) will be sent out to members in due course.

𝐍𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟”: 𝐀 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐨𝐮 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐨𝐧
2024-04-06 07:00 - 13:00
Another exciting IN PERSON Fujifilm Masterclass coming up – and this is open to all photography enthusiasts (PSNZ members and non members)!

Saturday 6th April (7am -1pm) at Papamoa Beach, Bay of Plenty

Join our trade partner, #Fujifilmnz, for an immersive journey back in time as we channel the sun-kissed beaches and free-spirited vibes of the 1970s surf culture. In this bespoke workshop led by Lou Burton, you will explore the aesthetic of an era in the context of a surf lifestyle commercial shoot.

This unique experience promises to inspire, educate, and empower.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫:

Lou Burton (@louloubphoto) is a photographer and content creator based in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand. She has 10+ years’ experience helping businesses build their visual identity through image. Lou’s passion shines through in her unique photographic style, where she weaves her profound reverence for nature with the exploration of femininity and sustainable living.

Visit Lou’s website (https://www.louloubphoto.com/) to learn more.

Please visit → https://tinyurl.com/5n75punx ← for more information and to purchase tickets.

Impressionist Photography
2024-03-16 12:00 - 2024-03-17 17:00
Are you looking for a way to create beautiful artistic images with your camera without needing expensive and complicated software?

If YES, Impressionist Photography will prepare you to take beautiful and expressive pictures anytime and anywhere.

In this course, we will look at the ideas and techniques of Abstract and Impressionist Photography and learn how to use captivating and simple in-camera techniques that turn ordinary scenes into light-filled impressionist photographs.

During this course, I will take the mystery out of impressionist photography and help you get started on creating beautiful painterly pictures.

If you attend this workshop, you will:

learn core concepts every impressionist photographer needs to know,

gain insights and learn about impressionist photography,

explore light and composition,

learn about “Abstract Expressionism” in photography,

learn how to capturing “Emotion and Essence”,

exploring creative camera techniques,

get individual image review and feedback in order for you to gain confidence in your creative and artistic abilities.

Instilling Emotion via Photoshop
2024-03-15 12:00 - 2024-03-17 16:00
Helen McLeod is a Fellow of the Photographic Society of New Zealand, an Associate of the Royal Photographic Society and holds a Gold Portfolio Distinction with the Photographic Society of America. She has been tutoring photography for many years in tertiary institutions and runs six Landscape workshops annually in central Otago.

In this workshop you will learn The What, Why and How of Photoshop Image Enhancement including:

Basic Photoshop means of enhancing the images captured from any genre of photography;

Why this is important – a way to instil the emotion you felt at the time of capture, to pull out the hidden potential of any photograph; and

How we can bring to life any image and let our uniqueness shine through our photography.

Check out this AV which gives numerous before and after examples

The workshop will be held at the Penny Room of Risingholme Learning in Christchurch starting at 12.00 noon Friday 15 March and ending Sunday 17th March at around 4.00pm.

Friday 15 March 2024 (12pm)We begin the workshop by looking at ways of getting the most from your photography as an introduction to the coming days and revising essential Photoshop skills. Then we will venture out with our cameras to capture some images that you will process during the workshop. (You are also welcome to bring some unprocessed images with you as well to work on.)

Saturday 16 March 2024 (9am – 4pm)Helen will demonstrate her approach to the assessment of her images and how she brings them into line with her vision at the time she pressed the shutter button. During this time she will provide a brief explanation of Photoshop’s basic features (such as layers, adjustment layers and masks) and how they are employed to instil the emotion back into our images to bring them to life and really make them our own. Images will be supplied upon which we will work together encompassing several techniques.

Sunday 17 March 2024 (9am – 4pm)Using examples from her own work we will look at some slightly more advanced, or alterative, methods of enhancing our images (painting like a Renaissance painter, darkening versus lightening, adding lens flares, working non-destructively, cropping, vignettes). You will then apply all your newly found skills to your own images on your laptops, revealing the hidden potential you captured. From here we will briefly touch on more artistic means to bring our personalities to our images (overlays/textures, borders).

What to Bring

Camera, tripod, and your favourite landscape lens

Laptop with Photoshop downloaded and installed. Please make sure you have loads of space on your laptop as Photoshop images can get large quickly. Working on and from an external hard drive is a great way to work and makes your laptop run quicker.

A USB (Windows compatible) stick upon which images supplied will be loaded to work on as a group.

Images taken previously that you would like to process.

A sense of fun and a willingness to learn!

(Chocolate for your tutor/educator!)

Water bottle, snacks, and lunches for both days.

Fabulous Fabric Portraits
2024-02-24 12:00 - 2024-02-25 15:00
Charlotte E. Johnson is a photographic artist and educator, working full-time in Auckland as a digital imaging specialist. In her artworks, she captures original images filled with emotion: contemporary portraiture and landscapes. Her art has gained a national audience within Aotearoa-New Zealand as part of several exhibitions, books and magazines, and international publications. Her pieces are held in the New Zealand Maritime Museum, the McGregor Museum, and private collections.

Charlotte’s teaching style is encouraging and supportive. She loves to share her knowledge and believes that continuing our personal development is how we stay inspired.

In this workshop, you will learn how to put-together creative portraits featuring fabulous dresses and flowing movement using just a length of fabric and a camera, as well as how to process your shots for maximum impact. This two-day workshop includes setup and image capture on day one, and post-processing on day two.

On Saturday, we will commence at 9.00 am at the Kumeu Arts Centre and spend the day learning and practising the same techniques Charlotte used to create the images in her recent exhibition. Charlotte will demonstrate how natural light can be used to set mood, and the basics of working with models. Learning will be through hands-on practical sessions interspersed with short tutorials. You will work in rotation with all three models which we will style. The day will end at around 3.00pm.

On Sunday, we will begin at 9.00 at the Kumeu Arts Centre and spend an hour refreshing fundamental Photoshop skills (tools, layers and masks). Experienced Photoshop users are welcome to join the day from 10.00. You will then learn how to make composites from the images you captured on Saturday by bringing together the best elements of several photographs into a single polished image. Topics covered include:

Selecting images from your shots

Canvas expansion

Generative fill to remove unwanted elements

Compositing an image by bringing together multiple images that feature the best flowing fabric elements and model posing.

This workshop is suitable for all levels. Charlotte will provide assistance where needed, whether it’s camera settings, artistic direction, troubleshooting Photoshop, or general support.
