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SUMMARY:Composites Masterclass by Helen McLeod
DESCRIPTION:Creating believable and seamless photo composites in Photoshop is a complex skill\, and many common faults can break the illusion. This workshop is intended for people that have used Photoshop to create composites already but want to improve their technique with the use of: \n\n\n\n\nConsistent lighting and temperature across components\n\n\n\nMatching shadows (tone\, direction and diffusion)\n\n\n\nPerspective (consistent vanishing points\, relative scale and depth)\n\n\n\nManaging cut-outs\n\n\n\nConsistent colour grading\, grain and sharpness between components\n\n\n\nAuthentic lighting of foreground elements with respect to the background\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop will be run by Helen McLeod\, a Fellow of the Photographic Society of New Zealand\, an Associate of the Royal Photographic Society holding 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. Her personal work is principally in creative composites where she has won many awards \n\n\n\nThe workshop will be held in Taupo (Vintage Car Club Rooms) \n\n\n\n\nDay One will be primarily a teaching day; and\n\n\n\nDay Two will focus on critiquing examples of participant’s work and suggestions for improvement.\n\n\n\n\nThe fee includes all tuition but not meals and accommodation. We will meet on Saturday night for a pay your own way dinner at a local restaurant. During the weekend there is a very good café open close by.
URL:https://photography.org.nz/calendarofevents/composites-masterclass-by-helen-mcleod/
CATEGORIES:Workshop Series
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SUMMARY:Creating Images with Impact with Tom Ang
DESCRIPTION:Tom Ang says the composition of an image is seldom sufficient in itself to guarantee that  your work is remarkable. This workshop will focus on elements that create images with impact helping you make more expressive and winning photographs. \n\n\n\nWe all want to create images that delight the eye and captivate imagination. In this workshop let’s learn how! Note: this workshop is genre agnostic! \n\n\n\nWhat we will cover \n\n\n\nThrough clear examples\, lively discussion\, and plenty of visual inspiration from the greats\, you’ll learn how to: \n\n\n\n\n Handle the tools of framing\, perspective\, and flow\n\n\n\n Recognize and use visual structure effectively\n\n\n\n Balance elements for stronger images\n\n\n\n Free yourself from rules and formulae\n\n\n\n Apply your instinct for aesthetics with flexibly and creativity\n\n\n\n Grow confident with your own personal preferences and personality style\n\n\n\n Produce images that stand out and win competitions\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll break down each “top ten” idea into practical steps you can use right away—whether you shoot landscapes\, portraits\, street\, or travel photography. \n\n\n\nThe day will comprise an inspirational presentation by Tom\,  group analysis of winning images and some photography during the day shared with the group \n\n\n\nTom received the Hamdan International Photography Award (HIPA) Content Creator Award in 2019 and the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Jinan International Photography Biennial. He has worked many roles in photography at top levels. His photography has been exhibited internationally and is widely known through over 40 photography books he’s written.He has also judged some the world’s top photo competitions (he was one of the founding judges of the Sony World Photography Awards) … Tom has been around the block a few times. \n\n\n\nThe workshop will be held at the Gallery Room Eden Gardens 24 Omana Ave\, Epsom\, Auckland 9.00 am – 4.00 pm.
URL:https://photography.org.nz/calendarofevents/creating-images-with-impact-with-tom-ang/
CATEGORIES:Workshop Series
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260419T163000
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SUMMARY:Judging Specialisation Session (Nature) - Geoff Beals APSNZ
DESCRIPTION:This is one of three special sessions intended for PSNZ Accredited and Trainee Judges this year.  \n\n\n\n\nSunday\, 19 April – Nature Specialisation led by Geoff Beals (APSNZ)\n\n\n\nSunday\, 26 July – Photojournalism / Street Specialisation led by David Smith FPSNZ\n\n\n\nSunday\, 11 October – Creative / ICM Specialisation led by Judy Stokes APSNZ\n\n\n\n\nPlease contact Neil Gordon of the Judge Accreditation Team to register your interest.
URL:https://photography.org.nz/calendarofevents/judging-specialisation-session-nature-geoff-beals-apsnz/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260605T150000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260607T130000
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SUMMARY:Mushroom Macro Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed for occasional macro photographers who really want to lift their game to the next level. It will be a practical workshop. \n\n\n\nTopics covered will be: \n\n\n\n\nGear\n\n\n\nFocus brackets and stacking using Helicon (essential for superb mushroom images) including tabletop practise\n\n\n\nPrepping mushrooms for photography\n\n\n\nLighting\n\n\n\nPhotoshoots in the beautiful  bush around St Arnaud  over the weekend.\n\n\n\n\nRebecca Bowater is a botanist and wildlife photographer based in Nelson and author or several books including “New Zealand Fungi.” Jo Southgate is a very talented mushroom photographer based in Blenheim. Both are very familiar with the St Arnaud area and look forward to sharing their knowledge and experience with you. \n\n\n\nThe workshop will begin at 3.00pm on 5th June at the Rotoiti Outdoor Education Centre\,  St Annaud and end after the second field trip midafternoon on Sunday. \n\n\n\nAccommodation is provided on a shared basis (segregated) but there will be ample room to spread out as the centre offers eight rooms that can accommodate 66 persons in total. Typically we will have two per room. There is one male bathroom and one female bathroom. If you wish you can make your own arrangements but we regret we cannot offer a discount on the room cost if you do. \n\n\n\nSmall Print \n\n\n\nMeals\, drinks and snacks are not included in the price. You will need to bring your camera\, a macro lens\, tripod and your laptop with Helicon installed (you can download a free version that works for 30 days). Please also bring all toiletries such as shower soap etc.
URL:https://photography.org.nz/calendarofevents/mushroom-macro-masterclass-2/
CATEGORIES:Workshop Series
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SUMMARY:Judge Training Weekend | Nelson
DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity to participate and see what the process is for gaining accreditation as well as what the judges are looking for when they assess salon images. You will gain an insight into what is involved\, how to view images\, critique and communicate the results to the photographer. \n\n\n\nThe sessions will run from 9:30 am (for a formal 10:00 am start) to about 4:30 pm on Saturday\, and 9:00 am to no later than 4:00 pm on Sunday.  The training will be led by Neil Gordon APSNZ and Judy Stokes APSNZ.The venue is the Jaycee Room\, Founders Park\, Nelson. We are very grateful to the Nelson Camera Club for  coordinating local arrangements. We also very much appreciate the support of Leica NZ for the Judge Training Programme.The cost is $50 for financial PSNZ Members\, and $75 for those who are not PSNZ Members but do belong to an affiliated club.  It is also free (yes\, $0) for any existing PSNZ accredited judges who want to have a refresher\, provided there is enough room.Preference will be given to PSNZ Members who have a honours distinction. Refunds will be given in the very unlikely event someone is bumped to make way for a Member with honours.Registrations are now open\, with participants limited to 30\, and subject to the priorities mentioned above.
URL:https://photography.org.nz/calendarofevents/judge-training-weekend-3/
CATEGORIES:Judge Training
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SUMMARY:Creative Stations with Gail Stent
DESCRIPTION:Explore\, Experiment\, Express \n\n\n\n\nStep into a weekend of pure photographic play! This immersive 2-day workshop invites you to rotate through a series of themed creative shooting stations\, each designed to spark fresh ideas\, awaken your artistic eye\, and push your image-making into exciting new territory. Whether you’re craving inspiration\, wanting to try new in-camera techniques\, or looking to break out of a creative rut\, this workshop blends experimentation\, guidance\, and plenty of opportunity to create unique\, expressive images. Every station offers a fresh challenge and a chance to make imagery that feels bold\, expressive\, and uniquely yours. You’ll receive guided instruction at each station\, time to shoot and explore\, and group sharing to reflect on discoveries. Perfect for photographers wanting to find inspiration\, try new techniques\, and build confidence in their creative voice. Join us for a fun\, supportive environment where you’ll explore\, collaborate\, and leave with a refreshed sense of creative momentum.\n\n\n\n\nAbout GailGail is a Fellow of the Photographic Society of New Zealand and currently on the PSNZ Honours board. She has been tutoring photography since 2016 and also leads New Zealand Photography Workshops. Gail also tutors photography privately\, as well as Photoshop and Lightroom post processing. Her personal work covers a variety of genres\, her favourite genres are composites and creative work\, macro and closeups\, sport\, wildlife and underwater portraits.  \n\n\n\nDetails & Inclusions \n\n\n\n\nWhere: Tauranga Photographic Society’s club rooms. 177 Elizabeth Street.\n\n\n\nWorkshop fee: $200\, the workshop is limited to 12 attendees\n\n\n\nMeals: Tea\, Coffee and Biscuits provided. BYO lunch both days\n\n\n\n\nThe workshop will start at 9am on Saturday and conclude at 3pm on Sunday. On Saturday evening you’re invited to an optional get together dinner (pay your own way) at a local restaurant.  \n\n\n\nOnce registered and paid\, you’ll receive a full schedule\, location details\, and a recommended gear guide.
URL:https://photography.org.nz/calendarofevents/creative-stations-with-gail-stent/
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SUMMARY:Judging Specialisation Session (PJ/Street) - David Smith FPSNZ
DESCRIPTION:This is one of three special sessions intended for PSNZ Accredited and Trainee Judges this year. \n\n\n\n\nSunday\, 19 April – Nature Specialisation led by Geoff Beals (APSNZ)\n\n\n\nSunday\, 26 July – Photojournalism / Street Specialisation led by David Smith FPSNZ\n\n\n\nSunday\, 11 October – Creative / ICM Specialisation led by Judy Stokes APSNZ\n\n\n\n\nPlease contact Neil Gordon of the Judge Accreditation Team to register your interest.
URL:https://photography.org.nz/calendarofevents/judging-specialisation-session-pj-street-david-smith-fpsnz/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260904T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260906T170000
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SUMMARY:Spring Photography Workshop @ Blue Duck Station with Martyn Davies
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the vibrant landscapes of Blue Duck Station this spring for an exclusive 2.5-day photography workshop with talented photographer Martyn Davies! Located in the Ruapehu District on the banks of the Whanganui and Retaruke Rivers\, and surrounded by Whanganui National Park\, Blue Duck Station is an outdoor enthusiast’s playground.  \n\n\n\nThe station’s core values are to conserve its endangered wildlife\, increase the health of native bush and rivers\, and preserve the history of the area\, while educating visitors about the endangered New Zealand blue duck\, other native species and local history. Blue Duck Station boasts an abundance of opportunities for photographers to capture some amazing imagery. \n\n\n\nFrom sunrise at the top of the world\, to native wildlife\, towering redwood forest\, and so much more our photography tours take you to a variety of locations by ATV and jet boat. Martyn\, is a freelance photographer and videographer with a diverse background. After spending 11 years in the army\, he transitioned into the alpine rescue and ski industries\, where he spent another six years honing his skills in the adventure sport and alpine sport environments. Drawing from these experiences\, Martyn now specializes in tourism and adventure tourism photography. He is also involved in live streaming sporting and corporate events. \n\n\n\nThe workshop fee of $1150 includes: \n\n\n\n\n2 nights’ accommodation in bunk room style rooms\, share twin in Whio Lodge. See accommodation here (single upgrades are available on request for an extra $130).\n\n\n\n\n\n2 cooked breakfasts\n\n\n\n2 evening meals\n\n\n\nATV transport (2) around the station with 2 local guides\n\n\n\nA jet boat ride that has been extended to 3 hours based on feedback from past attendees.\n\n\n\nLunches are at your own cost on the on-site café.\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is perfect for people that want to experiment with a range of photography e.g landscape\, slow motion waterfalls\, gardens\, station life and birds\, while exploring Blue Duck Station’s rugged beauty. Reserve your spot now and don’t miss the chance to see New Zealand’s spring landscapes through your lens! \n\n\n\nThe workshop will start at 2pm on Friday September 4th and conclude around 2pm on Sunday 6th September. A medium level of fitness will be required as some walking on tracks will occur. \n\n\n\nOnce you have registered and paid\, you will receive more in depth information on the schedule as well as a recommended gear sheet. \n\n\n\nWorkshop is limited to 9 people \n\n\n\nLog into the Member’s Area to register for this workshop.
URL:https://photography.org.nz/calendarofevents/spring-photography-workshop-blue-duck-station-with-martyn-davies/
CATEGORIES:Workshop Series
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SUMMARY:Judging Specialisation Session (Creative/ICM) - Judy Stokes APSNZ
DESCRIPTION:This is one of three special sessions intended for PSNZ Accredited and Trainee Judges this year. \n\n\n\n\nSunday\, 19 April – Nature Specialisation led by Geoff Beals (APSNZ)\n\n\n\nSunday\, 26 July – Photojournalism / Street Specialisation led by David Smith FPSNZ\n\n\n\nSunday\, 11 October – Creative / ICM Specialisation led by Judy Stokes APSNZ\n\n\n\n\nPlease contact Neil Gordon of the Judge Accreditation Team to register your interest.
URL:https://photography.org.nz/calendarofevents/judging-specialisation-session-creative-icm-judy-stokes-apsnz/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261023T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261025T150000
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SUMMARY:Wildlife of Kaikoura with Leanne Buchan
DESCRIPTION:Join wildlife photographer Leanne Buchan in Kaikōura for an unforgettable long-weekend workshop immersed in the incredible bird life and coastal beauty of Aotearoa. Leanne\, owner of Feather in Your Capture\, is a passionate educator who loves helping photographers of all levels capture compelling wildlife images. \n\n\n\nWhat’s Included \n\n\n\n\nPrivate charter aboard the Coastal Encounter vessel Delphinadae\, where you’ll photograph albatross\, other pelagic seabirds\, and—if we’re lucky—dolphins.\n\n\n\nGuided sessions along the Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway\, focusing on coastal birds\, New Zealand fur seals\, and dramatic seascapes at both sunrise and sunset.\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Schedule – Friday 23 October – Sunday 25 October (Labour Weekend) \n\n\n\n\nStarts: 5pm Friday\n\n\n\nEnds: Approximately 3pm Sunday – Labour Weekend gives you an extra day on Monday to explore Kaikōura or continueyour travels.\n\n\n\n\nPractical Details \n\n\n\n\nMeals: At your own cost in local cafés and restaurants.\n\n\n\nAccommodation: Please book in central Kaikōura.\n\n\n\nGroup Size: Limited to 14 participants.\n\n\n\nWorkshop Fee: $475\n\n\n\n\nGear & Fitness Requirements \n\n\n\n\nRecommended lens: 400–600mm zoom.\n\n\n\nExpect 3–4 hours on the open sea — good sea legs (or reliable seasickness remedies) essential.\n\n\n\nA moderate level of fitness is required for several hours of walking on Saturday and Sunday.\n\n\n\n\nImportant Notes \n\n\n\n\nThe boat operator may cancel the charter if weather conditions are unsafe. In this case\, the boat-tour portion of your fee will be refunded.\n\n\n\nOnce registered and paid\, you’ll receive full schedule details and a recommended gear list.
URL:https://photography.org.nz/calendarofevents/wildlife-of-kaikoura-with-leanne-buchan/
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SUMMARY:Breeding Spoonbills and Shorebirds by John Parker
DESCRIPTION:The feature of this workshop is to introduce you to a newly formed breeding colony of Spoonbills in the Hawkes Bay which offers superb reasonably close range shooting. \n\n\n\nThe workshop will be led by John Parker\, an award-winning bird wildlife photographer based in Te Awamutu\, New Zealand. Over the years John’s work has gained National/International recognition winning Kiwi Image of the Year\, New Zealand Professional Photographer of the Year and has been published in books\, magazines\, and calendars worldwide. As the founder of Maddox Photography NZ\, John has combined his passion for the outdoors\, adventure\, and photography into a unique experience for fellow photography enthusiasts. \n\n\n\nFriday 2.00pmWe will begin at 2.00pm at the Kennedy Park Conference Centre with an introductory briefing and a presentation by John on his Journey and what he looks for in a strong image\, followed by a familiarisation tour of the colony.Saturday 5.00 amAn early start is needed to take advantage of the sunrise at the colony. We will aim to be back by 8.30 am so you can get breakfast resuming at the Conference Room by 10.00 am for a processing workshop and processing clinic. Mid-afternoon John will show us one of the best shorebird locations in the Bay where we would hope to catch some evening colour.Sunday 5.00 amOur second early start at the colony followed by breakfast. Then you will have free time to explore these or other locations recommended by John. \n\n\n\nBirds on offer at these locations include Royal Spoonbill\, White Heron\, Cormorants\, Patiki\, Dabchicks\, Australian Coot\, Pukeko\, Pied stilts\, Dotterel\, Godwits\, Canadian geese\, Wrybill and Heron. \n\n\n\nPlease note the above timeline is weather dependent. \n\n\n\nFitness \n\n\n\nAll locations are on level ground and provide easy walking. \n\n\n\nAccommodation and MealsAccommodation is not included in the fee but we recommend you make use of the Kennedy Park Resort which offers a wide range of accommodation. No meals\, snacks or drinks areincluded.
URL:https://photography.org.nz/calendarofevents/breeding-spoonbills-and-shorebirds-by-john-parker/
CATEGORIES:Workshop Series
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