Categories are: OPEN | DIFFUSE Judge: TBC Closing Date for Entries: On or before 25 March (midnight) Presentation Night: 22th April 2021 at the TTC Club Rooms Please note that prints will need to be delivered on or before the 25th of March. If you have any comments or need special consideration please let us […]
On Wednesday the 12th of May we are having a small print critique evening at the Tararua Tramping Club committee room from 6pm. Bring along three or more of your favourite prints and be prepared to talk about how they were taken, what you like about them and then give constructive feedback on others’ images. […]
This event has now been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. Rachael Smith - Using Photography as a method of healing & recovery Through this work, I have explored challenges that occurred in a relationship where the balance of power was unequal. This autobiographical body of work has come about through observing myself, everyday routines, environment […]
“I am a people and places photographer from Paekakariki. I was the school photographer at high school taking photos for the school newspaper and magazines. I was diverted into being a marine biologist for much my career, but a few years ago I decided to make my photographic passion into my job. This can be […]
Whether you are putting together a digital or print honours submission, having a play around with smaller versions of your prints can be a great way to experiment with the content of your portfolio and its layout. In this meeting, we'll be taking it one step further with a part-"round robin"/part- "game of telephone" activity. […]
About Mark: I have been earning my living as a photographer for 30 years. I started out working on newspapers and then like all journalists eventually do, I went to the dark side.I do commercial work now, mainly in the Communications space. Each assignment or photoshoot has a brief. It can be highly prescriptive and […]
If you want to get the best results from your camera, you need to learn the fundamental skills and theory of good photography. Bring your fully manual-capable (D)SLR camera and owner's manual (if you have one) to the first session. Details are still be fully sorted, but we will update this page as they become […]
Wellington's annual Mid-Winter solstice festival, Loemis (https://www.loemis.nz/) is back with a month full of programming in the lead up to the longest night of the year. The culmination is a parade to Oriental Bay Parade for a giant bonfire, energetic brass band, and colourful costumes. This year the procession will begin at Waitangi at 5:30pm […]
We are hosting a 10x10 member presentation where some of our members will be talking to 10 of their images for around 10 minutes each. Doors open at 7pm at the Tararua Tramping Club.
This Thursday some of our members will be presenting some of their favourite pics from the last year. Each member will run through 10 of their favourite images. This is a great chance to see the work of other members and how they approach different subjects. We have had a good range of events and […]
All day workshop: Morning tutorial & Evening Practical More details and registration available shortly.
Wellington Photographic Society: 2021 Exhibition Wellington Photographic Society – Annual Exhibition 2021 13-27 July 2021 – Te Auaha Gallery You are invited to enjoy the Annual Exhibition of the Wellington Photographic Society, being held this year in the Te Auaha Gallery Dates and Times: Te Auaha Gallery, Dixon Street, 13-27 July 2021. Opening Night: 13 […]
James is a Street photographer who is passionate about people and telling their stories through photography. As well as telling stories through candid street photography. "I hope to leave the viewer wondering what's happening in a particular scene. I also capture intimate posed street portraits of strangers that I meet on my street walks." […]
It’s been a while since we had a good old fashioned ‘Show and Tell’ It could be prints, a photobook, a piece of gear that makes your life easier, or a portfolio or website you are currently working on, the project you are most proud of or even something you can’t work out and have […]
Notice of Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Wellington Photographic Society Inc The date of the AGM is set for 26 August 2021. We are calling for any motions members want to put on the agenda as part of the AGM business, and for nominations for officeholders and WPS Committee members. Any motion for a change to the WPS […]
Come and join us for a post lockdown walk around the south coast - from Owhiro Bay to Island Bay and back. Meet at the carpark corner of Owhiro Bay Road and Happy Valley Road at 10.30, Sunday 19th September. Prior to coming to the meetup, read the article posted by Julie Brixton on 5 […]
This has been postponed due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak, we'll provide details on the new date once the situation has cleared up. Projected image competition 2021 September 23, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm This is the WPS Annual Competition for Projected Images which is open to all members of the society and is a […]
Each year, photography clubs from across the Wellington region come together to compete for bragging rights and spiffy trophies for best print. Technical skill doesn’t necessarily guarantee a place in the top 3, but a good eye and submitting a photo deftly encapsulates the theme will take you far. The interclub competition is a great […]
AGM 2021 (In-person & Zoom Meeting) November 11, 2021 @ 7:00 - 9.00pm Members of the Wellington Photographic Society are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting: 7.00 pm 11 November 2021 to be held both in-person at the Tararua Tramping Club and online via Zoom. Registration & Zoom Links: In-Person: https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/.../wps-agm-in-person... Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87940546540 Agenda: Will […]
Join the Wellington Photographic Society for a 2-hour tour of one of Wellington's famous and beautiful cemeteries. Friends of Karori Cemetery have graciously agreed to host us on their "Off the Beaten Track Tour". This tour will take us to many spots of photographic interest across the 100-acre cemetery. Price: $10/Person We've been advised that […]
How about a photo scavenger hunt? 90mins to shoot 10 topics. Best overall image wins a prize! This meetup is on 25th Nov at the club for the usual time 7pm and we'll hand out the topics. Make sure you bring a camera or phone to the event so you can take part :) We'll […]
Projected image competition 2021 – Entry & Rules December 09, 2021 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm This is the WPS Annual Competition for Projected Images which is open to all members of the society and is a great chance to share your work with other club members. These will be presented and winners announced […]
This is our first meeting of 2022. Special General Meeting First off will be a brief Special General meeting to finalise some items from last years AGM and then we will kick on with the rest of our evening. Special General Meeting Documents: Link Bird Photography Join a few local photographers as they share the […]
In keeping with or theme for the month - Birds. We are going to have a meetup at Pāuatahanui Wildlife Reserve on Feb 19th. If we meet up around 4pm then the tide will be on the way out. Meetup Location: https://goo.gl/maps/2kjPPbudJJ2r9LiYA
Botanical Gardens - Photo Walk This is a casual photo walk, open to all, no matter how experienced you are with your camera :) Any skill level, any camera gear (even if it's just your phone - the best camera is always the one you have with you), any style of photography is welcome. It's […]
Ever wondered what happens at Wellington Zoo as the sun goes down? This Friday we will have a meetup from 5.30pm to capture the animals of Wellington Zoo at dusk. Zoo entry will be half price from 4pm and the zoo will be open until 7.30pm. With so many great photographic opportunities at Wellington Zoo, […]
If you’re interested in street photography but haven’t done it before, it’s been a while or you just want another opportunity – this meet-up is for you! Anyone is welcome, from beginners to advanced, no matter the camera you have. Join us as we wander the streets of Wellington and capture the interesting sights of […]
Imagine you could keep your eyes open for a certain amount of time and capture everything you’re seeing in just one image – wouldn’t that be nice? That’s exactly how long exposure photography works; instead of “freezing” time, the idea is to capture everything that happens while the shutter is open. This is a quick online […]
This is a follow up practical session on long exposure photography workshop. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to make long-exposure photographs. We will start by meeting at Princess Bay (carpark), to have a quick look at some of the best settings for long exposure photography. And then head out and take some photographs. Meetup […]
21st April @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm This is the WPS Annual Competition for Projected Images which is open to all members of the society and is a great chance to share your work with other club members. This is the WPS Annual Competition for Projected Images which is open to all members of […]
This Thursday some of our members will be presenting some of their favourite pics from the last year. Each member will run through 10 of their favourite images. This is a great chance to see the work of other members and how they approach different subjects. We have had a good range of events and […]
Join us for an opportunity to shoot in black and white in a relaxed environment. Starting at the Te Papa ground floor cafe, we will have a chat, set our cameras to black and white together and then set off to capture some images. Returning to the cafe afterwards we will then hand our cameras […]
It’s been a while since we had a good old fashioned ‘Show and Tell’ It could be prints, a photobook, a piece of gear that makes your life easier, or a portfolio or website you are currently working on, the project you are most proud of or even something you can’t work out and have […]
The Wellington Photographic Society will be visiting New Zealand’s largest and most comprehensive palaeontology collection on May 28th, 2022 at 11 AM. The collection is located at GNS Science on 1 Fairway Drive, Lower Hutt. To learn more about the collection, visit: gns.cri.nz/Home/Products/Databases/National-Paleontology-Collection Tour size is limited to 15 so booking will be first come, first […]
It gets dark early these days, so lets do some night photography! Join fellow WPS photographers this Thursday at Santeria Pizza and Pasta on Cuba St for a chance to shoot some reflections, street photography and the city at night. When? Thursday June 9th, 2022 What time? 6:00 – 8:00 PM Meeting Point: Santeria Pizza […]
Looking to take your firework photography to the next level? You’ve come to the right place. This meeting precedes a meetup for the Matariki Fireworks Celebration on Friday the 24th of June. In this meeting, we will go over some techniques and tips to shooting fireworks and show off some member images. Hopefully by the […]
Celebrate the Māori New Year with a stunning fireworks display on Friday 24 June, the first-ever Matariki public holiday! The fireworks will be let off within Wellington Harbour, at 7.15pm and last for approximately ten minutes. This meet-up will follow a theory session at the Tararua Tramping Club the day before. Make sure to attend […]
The cold wet weather is a great excuse for a cozy movie night! Come and join us and watch Annie Leibovitz Life Through A Lens - a fascinating insight into the life and inspirations for her work. Doors open from 7pm and the movie will start at 7.15pm. Entry is free and tea, coffee and […]
I'm sure many of you have seen some fabulous images taken from a drone. Have you ever thought about getting a drone? Are you curious about how they work? At this meeting, Andrew will tell us all about drones and answer your questions in this presentation. Andrew Turner is a freelance photographer specialising in sport, […]
We have secured 20 spots for WPS members at this talk by Nicola Legat. Nicola is the Publisher of Massey University and Te Papa presses. Her talk will be at Soundings Theatre on Saturday, August 20th, from 4pm - 4:45pm. This talk is part of the Photobook/NZ Festival, celebrating small press photobooks and connecting photographers […]
James will join us again for another presentation on telling stories through street photography. James's presentation last year was very well received so don't miss out on this. James is a Street photographer who is passionate about people and telling their stories through photography. As well as telling stories through candid street photography. […]
AGM 2022 (In-person & Zoom Meeting)Thursday September 8th -2022 @ 7:00 - 9.00pm Members of the Wellington Photographic Society are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting: 7.00 pm on the 8th of September 2022 to be held both in-person at the Tararua Tramping Club and online via Zoom. The date of the AGM is […]
Tonight some of our members will be presenting some of their favourite pics from the last year. Each member will run through 10 of their favourite images. This is a great chance to see the work of other members and how they approach different subjects. This event is in place of our Annual Print Competition […]
My family has a very strong connection with Cuba St, or more correctly the ship it's named after. I'm doing a personal pilgrimage, The Voyage of the Cuba, on Thursday evening, the 6th October. We will be meeting at the corner of Cuba & Manners St, outside the 2Degrees shop at 5.30pm. If you are […]
How to be an artist with a camera A talk on the artistic side of photography. How to be an artist with a camera with an introduction to the visual language of photography to capture expressive and artistic images. The main aim of the talk is to encourage people to try various approaches to image-making […]
2022 Wellington Interclub Print Competition Each year, photography clubs from across the Wellington region come together to compete for bragging rights and a trophy for best print. Technical skill doesn’t necessarily guarantee a place in the top 3, but a good eye and submitting a photo deftly encapsulates the theme will take you far. The […]
Track cycling is ideal, as you have 'captive' subjects who keep going past you with some regularity, and you can try all manner of techniques. You can also leave bags etc in the middle of the park. It's secure, as only officials go there. A sunhat is strongly advised, even in October. The cyclists are […]
Tucked up over the city of Wellington is Zealandia, an ecosanctuary reminiscent of the days before humans arrived in New Zealand. Zealandia is a great place to photograph more than just birds - there are invertebrates, plants, fungi, and tuatara too (so you don't need a huge long lens if you don't have one). It's spring […]
Lara is a Wellington photographer, she explores dreamscapes through the themes of metamorphosis, mortality, escapism, ascension, peace and silence. She will talk about her practice, her photographic process and inspiration. Lara has received multiple awards for her work including a finalist at the Lucie Foundation Portrait Awards 2021, first place in Nude and Figure category […]
Who is your favourite photographer and why? Member Presentation: We often recommend studying the work of other great photographers. It is a great way to deepen your understanding, develop your creative vision and to inspire your own projects. So who are your favourite photographers and what do you like about their work? We have several […]
The speaker we have on November 24th is Jane Dunn, a forensic photographer with the New Zealand Police. This will be a fascinating talk about a form of photography as record-keeping. Jane has introduced herself in the bio below. My Name is Jane Dunn and I am in my 17th year of being a police […]
This year's print competition will be held on the 8th of December. Full Competition details: 8th of December @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Categories are: Open | Black and White New Closing Date for Entries: On or before the 10th of November (midnight) Presentation Night: 8th of December 2022 at the TTC Club Rooms […]
Welcome to our Summer Photography Competition! This competition invites photographers of all levels to showcase their best summer-themed shots. From beach landscapes to city streets filled with sun-kissed crowds, we're looking for images that capture the essence of summer and the memories it creates. We have a prize for winner from our friends at Splendid. […]
Who doesn’t love summer? It’s the season where you might want to travel, go out with friends, or take advantage of the golden hour. Whatever the case, it’s definitely one of the best times to take out your camera. We are looking for members to showcase what they have been up to during their summer […]
Join the Wellington Photographic Society for a 2-hour tour of one of Wellington's famous and beautiful cemeteries. Friends of Bolton Cemetery have graciously agreed to host us on this tour will take us to many spots of photographic interest across the 100-acre cemetery. Price: To be advised RSVP: bronwyn.rideout@gmail.com Location: Bolton St Cemetery We've been advised […]
A great event for all ages and a chance to get some spectacular images. This free, family friendly event, held on the beautiful Ōtaki Beach. It's well worth to see the spectacular kites at New Zealand's largest kite festival. See world class kites of all shapes and sizes. Relax in the sun and enjoy the […]
We had an excellent kick-off to the year at our last meeting, with a good number of members, visitors and presenters. Thank you to everyone who came along and an extra special thank you to those who shared what they've been up to over the summer. My Journey to APSNZ At this meeting our presenter […]
Good photographs sell products....... Ever been interested in learning some food or product photography. Getting started is actually pretty simple once you have some tips on where to start. Good product photography can be achieved with pretty simple props, coloured paper and even household lights. We’ll talk you through how the photos are setup and […]
Marty Melville based in Wellington is an award-winning Photo/video journalist who freelances to some of the largest and oldest news/photo agencies in the world today. AFP, AP, Getty Images, AAP, NZME and Photosport NZ He has freelanced to AFP (Agency France Press) for 13 years and has covered events such as Pike River, the Christchurch […]
27th April @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm This is the WPS Annual Competition for Projected Images which is open to all members of the society and is a great chance to share your work with other club members. Entry Category: Open Entries Close: 13th of April Each member can submit up to three images. […]
We are running another trip to Matiu Somes Island, including an overnight stay on 29 April (limited to 7 people due to accommodation restrictions).The cost will be $35 per person for the accommodation overnight. You are also welcome to come just for the day on either 29 or 30 April. There will be plenty of […]
{Suite} Gallery Director David Alsop has had a long association with photographer Ans Westra, which began in 2007 after she was invited to exhibit prints at the newly-opened gallery. In 2012 they established Suite Tirohanga together to act as agent for Ans, with David taking on the role of manager of her print archive and […]
Madison Emond is an intermedia artist whose practice focuses on interactions between people and land. She uses the photographic process as a method of gaining a greater understanding of the physical and spiritual constitution of Earth. Emond received a Fulbright Award for her photography and is currently based in Aotearoa completing her year-long award. Based […]
Were you inspired by our recent Light Painting presentation? Here's an opportunity to give it a go yourself! We are meeting at the Petone Foreshore Playground on the corner of Waione street and Marine Parade, just down the road from the other WPS (Wellington Photographic Supplies). There is a beach, a playground, a walking trail, […]
Get ready for an awesome presentation featuring two incredibly talented photographers from the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF). These two photographers have some serious skills behind the camera, and they're here to give us a sneak peek into their world. We're talking about capturing jaw-dropping action shots, heartfelt moments, and everything in between. From training […]
Join us for an early morning photo meetup at Otari Wilton's Bush at 7.30am on Saturday 18 June. Meet at the entrance next to the school (Banks Entrance near the Cockayne centre and lawn). We can photograph the early morning sun as it lights up the plants, and the birds as they wake up and […]
Mid-Winter Xmas You’re invited to join us on Thursday, 22th of June at 7:00pm for our Mid-Winter Xmas meeting at the Tararua Tramping Club. In addition to the food and a quiz, there will be some festive frivolities such as a festive photography quiz some food and drinks. Swap Meet: If you have a closet […]
Tatsiana is a freelance documentary photographer with a focus on indigenous issues, migration and climate change. She will be talking about a long-term project of hers, documenting her adopted whanau. She will discuss developing the project, its importance in her professional journey and finding herself in photography through embracing ethical visual storytelling. Date: 13th July, […]
A look under the waves of Wellington – exploring the success and challenges of marine conservation Dr Nicole Miller is Chair of the Friends of Taputeranga Marine Reserve Charitable Trust and the President of the Wellington Underwater Club. Nicole designs and leads marine citizen science projects and uses a range of visual and immersive techniques […]
The exhibition is being held this year at the Thistle Hall at 293 Cuba St and will run from 14-20 August. Our annual exhibition is the opportunity to showcase the best work of our members to family, friends and the public and we try to include work from each member. Exhibition dates and times Thistle Hall, […]
These evening photo walks are a great way to meet some other people that are keen on photography and explore Wellington. Join us for a nice stroll to capture some of the capital's great architecture and street life. Walk location: From Tararua tramping Club (at 7pm) To Oriental Parade Rotunda The route is Tararua Tramping […]
Details will be finalised shortly. But we are meeting at the Tararua Tramping Club from 7.00pm and heading from there. For those of you that want to pick up there Exhibition prints, there will be an opportunity to do so from 7pm.
We will be meeting this Saturday (9th Sept) for an architectural photography meetup. This will be a visit to St Mary of the Angels Catholic Church where we will be able to take images inside this iconic and beautiful building. We will meet outside the church at 1pm. This will give the chance to photograph […]
Flat Lay Photography - 14th September Flat Lay is simply an image with a bird's eye view of carefully arranged objects (or people!) Your canvas can be as small or as large as you like and works really well for a variety of genres such as documentary, commercial, fashion, and food. There will be several different stations for […]
Notice of Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Wellington Photographic Society Inc The date of the AGM is set for 28 September 2023. We are calling for any motions members want to put on the agenda as part of the AGM business, and for nominations for officeholders and WPS Committee members. Any motion for a change to […]
Finding Vivian Maier is a 2013 American documentary film about the photographer Vivian Maier, who working most of her life as a nanny and housekeeper, took over 100,000 photographs secretly and hid them in lockers until they were discovered decades later. She is now considered one of the greatest 20th century American photographers. The film documents […]
We are looking for members to showcase what they have been up over the last year. We love to see what our members have been doing – learning new skills, photographing new environments or just making memories with family and friends. If you think you might have something you like to show off, let at […]
The Annual Interclub Print Battle hosted by the Kapiti Coast Camera Club. October 29th, Doors open 12pm, at the Otaihanga Boating Club (19 Makora Road, Otaihanga, Paraparaumu. Each year, photography clubs from across the Wellington region come together to compete for bragging rights and spiffy trophies. The interclub competition is a great competition for new […]
Photography Scavenger Hunt A Photography Scavenger Hunt is a fun way to stretch your photography and creative skills alongside other Photographers. But it is so much more than that. There will be 10 subjects/tasks to capture (revealed on the day). There will be a prize for best overall image and a random spot prize for […]
This presentation will have three sections Why Black and White, and some How's – Mark Berger Black and White – from Camera, to process, to print – Glen Wheatley Low Key Black and White Photography – Rick Spencer The presentations will include: Why black and white photography is relevant What makes a strong black and […]
Full Competition details: 14th of December @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Categories are: Open | Shapes Closing Date for Entries: 1st of December Presentation Night: 14th of December 2022 at the TTC Club Rooms When submitting your prints please ensure: The prints are adequately protected i.e. with card/portfolio/bubble wrap All items submitted with the […]
What’s in the Bag? What’s in the bag, is a creative photography challenge that begins with a little brown bag. The challenge starts with five everyday items. Each item offers a challenge designed to challenge your creativity. There are only a limited number of bags available, but don’t worry if you miss out on a […]
A great event for all ages and a chance to get some spectacular images. This free, family-friendly event, is held on the beautiful Ōtaki Beach. It's well worth to see the spectacular kites at New Zealand's largest kite festival. See world class kites of all shapes and sizes. Relax in the sun and enjoy the […]
BOWLZILLA Wellington is celebrating its 9th year as New Zealand’s biggest skateboarding festival the week of the 17th of February and capping it all with the New Zealand National Bowl Skating Championships. For the ninth consecutive year, BOWLZILLA Wellington will be putting on the biggest week of skating in New Zealand. With more events, bigger […]
Debbie Rawson is best known as a musician but has been pursuing the visual arts with equal dedication since the age of 12 when her father gave her a Box Brownie for Xmas. She graduated from The Photo School in 2007 and completed a post-grad dip in Photography and Applied Art at Te Auaha, 2019. […]
Horse racing, kiwi style. The iconic Castlepoint Beach races are set to kick off again in 2024! This day trip is a superb opportunity to leave the city and experience something new. The beach is looking perfect for race day with the first race set to get underway at 10.30am (depending on the tide). You […]
Come and join us and celebrate pride! The annual pride parade is a bunch of fun and colour with photo opportunities galore. Running along Courtney Place and Dixon St from 5.30pm, let's meet by Bunnings Warehouse on Tory St by 5pm which should give us time to find a spot. Following the parade is a […]
Capture the skies, the excitement, and the essence of aviation at the Kapiti Aeromodellers Club's 2024 Annual Rally! We extend a warm invitation to the talented members of the Wellington Photography Club to join us on the 16th of March from 10 am to 3 pm. Event Details: 📍 Location: Queen Elizabeth Park, Machay's Crossing, […]
Every year the Zoo opens late on certain nights during March. This gives us a chance to have a laid-back, half-price visit to the zoo to capture some images of the awesome animals. There are some new attractions since we did this last year including snow leopards and a baby giraffe! Bring a picnic, bring […]
CubaDupa is coming up on the weekend of 23-24 March, and we’re planning a meet up. What’s the plan? We’ll meet for coffee at Raglan Roast, 40 Abel Smith Street from 11:30 on 23rd March As the festival gets underway from midday we will walk the length of Cuba down to Wakefield Street and back, […]
Rebecca Kempton is a multi-award winning full-time Commercial and Portrait Professional Photographer who is based in the beautiful Wairarapa town of Greytown. Rebecca holds a Master of Photography Distinction I bar with the NZ Institute of Professional Photography and has been a finalist 4 times in the past few years for NZ Documentary and Landscape […]
Clive Pigott - Alternative Printing Processes. Thursday 11th April, Tararua Tramping Club, 7pm About Clive: I’ve been making photographs since I was 12. I’m now 58. I am not a naturally talented photographer. My eye didn’t really improve until I was in my 40’s and only after I had adopted digital. Until then successful images […]
Join us this Sunday evening (April 14th) for some steel wool photography with WPS member Barry Mahon! Time and Location: We will begin the night at Freyberg Pool parking area at 1745. If you arrive late or can't find us, please message WPS directly (via social media) or our host Bronwyn at 0221229801. Once we […]
Tawhai Moss Brown is an avid wildlife photographer and Aotearoa New Zealand’s only, and fourth best, scientician. Tawhai’s photography focuses mostly on birds and he uses his Instagram as a platform for sharing ‘science’ and social commentary alongside bird photography. Tararua Tramping Club, 4 Moncrieff St. Doors open 7pm, Free entry
Tucked up over the city of Wellington is Zealandia, an ecosanctuary reminiscent of the days before humans arrived in New Zealand. Zealandia is a great place to photograph more than just birds - there are invertebrates, plants, fungi, and tuatara too (so you don't need a huge long lens if you don't have one). Coming […]
Amber-Jayne Bain is a photographer with over 20 years experience operating commercially in Te-Whanganui-a-Tara. A lengthy hiatus in her career as a photographer when she had children, was a deliberate choice, but her return to the industry over the last 5 years has seen a return to strength as a professional - a progression away […]
The Forgotten Photographer Who Saved A Town For nearly 100 years the name Jos Divis was missing from histories of New Zealand photography. Now a wrong is being righted. Some call him the ‘inventor of the selfie’. A street photographer ahead of his time, he pioneered techniques to capture images of ordinary people and their […]
Night-time Scavenger Hunt A Photography Scavenger Hunt is a fun way to stretch your photography and creative skills alongside other Photographers, especially in the dark! There will be 20 prompts from which you will choose 10 to photograph. There will be a prize for best overall image and a random spot prize for a lucky […]
This is the WPS Annual Competition for Projected Images which is open to all members of the society and is a great chance to share your work with other club members. Entry Category: Open Entries Close: 13th of June Each member can submit up to three images. Entries should be sent to comms@wps.org.nz by midnight,13th of […]
It’s been a while since we had a good old-fashioned ‘Show and Tell’ It could be prints, a photobook, a piece of gear that makes your life easier, or a portfolio or website you are currently working on, the project you are most proud of or even something you can’t work out and have been […]