While the evening is principally a photographic competition, it’s also a time that we really look forward to. Giving us a chance to meet up, socialise and swap stories with old friends (and to make new ones too) from all the other Wellington clubs. The judging is always intense and a 2017lot of fun. It […]
Starting in 2018 we are asking our members to submit images around 2 monthly topics. This is a opportunity to share images on a more informal basis and get everyone more involved in sharing images. This month is Flowing Water and Curves. Send your favourite 3 pics to sharemypics@wps.org.nz by the last day of the […]
Starting in 2018 we are asking our members to submit images around 2 monthly topics. This is a opportunity to share images on a more informal basis and get everyone more involved in sharing images. This month is A Closer Look at Things & Minimal Send your favourite 3 pics to sharemypics@wps.org.nz by the last […]
Our annual Projected Image Competition is an opportunity to submit images to be projected at a club meeting. The competition is an Open category. All images are critiqued by the assigned judge. The projected image is one of two WPS club competitions held each year. Close off date for receipt of images is 26 March […]
)The joys of mobile photography are immense - who doesn't love taking photos on the go anytime, anywhere without having to worry about carrying a camera everywhere? Some of our best memories are stored in our phone's camera roll and we bet that’s the same for you. Categories & Dates Themes: Open & Summer in […]
This March will be celebrating all things Film Photography related, with speakers and a monthly competition. You can enter via Instagram with the hashtag #wpsfilmcomp Or enter via email to wpscomp@gmail.com You may enter up to three images Name each image with your name AND image number: “FirstName-LastName-NUMBER.jpg” Images must be larger than 2048px and […]
Held in conjunction with our 12hr Black & White photo competition, this will be an opportunity to get out and work with other photographers. We will meet at 9.45am at the white fountain next to Whairepo Lagoon. We will announce the competition themes at the meetup. This is an opportunity to work together with other […]
Join us for our first competition of the year – a B+W themed, 12-hour photo competition. Entrants will be able to choose from a list of themes, and will then have 12 hours to conceive, photograph, edit and submit a series of 5 images to represent that theme. Themes will be released at 10am on […]
It's 10am, that means it's time to start our B+W Competition!! Themes: People in the Community - Show us the heart of the community and what makes it special. At the Coast - It is more than beaches. Show us what is happening at a beach near you. Highlight the Shadows – Make the most […]
Week One (Earth, Sea and Sky) We are underway with our search for some outstanding images to be part of the club’s entry for the 2020 Wellington Region Interclub Print Battle. In fourteen weeks time, we will be choosing the best images on each of ten themes that make up this year’s challenge. One of […]
Week Two (Just Illusion) Just Illusion is an intriguing topic for one of the ten themes that make up this year’s Welllington Region Interclub Print Battle. We are looking to submit a cracking entry on behalf of the Society so get out there and start taking photos! You can submit three images on any theme […]
Portraits come in all shapes and sizes and we’re hoping to see a wide variety of them over the coming month. Between now and the 30th of June we’ll be inviting photographers to submit their best three monochromatic portrait images. The winning image will be featured on the cover of next months Impact magazine and […]
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 by this year's competition judge at the meeting. Category: Open Entries Close: 30th of June 2020 (Entries […]
COMPETITION DETAILS The joys of mobile photography are immense – who doesn’t love taking photos on the go anytime, anywhere without having to worry about carrying a camera everywhere? Some of our best memories are stored in our phone’s camera roll and we bet that’s the same for you. Categories & Dates Themes: Open & TBD […]
Wellington Regional Interclub Battle (Delayed from 2020) Remember it is not too late to submit your entries into our contribution to the previously postponed Interclub Print battle. The topics are here: The full list of themes is here: Earth, Sea and Sky. Just Illusion. Mono Portrait* Musical Image. Once Was Home. An Emotion. Macro Life. […]
For those who attended our last meeting, I mentioned that we will be starting a Honours Club. The purpose of this club is to provide support and encouragement to WPS members who are interested in attaining one of the three levels of distinction awarded by the Photographic Society of New Zealand: Licentiate, Associateship, and Fellowship. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Do you have any photographs that you would like feedback on? Or maybe you just can’t put your finger on what might make the image better? This is a great chance to discuss your work with other photographers or to run your work past others for feedback on how you can improve. You may bring […]