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SUMMARY:Image Critique: Bring your own print
DESCRIPTION: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? \nYou may bring in up to five photographs for critique; they can be possible competition entries or anything else you want input on. This is a great chance to run your work past others for feedback on how you can improve\, and to discuss your work with other photographers at the end of the evening. \nYou can bring digital photos on your own device or physical prints. If bringing prints we suggest at least 8×12 size so that people can view details. The images do not need to be mounted or framed\, but can be. Feedback will be anonymous during the critique and there will be an opportunity later in the evening to discuss your image with others if you would like to. \nYou can have up to five photographs per person in print or on a device (laptop or tablet). You don’t need to bring any photographs to take part\, you’re more than welcome to simply provide feedback to others or simply catch-up with other photographers. \nDon’t be afraid to participate – you do not need to be a member to take part in this meeting\, whether receiving feedback or just providing some. \nIf you are unable to bring along a digital copy on your own device\, then email your images to comms@wps.org.nz and we will put your image on the projector. We cannot guarantee feedback for these images\, but we will do our best. \nMembers of the public are welcome to attend\, tea and biscuits will be provided. \n\nDate: Thursday 9th July\nTime: Doors open from 7pm\, critique will begin at 7.30pm\nLocation: 4 Moncrieff Street\, Mt Victoria\n\nDigital Copies \nFor those wanting to bring digital images rather than prints on Thursday. In order to be able to critique digital images\, we will need each person to set up their images in a folder on their device. The other members will view the images on that device. \nEach image will need to be titled – just numbers are fine as we just need to be able to identify each one for the feedback. Having the images in a separate folder means people can switch between just those images easily. You are also welcome to set up a slideshow or similar (please allow enough time for each image to be fully digested).
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/image-critique-bring-your-own-print/
LOCATION:Tararua Tramping Club
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260723T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260723T210000
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SUMMARY:PSNZ honours - Members present their sets
DESCRIPTION:This meeting will start with a presentation introducing the Photographic Society of New Zealand’s system of honours with its three levels\, Licentiate (LPSNZ)\, Associateship (APSNZ) and Fellowship (FPSNZ).\n​​​​​​​\nThen four of our members will present sets they submitted for one of these honours\, showing us examples of both successful sets and unsuccessful sets. \nWe will see sets from Donna Jennings\, Rick Spencer\, Peter Rodgers and Mark Berger\, with each talking about their set\, why it was successful or not and the changes needed to take a set from unsuccessful to successful. \nIf you are thinking about going for your honours\, hearing how these four members prepared their sets and the feedback they got for their unsuccessful attempts will be valuable input for you in putting together your own set. \nThursday\, 23 July\, 7pm doors open\, 7:30pm presentations start\, Tararua Tramping Club\, free entry for members of the public\, koha welcome but not compulsory.
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/psnz-honours/
LOCATION:Tararua Tramping Club
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260808T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260808T160000
DTSTAMP:20260822T035243
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SUMMARY:Photobook NZ: Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Where: The Wedge\, L4\, Te PapaWhen: Saturday 8 August\, 10am – 4pm\nInitially\, we are meeting at 9.30am at @Zephyr Café and Bar\, which is across the road at TākinaThe photobook festival is coming up soon\, with plenty of events sold out or close to selling out. There are plenty of free events worth taking a look at too. \n\n\n\n\nPhotobook/NZ is New Zealand’s national Photobook Festival. It’s going to be a lively\, creative gathering at Te Papa for book lovers\, photographers\, designers and publishers — all celebrating the art of the photobook.\n\n\n\nFrom 6 -9 August this year\, there will be four days packed with events. This includes a popular bookfair\, exceptional photobook makers\, chances to learn from innovative practitioners\, exhibitions and much more. All events are open to the public.\n\nMore details available closer to the event\n\n\nhttps://www.photobooknz.com/
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/photobook-nz-meetup/
LOCATION:Te Papa Museum\, 55 Cable Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings,Meet Ups
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260813T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260813T210000
DTSTAMP:20260822T035243
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SUMMARY:Movie Night: In No Great Hurry: 13 Lessons in Life with Saul Leiter
DESCRIPTION:In No Great Hurry: 13 Lessons in Life with Saul Leiter \nSaul Leiter could have been lauded as a great pioneer of color photography (his fashion work was published in Harper’s Bazaar and Esquire)\, but was never driven by the lure of success. Instead he preferred to drink coffee and photograph in his own way\, amassing an archive of beautiful work that is now piled high in his New York City apartment. \n“In No Great Hurry floats some of [Leiter’s] most ethereal\, lustrous images\, soft\, layered scenes that glow with a watercolor’s warmth\, sharp departures from the gritty cityscapes of his contemporaries. His best work seems both of the moment and timeless.” \nDoors open from 7pm and the movie will start at 7.15pm. Entry is free and tea\, coffee and free popcorn will be available! \nFor more information about the documentary\, click here:\nIn No Great Hurry: 13 Lessons in Life with Saul Leiter \nThursday August 13th – Doors 7pm\, Tararua Tramping Club\nMembers of the public are welcome to attend\, tea and biscuits will be provided.
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/movie-night/
LOCATION:Tararua Tramping Club
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260827T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260827T210000
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SUMMARY:Legal Session with Simon Woolf
DESCRIPTION:One of our life members\, Simon Woolf\, will discuss various legal aspects of photography\, including copyright\, asserting moral rights\, photographing in public places\, the use of model releases\, and the impact of some other legislation. He has some stories to tell us from his own experiences. \nSimon would like to make this an interactive session so come along with your questions or your own examples of situations you have experienced relating to this topic. \nOne of New Zealand’s most respected and experienced photographers\, Simon has had a long career as a professional photographer with Woolf Photography\, which traces its history back to a studio started by Spencer Digby in 1934 that was acquired by Simon’s parents\, Ronald and Inge Woolf\, in 1960. He holds the distinction of Master of Photography from the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photographers. Simon has also had a long association with the Wellington Photographic Society and the Photographic Society of New Zealand\, being awarded his Fellowship of the Photographic Society of New Zealand (FPSNZ) in 2001. \nMembers of the public are welcome to attend\, tea and biscuits will be provided. \n\nDate: Thursday\, 27 August\nTime: Doors open from 7pm\, presentation will begin at 7.30pm\nLocation: 4 Moncrieff Street\, Mt Victoria
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/legal-session-with-simon-woolf/
LOCATION:Tararua Tramping Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260910T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260910T210000
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SUMMARY:Rebecca McMillan - Portraits and Film stills
DESCRIPTION:Details to be updated shortly 🙂
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/rebecca-mcmillan-portraits-and-film-stills/
LOCATION:Tararua Tramping Club
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260924T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260822T035243
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SUMMARY:Keith Molloy - Astrophotography
DESCRIPTION:Details to be confirmed shortly
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/keith-molloy-astrophotography/
LOCATION:Tararua Tramping Club
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261005T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260822T035243
CREATED:20260801T013237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T083913Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Exhibition 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Wellington Photographic Society’s annual exhibition is a highlight of our year\, bringing together the creative work of our members and sharing it with the wider public. For us\, it’s not just a chance to hang photographs on the wall – it’s an opportunity to celebrate the art of photography\, showcase the talent within our community\, and invite others to discover what makes photography such an inspiring and accessible pursuit. \nThis year’s exhibition offers a diverse collection of images captured both close to home and further afield. You’ll see photographs from all around the world – landscapes\, portraits\, street scenes\, and wildlife – but the heart of the exhibition is firmly rooted in Wellington. Our members have drawn inspiration from the beauty and variety of our own backyard: dramatic coastlines\, majestic mountains\, vibrant cities\, and the small\, fleeting details that make life unique. \nWe are also proud to display images created during our group meet-ups\, workshops\, and learning sessions. These gatherings are at the heart of what we do as a society\, offering members the chance to connect\, experiment\, and grow their photographic skills in a supportive and friendly environment. The exhibition is therefore more than just a showcase of individual work – it’s a reflection of the shared learning\, encouragement\, and passion that our community thrives on. \nVisitors can expect to see a wide range of styles and techniques\, from classic black-and-white to bold digital artistry. Whether you are a seasoned photographer\, someone with a casual interest in the medium\, or simply curious to see the world through a different lens\, there will be something here to inspire you. \nOpening Night: 5th October\, 7pm (private event\, by invitation only)\nPublic Viewing: 6th October onwards\nOpening Hours: 10am – 6pm most days\, extended to 8pm on Friday/Saturday \nWe warmly invite you to join us\, explore the exhibition\, and experience the world as seen through the eyes of our members. Who knows – you may even feel inspired to pick up a camera yourself and consider becoming part of the Wellington Photographic Society. \nOpening night\nMonday\, 5th October | Time 7pm | Thistle Hall\, 293 Cuba St\, Te Aro\nPlease come and join us to celebrate the creative photos of your fellow club members and yourself – family and friends are welcome. Finger food and refreshments will be available. \nGallery roster\nWe are looking to establish a roster of volunteers to man the gallery during weekday afternoons and during the weekends. Please contact the committee via comms@wps.org.nz if you can volunteer.
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/annual-exhibition-2026/
LOCATION:Thistle Hall\, Thistle Hall\, 293 Cuba St\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261008T210000
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SUMMARY:AGM 2026
DESCRIPTION:Details to be confirmed as they become available.
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/agm-2026/
LOCATION:Tararua Tramping Club
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261008T210000
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SUMMARY:Regular Thursday meeting
DESCRIPTION:Details to be confirmed as they become available.
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/regular-thursday-meeting-12/
LOCATION:Tararua Tramping Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261018T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260822T035243
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SUMMARY:Wellington Interclub Battle 2026
DESCRIPTION:Interclub Battle date: Sunday 18 October \n\nLocation: Plimmerton Hall\, 9 Sunset Parade\, Plimmerton\, Porirua\nLunch start time: 1.00pm\nCompetition start time: 1.30pm\n\nWe (Porirua CC) will be arranging a programme of entertainment as follows: \nSaturday 17 October \n\n1.00pm – Meet at Groundup Café\, 15 Paekakariki Hill Road\, Pāuatahanui\n2.00pm – Visit the following locations:\nSt Alban’s Church\, Pauatahanui\nPauatahanui Wildlife Reserve\nCamborne Boatsheds.\nThe are situated at the south end of the Camborne Walkway and easily accessed via the car park on the north side of the Paremata Bridge.  The boatsheds date from 1949 and were developed from small boatsheds to more substantial structures.  Poet Sam Hunt lived at Boatshed No.5 in the 1990s.\n5.30pm – Dinner at the Porirua Photography Clubrooms\, The Attic” of the Woolshed at the historic Gear Homestead\, 1 Okowai Road\, Papakōwhai\, Porirua.  Bring your own takeaways.  We will provide tea\, coffee\, juice and ice cream.  We stoll this idea from the Whanganui Club!\n\nSunday 18 October \nWe are still in the planning stages for what to do in the morning.  These are our thoughts so far: \n\nPataka and Porirua walkabout\nTitahi Bay boat sheds\nParemata bridge sunrise and walk along boat sheds\n\nTopics \n\nFreeze the action – action shot which captures the sense of motion but with minimal or no blur. Panning shots which show background blur are not valid.\nFacial expressions – a facial expression which captures and conveys emotion\nFire and / or Frozen – an image that captures either or both senses of heat and cold\nFood glorious food – A shot which makes the mouth water and the stomach rumble\nFellowship – a photo which captures a sense of community\, togetherness\, shared concern or care for others\nFashion\, flair\, flamboyance – anything goes as long it is conveys the theme\nFungus\, Fruit\, Flowers – From the natural setting to a formal arrangement\, a photo which incorporates one or more of the themed items\nFlight – An object\, bird\, person\, in the act of flying through the air\nForces of Nature – Earth\, Fire\, Water\, Resilience of nature\nFestival – the image should convey the sense of fun\, colour\, activities of an event.
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/wellington-interclub-battle-2026/
CATEGORIES:Competition
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261022T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261022T210000
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SUMMARY:Regular Thursday Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Details to be confirmed as they become available.
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/regular-thursday-meeting-13/
LOCATION:Tararua Tramping Club
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261112T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260822T035243
CREATED:20260207T074524Z
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SUMMARY:Regular Thursday meeting
DESCRIPTION:Details to be confirmed as they become available.
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/regular-thursday-meeting-14/
LOCATION:Tararua Tramping Club
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261126T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261126T210000
DTSTAMP:20260822T035243
CREATED:20260207T074622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T074622Z
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SUMMARY:Regular Thursday Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Details to be confirmed as they become available.
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/regular-thursday-meeting-15/
LOCATION:Tararua Tramping Club
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261210T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260822T035243
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SUMMARY:Annual Print Competition
DESCRIPTION:Annual Print Competition\n\n\nFull Competition details: \n\n10th of December 2026 @ 7:00 pm\nCategories are: Open | Helping Hands\, Community Spirit \nClosing Date for Entries: 26th of November\nPresentation Night: 10th of December 2026 at the TTC Club Rooms\n\n\n\nThis is a great chance to see other members’ work in print and is always a wonderful learning opportunity. Join us to discuss and appreciate the beauty of the printed photograph. Come along this Thursday to view the presentation of prints and listen to the judge’s feedback.What to bringAs this is our last meeting for the year\, we will be having some food and drinks. Some drinks will be provided\, and we would appreciate if you could bring a plate of food to share. \nWhen submitting your prints please ensure: \n\n\n\nThe prints are adequately protected i.e. with card/portfolio/bubble wrap\nAll items submitted with the prints are named i.e. photo boxes\, cardboard etc. (these will be returned to you with your print)\n\nEntry Specifications: \n\nLimited to 2 images per member per category\nImages must not have been used in any previous Wellington Photographic Society competition\nEach image is to be entered into one category only\nYou must be a current financial member of the Society to enter\nMatting of entries is optional. Maximum mat side – 16” x 20” (406mm x 508mm). Not framed. If the image is not matted it is recommended that images are printed with a white border for display purposes.\nImage size – any size within the mat dimensions\nPlease note your Name\, Subject (Open\, Helping Hands\, Community Spirit)\, Title of the image and a contact number on the back of your print (In case we need to get it back to you afterwards)\n\nEntry Rules \n\nAll elements must be the work of (or have been created by) the photographer (entrant).\nThe use of stock photography\, computer-rendered or third-party content (including skies\, borders or textures) is prohibited.\nAll content and images must be from original exposures made within 24 months of the entry closing date. This includes all composite elements of an image\, such as backgrounds\, skies\, textures and borders.\nImages captured\, retouched\, digitally edited or printed over the duration of a workshop\, seminar\, tutorial\, or similar\, where the primary focus is for education\, are ineligible\, irrespective of whether it was under the direct instruction of the presenter or not. This rule only applies to attendees of workshops\, tutorials and educational/training events. Instructors\, students\, emerging members\, and attendees of photo-tours where the primary focus is not educational\, are not restricted. If you have any questions\, regarding the entry or the rules please let us know. Exemptions may be granted in cases of sickness/extenuating circumstances (This will be on a case-by-case basis)\n\n\nAnnual Print Competition: Drop Off\n\n\n\nDrops off can be arranged by email at comms@wps.org.nz
URL:https://wps.wps.org.nz/event/annual-print-competition-2026/
LOCATION:Tararua Tramping Club
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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