What We Do
Our Picture This Photography Weekends are less formal, less prescribed and less structured than a traditional workshop and have a relaxed, convivial social element to them which appeals to all. Suitable for beginners as much as for intermediate and advanced level photographers, we operate throughout the year and arrange weekends in some of the country’s most scenic locations, with accommodation always included.
For those wishing to improve their photographic and editing/processing skills and to learn new techniques for making better pictures, tuition is always on hand from two experienced professionals - Rina Sjardin-Thompson and Neil Protheroe. More confident and experienced photographers can take advantage of the many photographic opportunities on offer and will enjoy the company and interaction with like-minded participants.
During the weekend we conduct image reviews and explore post-processing techniques using Adobe Lightroom. These are interactive sessions, with plenty of opportunity to learn and to contribute to the review discussion. We have found this formula to be very productive and enjoyable for all, whatever the level of experience.
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LAKE OHAU PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND
11-14 JUNE 2021
Off the beaten track, Lake Ohau offers spectacular lake and mountain scenery and is a hidden gem for photographers. We’re based at Lake Ohau Quarters, which is ours exclusively for the weekend. One of our most popular trips!
Limited Availability
WEST COAST PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND
6 - 9 AUGUST 2021
An extraordinarily diverse landscape awaits us - lakes, mountains, rain forests, glaciers, beaches, rivers and more. Based in Franz Josef, this is an area you will want to return to again and again. This weekend includes a birdlife/landscape boat trip on Okarito Lagoon.
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FIORDLAND PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND
SEPTEMBER DATES COMING SOON
A two-centre long week-end with accommodation in Te Anau and at Milford Sound. We’ll be photographing at Lake Te Anau, along the spectacular Milford Road, and both sunrise and sunset at Milford. We’ve also included a cruise on Milford Sound to get up close to the many waterfalls which make this place so spectacular.
Available
MOLESWORTH AND THE AWATERE VALLEY
2- 5 OCT 2021
Come with us to explore and photograph the spectacular Marlborough back country. Based in Blenheim, we’ll venture through the Awatere Valley into Molesworth Station to enjoy wide-open spaces, pristine rivers, big skies, and the spring colours of this remote region. This is an all-inclusive 4x4 adventure off the beaten track.
Available
GOLDEN BAY PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND 4-7 feBruary 2022
A week-end of landscape photography for all skill levels. Based in Takaka, two experienced tutors will be leading the week-end, and we’ll be including some image reviews and post-processing sessions with Lightroom. Includes a private tour of Farewell Spit. Please contact us for more details.
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MACKENZIE COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND
May 2022
Autumn is one of the most spectacular seasons in the Mackenzie Basin and the area offers endless photographic opportunities. Join us to make beautiful images around Lake Pukaki, Aoraki-Mount Cook, Twizel and the nearby lakes and mountain ranges.
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Kaikoura Photography Weekend
JULY 2022
Join us to photograph the spectacular mountain and ocean scenery around Kaikoura, with snow-capped peaks adding to the endless opportunities in this area.
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MANIOTOTO PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND
2022
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