WHEN: Tuesday 4th August 2026 TIME: 1.30pm – 2.30pm WHERE: Space 25, Wilmer St, just down the road a little from The Majestic on Durham, Christchurch Central City
Whether you’re photographing a birthday party, charity fundraiser, community event, corporate function, or special celebration, capturing the energy and atmosphere of an event can feel overwhelming. Modern cameras offer an incredible range of features, but knowing which settings to use and when can make all the difference.
Join Bruce Mitchell for this practical introduction to event photography and video, where he’ll show you how to confidently use your camera to create compelling images and videos without getting lost in menus, settings, or thousands of unnecessary files.
Photography Essentials
Bruce will cover:
Choosing the right camera settings for events
Autofocus modes and how to use them effectively
Custom function buttons and camera setup
Lens selection for different event situations
Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual Mode – when and why to use each
Creating variety in your images while maintaining consistency
Developing an efficient workflow to help you capture key moments without overshooting
Video Production 101
Learn the fundamentals of event videography, including:
The key differences between photography and video
Framing and composition techniques that work across both mediums
Understanding frame rates, aspect ratios, bit rates, and codecs
How to think like a videographer while still capturing great photographs
Building a simple and effective workflow for video production
Planning for Success
Bruce will also discuss one of the most important aspects of event coverage: planning your outcome and working backwards. Understanding the final deliverables before you start shooting can help you make better creative and technical decisions throughout the event.
This session is ideal for beginners, enthusiasts, content creators, and photographers looking to expand their skills into video coverage.
Bring your questions and discover how to confidently capture the moments that matter, whether through still images, video, or both.
Photo Connect sessions are free to attend, however bookings are essential as spaces are limited.
All tickets purchased are NON REFUNDABLE. We have a very stringent policy in place. If you purchase a ticket in any of our sales, please do not ask for a refund. Purchase of a ticket is acceptance of these terms and conditions.
You may onsell your ticket to someone of the same ticket tier as you but must notify NZIPP of the name change as soon as possible. I.e: If you are an NZIPP member you may sell your ticket to an NZIPP member. You cannot onsell your member ticket to a non member.
Please print your emailed receipt following payment. Tickets will not be sent to you, but will be available at the front desk at New Zealand Photography Show, Majestic on Durham, Christchurch for collection from 8th August 2023.
Lunch and morning tea is included for the New Zealand Photography Show on both Friday and Saturday, and afternoon tea on the Friday.
Additional charges apply to activities outside of the New Zealand Photography Show two-day conference and Gala Dinner.
The event management reserve the right to amend speaker selection at any time.
Late arrivals may result in non-admittance until a suitable break in performance.
Members Tickets:
Purchase of the New Zealand Photography Show tickets at Member rates, based on relevant Institute/Society/Association, is conditional on being a full financial member at both the time of purchase and time of attendance at the event. The non-member rate will apply and any difference invoiced and payable if respective membership is not maintained.
If you are a Tertiary Student studying a relevant qualification you can apply for free membership at NZIPP and take advantage of our NZIPP Member rates. Contact us today for more information
Covid 19 Information for attendees:
This event will be held in line with governing laws that are in place at the time, and at the location of the event.
Code of Conduct Policy:
We believe our community should be open for everyone. As such, we are committed to providing a friendly, safe and welcoming environment for all, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, beliefs or religion. We invite all sponsors, speakers, attendees, sponsors, exhibitors and other participants to help us realize a safe and positive experience for everyone. All attendees agree to the NZIPP Code of Conduct Policy which can be found here.
