WHEN: Tuesday 4th August 2026 TIME: 12pm – 1pm WHERE: Space 25, Wilmer St, just down the road a little from The Majestic on Durham, Christchurch Central City
Have you ever wondered how photographers capture stunning images of birds, animals, and wildlife in their natural environment?
Join award winning wildlife photographer Simone Jackson for an inspiring introduction to wildlife photography. In this session, Simone will share practical tips and techniques to help you improve your wildlife images, whether you’re photographing birds in your backyard, wildlife while travelling, or animals in the great outdoors.
Topics will include:
Choosing the right camera settings for wildlife
Understanding shutter speed and focus modes
Techniques for photographing birds in flight
Getting sharp images of moving subjects
Reading animal behaviour and anticipating the moment
Composition tips for stronger wildlife photographs
Working with natural light
Essential gear and accessories for wildlife photography
Simone will also share examples from her own work and discuss the patience, planning, and fieldcraft that go into creating compelling wildlife images.
This session is suitable for photographers of all skill levels, from beginners wanting to explore wildlife photography through to enthusiasts looking to improve their results.
Bring along a notebook and your questions, and discover how to capture the beauty and behaviour of wildlife through your lens.
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.
