Tauranga | March 2026: Saturday 7th, Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st
3-day beginners photography course
Are you tired of taking photos that don’t quite capture the moment as you see it?
This 3-day hands-on workshop is designed to help you break free from auto mode and start taking the photos you’ve always dreamed of - even if you’re an absolute beginner.
You’ll learn in a supportive and relaxed environment with plenty of practice, easy-to-follow notes, and bonus resources.
What you will learn
You’ll learn in a supportive and relaxed environment with plenty of practice, easy-to-follow notes, and bonus resources.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll:
✔️ Understand how to shoot in manual mode
✔️ Know how to compose beautiful, sharp images
✔️ Feel confident using your camera creatively
✔️ Receive a Diploma of Completion to celebrate your new skills!
✔️ You will have the opportunity to join LensLife, our exclusive photography community!
when and where
Dates:
Saturday March 7 | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Saturday 20th March | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Sunday 21st March | 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Locations:
📍 Papamoa Community Centre (First 2 classes)
📍 Mt Maunganui Beach (Final practice session)
Workshop Schedule
Day 1: Composition, Camera Buttons & Getting Sharp Photos
- Saturday 7th March | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
- Light temperature, direction and intensity
- Learn the basics of composition
- Understand your camera’s buttons and menus
- Tips to take consistently sharp photos
Day 2: Learning Manual Mode
- Saturday 21st March | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
- Demystify aperture, shutter speed, and ISO
- Learn how to expose your photos properly
- Practice using manual mode with guidance
Day 3: Outdoor Practice at Mt Maunganui
- Sunday 9th November | 5:00 - 7:00 PM
- A photography scavanger to practice what you have learned
- Real-time feedback and support
Learning Resources
- Access to an online group to ask questions & share progress
- Supportive community with visible Q&As for everyone
- Access to online course videos to review at your own pace
- Printed notes with all the key concepts
-A Diploma of Completion to celebrate your journey
- Exclusive invitation to join LensLife
hi, i am coni!!
(AKA, the Wanderer photographer)
Over the years, I’ve guided HUNDREDS of photographers through growing their skills, finding their creative voice, and falling in love with photography all over again.
This year, we’re on a mission to find the most fun, motivated and kind photographers out there to become part of our LensLife Community!
This 5-day challenge is a tasting of what LensLife is, a community where you belong, learn and most importantly, enjoy your photography journey!
It’s not just an event. It’s the beginning of something bigger.
Can’t wait to meet our new Lensies 💜
Coni
Hiiiii I am Coni!!!
(AKA, the Wanderer photographer)
Over the years, I’ve guided HUNDREDS of photographers through growing their skills, finding their creative voice, and falling in love with photography all over again.
I run a beautiful photography community called LensLife that has changed my life in amazing ways.
After this course I will send you an exclusive invitation to join us if you want to continue your photography journey with me.
Can’t wait to meet you and teach you soon 💜
Coni
Hiiiii I am Coni!!!
(AKA, the Wanderer photographer)
Over the years, I’ve guided HUNDREDS of photographers through growing their skills, finding their creative voice, and falling in love with photography all over again.
This year, we’re on a mission to find the most fun, motivated and kind photographers out there to become part of our LensLife Community!
This 5-day challenge is a tasting of what LensLife is, a community where you belong, learn and most importantly, enjoy your photography journey!
It’s not just an event. It’s the beginning of something bigger.
Can’t wait to meet our new Lensies 💜
Coni
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See you soon my friend, and....
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