Inspiring Photography courses, workshops and tours in NZ

Local Tutors

Learn from leading New Zealand professional photography tutors.

Small Groups

Travel with two local guides and a limited group of only 6 to 8 guests

Unique Experiences

Over 10 years of offering unique New Zealand photography experiences.

New Zealand Photography Tours

Be immersed in New Zealand’s iconic locations on our 7 to 20-day photography tours.

 

 

Photography Workshops

Master technical skills, light and composition with our 1 to 4-day workshops.

 

 

Gold Qualmark Endorsement

New Zealand Photography Workshops has achieved Gold Qualmark status, having been recognised as one of New Zealand's leading tourism operators by Qualmark – New Zealand tourism’s official quality assurance.

Recent Highlights

From our latest workshops and tours

What our guests say…

  • “I highly recommend these wonderful workshops. The tutors are highly passionate about teaching and sharing knowledge, and we felt very well looked after throughout the trip. I just returned and am about to book my next one!”

    Nelson Wang
    Winter & Astro Photography Tour - 2022
  • “Have now done a masterclass and a tour. Both were fantastic. The tuition and advice were first-class. I would highly recommend them and I’ll be booking another one.”

    Paul Davidson
    Deep South Photography Tour - 2022
  • This was an amazing, inspiring workshop with superb tuition – helpful and far beyond my expectations. I cannot praise the whole experience enough!

     

    Margie Michael
    Autumn Masterclass, Wanaka - 2023
  • “My daughter and I had a brilliant experience on our 10-day Winter and Astro Tour. The tutors were great and were very passionate about photography and teaching. They left us buzzing for the next stage of the workshop. We booked our next workshop the day after we got home.”

    T. Meetan
    Astro Masterclass, Mt Cook - 2022
  • “The workshop was great.  Gail is so inspiring and very focused on the participants.  I would definitely recommend your company/workshops to other photographers.”



    Rosalie Adlam
    Raglan Workshop - Feb 2023
  • “I had a brilliant experience recently on the 7-day Portfolio & Processing Retreat. Both Richard & Glen were outstanding tutors, guides and mentors, they changed the way I look at my photographic style and I could not recommend this course any higher.”

    Doug Fyfe
    Portfolio & Processing Retreat - Aug 2023

Official Partners

Upcoming Tours

Fiordland Photography Tour
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Ultimate New Zealand Photo Tour [2025]

25th April - 12th May 2025
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Southern Landscapes Photography Tour [2025]

22nd Feb - 5th March 2025
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NZ Deep South Photography Tour [2025]

27th Feb- 5th March 2025

Upcoming Workshops

Light and Composition Photography
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Light and Composition Masterclass – Maniototo 2025

22nd - 26th February 2025
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Craig Potton Photography Workshops
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Wilderness Photography Retreat – with Craig Potton

5th - 9th April, 2025

Style and Composition – Winter Retreat

4th - 10th August 2025
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Who We Are

New Zealand Photography Workshops

New Zealand Photography Workshops bring together the country’s best professional landscape and wildlife photographers to offer unique experiences throughout New Zealand. Small group sizes ensure an optimal learning environment, allowing you to connect and have fun with like-minded peers. Join us on our next adventure! We’re excited to help you progress with your photography journey.