NZIPP Auckland

Thinking about coming to the 2026 New Zealand Photography Show?

We've been interviewing our speakers ahead of this exciting event to find out a little more about them and what they'll be bringing to the show as a workshop host.

Our interview with Alex Cearns is now live, follow the link to watch the full interview here👉: https://youtu.be/ryq3htTLT_4

Ready to take the leap and join us for the only professional photography conference in Aotearoa? Get your ticket at www.nzphotoshow.co.nz/buy-tickets.

Houndstooth Studio by Alex Cearns Sony New Zealand

Thinking about coming to the 2026 New Zealand Photography Show?

We've been interviewing our speakers ahead of this exciting event to find out a little more about them and what they'll be bringing to the show as a workshop host.
Our interview with Jen Raoult is now live, follow the link to watch the full interview here👉: https://youtu.be/tr0KoVRaG3Y

Ready to take the leap and join us for the only professional photography conference in Aotearoa? Get your ticket at www.nzphotoshow.co.nz/buy-tickets.

Sony New Zealand

Happening tonight!

The way photographers work is changing — and not in theory, but in practice.

James Broadbent is at the centre of that shift.

A destination and adventurous elopement photographer behind Chasewild, James built his early career capturing real stories in fast-moving, unpredictable environments. That experience led him to found Narrative in 2019, with a focus on helping photographers create their best work using AI designed specifically for the needs of the global photography community.

Today, Narrative is the fastest-growing AI culling tool in the industry, used by tens of thousands of photographers across more than 160 countries and processing billions of images annually.

At the New Zealand Photography Industry Evening, James will speak to what that evolution actually looks like — from shooting in the field, to building tools that now sit at the core of modern workflows.

Thursday 11 June 2026
Narrative, 321 Karangahape Rd, Auckland
Keynote Speakers James Boradbent and Rachael Smith 4–6pm ($10)
Networking from 6.30pm (free entry)

Limited capacity. If you want in, don’t wait.

Tickets:
https://nzipp.org.nz/product/new-zealand-photography-industry-evening

Narrative

Thinking about coming to the 2026 New Zealand Photography Show?

We've been interviewing our speakers ahead of this exciting event to find out a little more about them and what they'll be bringing to the show as a workshop host.

Our interview with Eilish Burt is now live, follow the link to watch the full interview here👉: https://youtu.be/L0m2q-J6VwE

Ready to take the leap and join us for the only professional photography conference in Aotearoa? Get your ticket at www.nzphotoshow.co.nz/buy-tickets.

Eilish Burt Photography Sony New Zealand

Just one more sleep to go!

From file to print — this is where most photographers either elevate their work or lose control of it.

Fine art printing doesn’t need to be intimidating. This talk focuses on the decisions that actually matter, so you can start producing prints that reflect your vision accurately and consistently.

We’ll cover everything from choosing the right fine art paper, to preparing your files correctly, to understanding why so many prints don’t match expectations. You’ll also get to explore real print samples that demonstrate how dramatically paper and finish can change an image.

No live printing demo — just clear explanation, practical examples, and honest insight from someone deep in the craft.

Topics covered:
• Where to begin if you’re new to printing
• How paper choice changes your image
• Preparing files for predictable results
• Why printing is essential to your practice
• Avoiding common pitfalls
• Q&A

Presenter — Rachael Smith
Rachael Smith is an Ilford Master, photographer, and fine art printer with extensive experience helping photographers improve their print results. Her approach is straightforward, practical, and focused on removing barriers between your image and the final print.

Thursday 11 June 2026
Narrative, 321 Karangahape Rd, Auckland
Keynote Speakers James Boradbent and Rachael Smith 4–6pm ($10)
Networking from 6.30pm (free entry)

Limited spaces available:
https://nzipp.org.nz/product/new-zealand-photography-industry-evening

Narrative

3 more days to go!

Not everything happens behind a screen.

The New Zealand Photography Industry Night is where the community shows up. Photographers, creatives, industry people — all in one space, no barriers.

Meet new people. Catch up with familiar faces. Talk shop, share ideas, and be part of something that actually feels like the industry.

Good conversations. Good energy. No pressure.

Thursday 11 June 2026
Narrative, 321 Karangahape Rd, Auckland
Keynote Speakers James Boradbent and Rachael Smith 4–6pm ($10)
Networking from 6.30pm (free)

Don’t sit this one out. Tickets are limited:
https://nzipp.org.nz/product/new-zealand-photography-industry-evening

Narrative

Thinking about coming to the 2026 New Zealand Photography Show?

We've been interviewing our speakers ahead of this exciting event to find out a little more about them and what they'll be bringing to the show as a workshop host.

Our interview with Melanie Jenkins is now live, follow the link to watch the full interview here👉: https://youtu.be/lO0pMoOqnDU

Ready to take the leap and join us for the only professional photography conference in Aotearoa? Get your ticket at www.nzphotoshow.co.nz/buy-tickets.

Sony New Zealand

From photographing weddings to reshaping how millions of images are processed.

James Broadbent built his name as a destination and elopement photographer through Chasewild, working in environments where speed, storytelling, and decision-making matter in real time.

In 2019, he founded Narrative with a clear purpose — to help photographers create their best work through intelligent tools designed around how photographers actually operate. Today, Narrative is used by tens of thousands of photographers worldwide and processes billions of images every year across more than 160 countries, making it one of the fastest-growing AI culling platforms in the industry.

At the New Zealand Photography Industry Evening, James brings that full journey together — from working behind the camera to building tools that are now embedded in modern photographic workflows.

Thursday 11 June 2026
Narrative, 321 Karangahape Rd, Auckland
Keynote Speakers James Boradbent and Rachael Smith 4–6pm ($10)
Networking from 6.30pm (free entry)

If you’re serious about where photography is heading, this is one to be in the room for.

Tickets:
https://nzipp.org.nz/product/new-zealand-photography-industry-evening

Narrative

Thinking about coming to the 2026 New Zealand Photography Show?

We've been interviewing our speakers ahead of this exciting event to find out a little more about them and what they'll be bringing to the show as a workshop host.

Our interview with Tom Rae is now live, follow the link to watch the full interview here👉: https://youtu.be/UYt6NPPAsk4

Ready to take the leap and join us for the only professional photography conference in Aotearoa? Get your ticket at www.nzphotoshow.co.nz/buy-tickets.

Sony New Zealand

Your work doesn’t end on the screen.

Fine art printing is where photography becomes real — but for many, it feels like a barrier rather than a next step.

This session removes the guesswork.

You’ll learn how paper choice changes the emotional impact of your images, how to prepare files so your prints behave the way you expect, and why printing is a crucial part of developing as a photographer.

Rachael Smith will also bring a range of print samples so you can see and feel how different papers, finishes, and preparation techniques affect the final result. This is not a live demo — it’s a practical, hands-on talk designed to build real understanding.

Topics covered:
• Getting started with printing
• Understanding fine art papers
• File preparation for consistent results
• Why printing matters for your growth
• Common mistakes and how to avoid them
• Q&A

Presenter — Rachael Smith
Rachael Smith is an Ilford Master, photographer, and fine art printer known for making printing accessible and practical. Her focus is helping photographers move confidently from screen to finished print.

Thursday 11 June 2026
Narrative, 321 Karangahape Rd, Auckland
Keynote Speakers James Boradbent and Rachael Smith 4–6pm ($10)
Networking from 6.30pm (free entry)

Secure your place:
https://nzipp.org.nz/product/new-zealand-photography-industry-evening

Narrative