3-Day Photography Course for Beginners

📸 Beginner Photography Workshop with Coni Flores

3-Day In-Person Experience | $297
Dates:

• Saturday 5th July | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Saturday 12th July | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Sunday 13th July | 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Locations:

• 📍 Papamoa Community Centre (First 2 classes)
• 📍 Mt Maunganui Beach (Final practice session)

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.

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!

✨ Workshop Schedule

📅 Day 1: Composition, Camera Buttons & Getting Sharp Photos
Saturday 5th July | 10 AM – 1 PM

• Learn the basics of composition
• Understand your camera’s buttons and menus
• Tips to take consistently sharp photos

📅 Day 2: Learning Manual Mode
Saturday 12th July | 10 AM – 1 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 13th July | 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

• A guided photo walk to apply everything you’ve learned
• Real-time feedback and support

📚 Included 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

🎓 Your Instructor:

Coni Flores is a Tauranga-based professional photographer, educator, and founder of The Wanderer Photographer. With a Bachelor's in Education and years of experience running workshops and private sessions, she’s passionate about simplifying photography and making it fun for beginners.

🙋‍♀️ Who Should Attend?

• Complete beginners who want to leave auto mode behind
• Hobbyists ready to grow their skills and capture beautiful moments
• Anyone who wants to understand their camera and take creative control

👜 What to Bring:

• A DSLR or Mirrorless camera
• Notebook + pen
  Don’t have a camera? We can lend you one – just let us know in advance!

Cancellation Policy

1. Cancellation by Participant:
   • More than 14 days before the workshop: Full refund.
   • 7-14 days before the workshop: 50% refund.
   • Less than 7 days before the workshop: No refund.
2. Cancellation by Coni Flores:
   • If Coni Flores needs to cancel the workshop for any reason, participants will be notified as soon as possible. A full refund or the option to reschedule will be provided.
3. No-Show Policy:
   • If a participant fails to attend the workshop without prior notice, no refund will be provided.