Ōmokoroa Photographic Society Inc.

29/07/2026

“Birds of a Feather” TOLO Exhibition -
🫵We want your coolest bird photo!🦉
Birds of a Feather exhibition is following ours, it’s on during the month of October but they need your cleverest bird related image submitted by the same date - the 11th of August. Remember your image can be a bird, birds or something related i.e. feathers, a nest, eggs etc. Please use the Dropbox link enclosed to submit one photo only and this is the important part here!!!

👉 !!!THE SIZING OF YOUR IMAGE MUST BE CORRECT!!!

📐Aspect Ratio: is 3x2 landscape or 2x3 portrait so we can print to all the same final image size of 18x12” or 12x18”
👁️Resolution: must be 300 pixels per inch (300ppi) check settings when exporting from your editing suite.
🌈Colour Profile/Space, helpful if set to Adobe RGB (1998), JPEG or TIFF files are OK.
🙋Please include your full name and the “IMAGE NAME” along with your email address when using the Dropbox link.
💰Once image is submitted please make a payment of $20.00 for printing cost to Omokoroa Photographic Society Inc 06-0299-0272886-00 Reference : BOAF, your name and “IMAGE NAME”

If you need any assistance please ask any of the committee members for guidance.📸

https://www.dropbox.com/request/nddtmya8ln2yssqb8xbs

29/07/2026

ŌPSI TOLO Exhibition “Our Best Photos”😎
The deadline is looming to submit one of your best photos taken in the last 12 months to be displayed at The Old Library Omokoroa (TOLO) for the month of September. We need your best by the 11th of August! Please use the Dropbox link enclosed and this is the important part here!!!

👉 !!!THE SIZING OF YOUR IMAGE MUST BE CORRECT!!!

📐Aspect Ratio is 3x2 landscape or 2x3 portrait so we can print to all the same final image size of 18x12” or 12x18”
👁️Resolution must be 300 pixels per inch (300ppi), check settings when exporting from your editing suite.
🌈Colour Profile/Space: helpful if set to Adobe RGB (1998), JPEG or TIFF files are OK.
🙋 Please include your full name and the “IMAGE NAME” along with your email address when using the Dropbox link.
💰Once image is submitted please make a payment of $20.00 for printing costs to Omokoroa Photographic Society Inc 06-0299-0272886-00 Reference : TOLO, your name and “IMAGE NAME”

If you need any assistance please ask any of the committee members for guidance.📸

https://www.dropbox.com/request/565gpgjhwqvcrq8jh35m

25/07/2026

📸 ŌPSI CLUB FIELD TRIP: Carter’s Sawmill — "Derelict" 📸

Join us as we head out to explore Carter’s Sawmill on the Wairoa River (end of Wairoa Rd) for this month's theme: DERELICT.

Old machinery, weathered timber, rusted iron, and forgotten structures — this spot is packed with textures and stories waiting to be captured. Bring your eye for where time stands still and let's make the most of the morning light!

🗓️ Saturday, 1st August
⏰ 9:00am – 11:00am
📍 Carter’s Sawmill, end of Wairoa Rd (by the Wairoa River)

All skill levels welcome. Bring your camera, a sense of adventure, and maybe some sturdy shoes — the ground can be uneven around the old mill site.

Will be running poll to confirm numbers or email us at [email protected]
Car pooling will be available. Will meet at Mill 9:00am - see you there! 🧡

18/07/2026

Thanks to everyone for coming along to Margaret’s iPhone tutorial this week. Android tutorial is up coming on Tuesday the 4th of August with Gary Meynell will be an informative and helpful assist to make your phone photo pop!!!🍾
Event details to follow…

21/06/2026

Congratulations to the Omokoroa Solstice swimmers!

It may have been cloudy and wet but it was incredible to see the local community taking part in the annual Solstice Swim organised by Russell Oliver, sponsored by the Lizard and supported by the Lions Club and Archie’s Bar.

With the water temperature around 14c the team from the Omokoroa Photography Society Liz Meyer, Margaret Smith and Steve Brown (drone operator) were quite content being on camera duty!

Here’s a few shots from the day and amazing drone coverage.

09/06/2026

🏆WANTED: TROPHY SPONSORS!🌟

Support our community group and leave a lasting legacy

The Omokoroa Photographic Society Inc. (ŌPSI) are looking for local businesses or individuals who would like to give back to the community through a small, one-off investment.

Your contribution will permanently name you as the donor and sponsor of one of our annual trophies, recognising local talent and achievement for many years to come.

Two trophy sponsorship opportunities are available:
• Image of the Year
• Most Improved Photographer

A third and final trophy, the Creativity Award, has already been very appropriately sponsored by the king of creativity, Black Diamond Photography. Thank you for your support!

This is a meaningful way to support local talent, celebrate success, and have your name proudly associated with an annual community award.

Please get in touch for more information or if you'd like to sponsor one of these special trophies.

[email protected]

05/06/2026

Our new website is live!

Join the leading photography club in Omokoroa. Explore creativity and connect with fellow enthusiasts today!

12/11/2025

Hi everyone,

We would like to extend a thank you to all members and guests who came along to the AGM last night.

A huge thank you must go to our outgoing committee members, who have put in a significant amount of time and effort over the last 12 months (or more in some cases): Gary Meynell, Robert Jones, Greg Wesson, Michael Ryan

Our new elected committee is as follows:
• Steve Brown (President)
• Andrew McWilliam (Immediate Past President)
• Rachel Buer (Vice President)
• Mikayla Gillham (Secretary)
• Judy Sinkinson (Treasurer)
• Andy Sim (Media Manager)
• Margaret Smith (Committee)

We look forward to an exciting year ahead, filled with inspiration, creativity and plenty of learning!

Our next meeting is on Tuesday 9th December, 7pm at the Omokoroa Pavilion and it's our Christmas Social! No theme, just bring a plate of food to share. Guaranteed good chats and plenty of laughs. See you there!