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Events, photo walks, talks from the masters, in-depth workshops. Expand your horizons with one of our many events across Australia.

Explore Sony’s Digital Imaging line-up, an ever-expanding range of cameras, lenses and accessories that have been developed to meet a diverse range of creative needs and technical requirements.

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Restaurant interior, Cambridge, Waikao
Tom Ang
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Image Enchantment

Photogear, Auckland, Auckland
Sat 9 May
Tom Ang
Image: Restaurant interior, Cambridge, Waikao
Make your images magic

About the event

This workshop shows you how to make your images magical without spending hours in front of a screen. Having a vision and knowing the right steps to take is just as important as knowing the tweaky details of each adjustment slide... maybe more!

This practical, app-agnostic workshop strips away software-specific clutter and focuses on core principles that work for any app, any editing environment, and any photographer. Use your artistry and get away from AI bloat.

Whether you use Photoshop, Lightroom, Affinity, Capture One, ACDSee, or On1 - it doesn’t matter. It’s like driving cars: from outside they look different, but the basic controls are the same for all. 

This workshop gives you gleaming insights into how all image manipulation software work. You’ll learn how to get the greatest mileage and smooth performance whatever app you use, even mobile imaging apps.
 

What you’ll learn

  • The basic under-the-hood workings of imaging software
  • The essential, labour-saving sequence of adjustments to preserve quality
  • How to correct exposure, tone, and colour without destroying detail
  • Proven methods to sharpen effectively — without exaggerating noise
  • Practical strategies e.g. batch processing
  • Different strategies for enlarging images (and explanation of resolution)
 

Why it’s different

You won’t be learning “click here, set that.” Instead, you’ll gain a high-level, transferable understanding of what each enhancement process does. By the end, you’ll work faster, with better results, no matter what app or platform you use.
 

Who it's for

  • Photographers of any level who want consistent results
  • Designers and content creators who handle images regularly
  • Anyone tired of wasting time on trial-and-error editing
 

Problem images

Bring your problem images for evaluation and strategies to improve.
 

First five sign-ups win a $20 Photogear voucher.

Techniques covered

  • Image manipulation 
  • Workflow
  • Colour management basics

What to bring

  • Problem images

Event FAQs (For general FAQs, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page)

On side streets. Limited on-site.
Buses serving Dominion Road, New North Road.
Please do: tomangphoto@gmail.com
Sat 9 May 2026, 10:30AM - 12:30PM
Suitable for all levels
Event capacity: 12
NZ$40 per/person    Book now
2026 Alpha Awards Photo Competition

2026 Alpha Awards Photo Competition

2026 marks the eleventh year of the Alpha Awards celebrating the greatest images from across Australia and New Zealand captured on Sony Alpha cameras and lenses, giving you the chance to share in over $62,000 (AUD) worth of Sony digital imaging gear. 

Terms and conditions apply.*

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Tom Ang

Tom received the Hamdan International Photography Award (HIPA) Content Creator Award in 2019 and the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Jinan Internationa...

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Very helpful, knowledgeable and friendly host, Tom just exudes experience and confidence with his subject matter and passion. Top event!”

Phil Clark, In-camera Creativity Photo Walk & Review Session
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Co-creation 4-shot

Tom Ang is an excellent teacher. His knowledge and experience are second to none.”

Glen Thomson, Image enchantment
Event capacity: 12
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