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Basic Stitches for Beginners

Basic Stitches for Beginners

Saturday 06 June
Upper Riccarton, Christchurch - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Christchurch Crochet Group
Zarinah
Learn the essential crochet stitches in this beginner-friendly class. Perfect for those just starting out with yarn and hook. All materials provided - just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!
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$98       0 places left
Intro to Astro Photography

Intro to Astro Photography

Sunday 14 June
Birdlings Flat 7591 - 8:30pm - 2 Hours
Christchurch Photography Group
Matthew Musson
Do you gaze up at the night sky with wonder? What about looking up at the stars and thinking, how old that light you are seeing is? Maybe you watch as day and night morph into one, and the stars come out to play.

This meetup is going to cover off everything you need to know to start capturing amazing single shot astrophotography and a few extra bits of helpful advice. The learnt basics of capturing a single frame will form the building blocks of your astrophotography journey. Think of this meetup as your first step on that journey or for those who have already started, maybe a road sign.

Astrophotography looks amazing and packs a real punch, however, you do not need to spend a fortune to partake. Does gear make a difference, the simple answer is yes, but it is not the deciding factor when it comes to astrophotography. This meetup will look at planning your session, camera settings, required equipment. I want this meetup to help you maximise your current gear as your start capturing milky way shots.
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$49       0 places left
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 21 June
Riccarton, Christchurch - 9:30am - 3 Hours
Christchurch Photography Group
Matthew Musson
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$155      

Small Motifs and Laces

Small Motifs and Laces

Saturday 27 June
Upper Riccarton, Christchurch - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
Christchurch Crochet Group
Zarinah
Learn to create beautiful small motifs and delicate laces in this intermediate crochet class. Suitable for those who already know basic stitches. All materials provided.
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$98      
Beginners Photography Class

Beginners Photography Class

Sunday 12 July
Riccarton, Christchurch - 9:30am - 3 Hours
Christchurch Photography Group
Matthew Musson
Looking to improve your photography? Our Beginners Class is a great place to start. This 3 hour session is a photo walk that will have you weaned off of Auto mode, and transforming your everyday snaps into professional-looking shots.
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$155       2 places left
Intro to Astro Photography

Intro to Astro Photography

Sunday 19 July
Birdlings Flat 7591 - 8:30pm - 2 Hours
Christchurch Photography Group
Matthew Musson
Do you gaze up at the night sky with wonder? What about looking up at the stars and thinking, how old that light you are seeing is? Maybe you watch as day and night morph into one, and the stars come out to play.

This meetup is going to cover off everything you need to know to start capturing amazing single shot astrophotography and a few extra bits of helpful advice. The learnt basics of capturing a single frame will form the building blocks of your astrophotography journey. Think of this meetup as your first step on that journey or for those who have already started, maybe a road sign.

Astrophotography looks amazing and packs a real punch, however, you do not need to spend a fortune to partake. Does gear make a difference, the simple answer is yes, but it is not the deciding factor when it comes to astrophotography. This meetup will look at planning your session, camera settings, required equipment. I want this meetup to help you maximise your current gear as your start capturing milky way shots.
book now
$49       2 places left

Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Sunday 09 August
Hereford Street, Christchurch Central - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Christchurch Photography Group
Matthew Musson
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.

In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
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$49      
ABOUT CHRISTCHURCH
WATERCOLOUR
GROUP
Come along to our meetups to improve your art in a relaxed and social atmosphere and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials. If you are a complete beginner all you need to start is a set of watercolour paints, brushes, and water container.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

Join the Christchurch Watercolour Group on Facebook to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.
PHOTOS
Liverpool Watercolour Group
2026-06-03
Title or Location: Bromborough, Wirral, UK
A morning with the Wirral Urban Sketchers. A quick 2hr sketch of Victorian School building in pen and watercolour, in A3 sketch book.
Credit: Richard Oldfield
Facebook: richard.oldfield.752
Instagram: @richardmo55

Newcastle Watercolour Group
2026-06-02
Title or Location: Newcastle Thunder
This painting was created for a charity rugby event in Newcastle and will be featured on their warm up kit, it features landmarks of Newcastle/Northumberland and includes a stormy sky with lightning as a nod to the clubs name. It will be auctioned to raise funds for the Royal British Legion on the day of the charity match.
Credit: Shelley Johnson
Houston Watercolor Group
2026-06-01
Title or Location: Early Summer Sunset - Houston
Beautiful early summer sunset. Particular love the dark cityscape as the backdrop. The sharp contrast made it a perfect inspiration for painting.
Credit: Claire Zhang

Auckland Watercolour Group
2026-06-01
Title or Location: NZ
Christmas plein air study at Collins Memorial Reserve, South Island.A quiet rural morning ,soft light, distant hills and a few simple shapes dissolved into the atmosphere.Watercolour on paper half sheet
Credit: Xin Yi

Atlanta Watercolor Group
2026-06-01
Title or Location: Island Sunset
This 9x12 watercolor was inspired by a photograph of the Turks and Caicos Islands at sunset where she was recently visiting. Plam trees dominate tge scene overlaying the bushes with a peek of the cabanas and calm ocean in the background. You see the sky at sunset with dark rainclouds on the horizon. I painted this piece to exemplify atmospheric landscapes with both energy and tranquility,
Credit: John Neal
Instagram: @artbyjohnniesart
Houston Watercolor Group
2026-06-01
Title or Location: Early Summer Sunset
Beautiful sunset in an early summer evening. I particularly like the dark cityscape as the backdrop. The sharp contrast made it a perfect image to paint after.
Credit: Claire Zhang

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