Astro Photo Talk with Keith Molloy & JM Beltran

Thu Oct 02 2025 at 03:00 am to 04:00 am UTC+13:00

Tākina Wellington Convention Centre, 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011 | Wellington

New Zealand Academy of Fine Arts
Publisher/HostNew Zealand Academy of Fine Arts
Astro Photo Talk with Keith Molloy & JM Beltran
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Join Wellington astrophotographers Keith Molloy & JM Beltran as they share tips and tricks on capturing the beauty of Aotearoa’s night skies.
🎟 Free to attend with a valid ticket to the World Press Photo Exhibition & Aotearoa Photography Showcase.
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About the speakers:
📷 Keith Molloy
Wellington-based photographer passionate about capturing the beauty and diversity of New Zealand’s night skies and landscapes. He specialises in Milky Way scenes and celestial events, blending technical precision with creativity. Keith founded the Wellington Night Shooters Facebook group, has run workshops with the Wellington Photographic Society, and has been recognised through NZIPP NZAPA awards. His work is on display at the Tākina retail store during the World Press Photo Exhibition.
📷 JM Beltran
Wellington-based landscape and nature photographer whose work captures Aotearoa’s wild beauty in colour and detail. His photography has been recognised internationally, including as a finalist in Australian Photographer of the Year 2024 and winning a Silver Award at NZIPP NZAPA 2024. JM volunteers at Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne, and his Wild Pōneke collection is on display at the Tākina retail store during the World Press Photo Exhibition.
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Tākina Wellington Convention Centre, 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, Te Papa Tongarewa Museum of NZ, 55 Cable St, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand, Wellington

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