guest speaker

      and presentations

As a professional photographer with a wealth of experience and a passion for sharing knowledge, I am honoured to offer my services as a guest speaker and presenter at various events, conferences, and workshops.

Professional Background and Accolades

My journey in the photography world has been enriched by my former membership in the Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP), where as an accredited member, I obtained my Masters. I was fortunte to hold roles on the Victorian Council and the Australian Professional Photography Awards (APPA) Team during that time.

These positions allowed me to contribute to the photographic community and shape the standards of excellence within the industry.

This is probably where I’m supposed to shamelessly promote my awards –  Let’s just summerise by saying I’m fortunate enough to be an award winning Family, Wedding, Illustrative, and Landscape Photographer.

For those that appreciate the geeky side of Photography, I have a B. APP Science (Photography) from RMIT, and studied Photo-instrumentation under Prof Andrew Davidhazy at RIT, Rochester New York.

Judging Panels and International Experience

I have had the privilege of being invited to join judging panels around the world, including  events such as the AIPP APPA awards and the World Photographic Cup (WPC). As Team Captain and Team Judge, I represented Team Australia in 2022, 2023, and 2024. Additionally, I have judged numerous camera club competitions across Australia, fostering growth and celebrating the art of photography within local communities.

Speaking Engagements and Sponsorships 

One of the highlights of my career has been the opportunity to speak at various events. I am incredibly proud to have been sponsored by Nikon, to share my insights and expertise. My speaking engagements have included notable events such as the Refocus Retreat, Bright Festival of Photography and a fun High Speed presentation to the students at Photography Studies College in Melbourne.

Local Presentations and Community Involvement

Sharing my knowledge and experience with local communities has always been close to my heart. I have had the pleasure of presenting at camera clubs in Melbourne, Warrigal, and the Macedon Ranges. These presentations allow me to engage with photographers of all levels, offering guidance, inspiration, and practical tips to help them achieve their creative visions.

Topics and Customised Presentations

My presentations cover a wide range of topics, tailored to the needs and interests of the audience. Whether it’s branding and commercial photography, technical skills, creative inspiration, or the business of photography, I strive to deliver engaging and informative sessions that leave a lasting impact.

If you’re looking for a passionate and experienced speaker to inspire and educate your audience, I would be delighted to be a part of your event. Let’s create an unforgettable experience that elevates the art of photography and empowers photographers to reach new heights.

mentoring

   photographers

I have been fortunate to have not only formally studied the intricacies of scientific photography, but have had excellent mentors and teachers over the years.  As I am now an experienced career photographer, I relish the opportunity to give back, mentoring and teaching photographers the finer points of what I have learned and discovered.

Every session covers camera and lens selection, setting up your Nikon for the best results.  The following sessions are available for one-on-one mentoring or group workshops in our studio in Sunbury:

Family Photography where participants learn:

– how to tell the family story
– how to support the family
– why choosing a location is half the story
– selecting an outdoor location
– setting up an indoor studio shoot
– lighting (including strobe set-up)
– posing & styling
– clothing and coaching for clothing selection

Newborn Photography where participants learn:

– posing newborns safely*
– posing parents
– settling newborns, wind & tricky situations
– lighting
– prop selection & use
– post-production
– preparation & styling
– workflow
– what sells
– pricing for profit
* Posing newborns is a safety issue in which I have speciality training from a paediatric physiotherapist.

Corporate Headshots where participants learn:

– ideal equipment and staging
– setting up an on-site location shoot
– studio corporate set-up
– lighting for corporate photography
– the differences between posing men and women*
– body language including mouth, jaw, stance, shoulder height & direction
– post-production
*there are techniques to ensure women photographs with confidence without looking bitchy or sexy