My journey with photography began as a kid, using a simple disposable camera to capture moments on the farm where I grew up. At eight years old, I didn’t think much about the "how" or "why"—I just loved freezing moments of the animals, the paddocks, and adventures down the creek with my brother. But those simple snapshots laid the foundation for my love of capturing the beauty of the world.

By the time I was 15, my curiosity had evolved into a deeper passion. I spent hours studying YouTube tutorials, digging through photography forums, and learning everything I could about the art of landscape photography. That’s when I picked up my first panoramic film camera, a Fujifilm G617. Everything about it was manual—reading light with a meter, setting the focus—and there was no immediate feedback. You didn’t know if you got the shot until the film came back. But those moments when it all came together? They were magical. That process taught me patience, persistence, and an appreciation for the craft that continues to shape my photography today.

I grew up in a small mining town, with my whole family working in the industry. Even though I had a love for photography, there wasn’t a clear path to pursue it professionally. At 18, I entered the mining world, following in the footsteps of those around me. While I poured myself into that career, I always struggled with the mental toll it took. Photography became my escape, a way to reconnect with the world around me and find moments of peace in the chaos.

In 2022, after years of wrestling with that internal struggle, I made the decision to leave mining and pursue photography full-time. It wasn’t an easy choice, but it was the only way I could truly live in alignment with my passion. The uncertainty was daunting, but I knew I had to take the leap. I began sharing behind-the-scenes moments from my photography adventures, not just to showcase the images, but to tell the stories behind the shots. I wanted people to feel connected to the landscapes, to understand the experience of being there and the emotions behind the frame.

In September 2024, I released my book Life, Camera, Action, a deeply personal account of my journey—from growing up in a mining town to finding my way in photography. The book dives into the challenges I faced, the moments that shaped me, and the incredible experiences I’ve had along the way.

My goal through photography is simple: to showcase the world’s most beautiful moments and to help people see the extraordinary in the ordinary. I believe in the power of images to change perspectives, and I hope that through my work, people feel more connected to the beauty that surrounds us all.