Case Study: Capturing Authentic Brand Storytelling for Botanical Plumbers

When Botanical Plumbers approached me for a branding photography project, they wanted imagery that would show their team in a real-world context—professional, approachable, and genuinely connected to the people they serve. Their aim was to build a visual identity that felt warm, trustworthy, and reflective of their everyday work.

Crestors- The playwrite

Explore an intimate editorial portraiture and documentary case study capturing Brisbane playwright Stephen Vagg. Part of an ongoing series celebrating human storytelling, writing craft, and creative persistence in a fast-paced world.

Case Study: Showcasing Premium Office Design for National Projects

National Projects approached me to capture a recent commercial fit-out in the Brisbane CBD—an office space designed to reflect refined craftsmanship, thoughtful planning, and a strong sense of brand identity. Their goal was to build a visual library they could use across proposals, marketing materials, and digital platforms to demonstrate the calibre of their work.

The inspiration for Raven was born from the idea of contrasts—light and shadow, strength and fragility, mystery and openness. The black dress, delicate and sleek, echoing the grace of its namesake bird. Against the pale sand and driftwood, the styling created a natural monochrome palette that allowed the textures of fabric, wood, and water to shine through the lens.

Case Study: Capturing the People and Process Behind Quality Foods’ Distribution Network

Quality Foods approached me to create a library of images that would highlight the strength of their distribution chain and the people who keep it running. As a leading supplier for restaurants, cafés, and retail food businesses, they wanted photography that showcased both their operational efficiency and the human element behind their service.

Case Study: Creating a Cohesive Catalogue & Lifestyle Campaign for Rare Rabbit

Rare Rabbit engaged me for a full-day shoot in and around Brisbane, to create a new collection of imagery spanning both studio catalogue content and lifestyle images on location in Brisbane. Known for their playful, design-driven accessories, Rare Rabbit wanted photography that felt polished, warm, and true to their brand personality.

Creators - Master jeweller

Photographing Peter, a master jeweller in Brisbane, was a study in contrast and concentration. His well-worn bench, scattered with fragments of gold and tools polished smooth by years of use, told its own story. The black dermographism on his fingers spoke of long hours at the bench, a tactile record of dedication and repetition. Against this rawness, the elegance of the pieces he creates feels almost ethereal: delicate forms shaped by practiced precision and an instinctive understanding of balance.

Case Study: Margot McKinney — World of Wonder, Museum of Brisbane

This project involved photographing jewellery for World of Wonder, the retrospective exhibition of Margot McKinney’s work at the Museum of Brisbane. Alongside the exhibition, the imagery was also created for an accompanying publication, requiring the photographs to function across both spatial and printed formats.

Case Study: Cartier Fine Art Foundation — Sally Gabori in Brisbane

I was commissioned by Cartier’s Fine Art Foundation to photograph a selection of works by renowned Australian artist Sally Gabori. The images were created for a publication accompanying the Foundation’s exhibition of her work, which was presented in Paris.

Case Study: Hardy Brothers — Vogue Advertising Campaign Photography in Brisbane

This project involved photographing a series of double-page Vogue advertisements for Hardy Brothers Jewellers, one of Australia’s most established luxury jewellery houses. The brief was to create imagery for their highest tier Vault pieces, jewellery defined by rarity, heritage, and craftsmanship.

Icy Light — High-End Diamond Jewellery Photography in Brisbane

The brief was clear and refined: explore hard shadows, reflected light, and a subtle icy blue tone to evoke a sense of cold, clarity, and precision. The reference imagery pointed toward a white, minimal background where light itself becomes a design element—creating a soft, snow-like atmosphere without overpowering the jewellery.

A day in the life of a jeweller