Frequently Asked Questions

Is your work available to purchase?
Yes, limited edition collectors prints from The Regal Twelve series are available to purchase.
Are you available for commercial work?
Yes, I frequently work on commercial campaigns, please get in touch with my producer and we'll get the ball rolling.
Are you available for private commissions?
Yes, I am frequently asked to do private commissions, don't hesitate to get in touch if you have an idea you'd like to make come alive. To get things moving it's best to send through imagery you're looking to achieve. Tear pages from magazines or reference films, something to get me started.
Do you do your own post-production?
Yes, I handle all the post-production work on all my images.
Do you have any upcoming shows?
Yes, be sure to check the events page for upcoming events!
Do you have a book?
I constantly receive requests for books and I'm happy to say we're busy putting one together. It will feature The Regal Twelve and the upcoming series The Royal Dozen.
Where do you exhibit? Where was your last exhibition?
At the time of writing my last exhibition was a part of Paris' Photoquai Biennale, France. Be sure to check the events page for upcoming events!
Where are you based?
Sydney, Australia. However I have worked on projects in Europe, Asia, Pacific and the United States.
What camera do you currently use?
As of 2008 I have been shooting on a Hasselblad with a PhaseOne digital back. Prior to that I shot on a Bronica 6x6 scanning transparencies and I also used a Canon DSLR.
What other equipment do you use?
What software do you use?
Adobe Photoshop CS4 for composite & retouching work. Adobe Lightroom for Digital Asset Management.
Do you shoot your own backgrounds & animals?
Yes, a lot of my budget goes into traveling to get specific backgrounds and props. You can follow my travels on my blog and keep up to date with what I'm shooting and where I shoot it.
Who & what inspires you?
Do you teach / tutor?
Yes, Please register your interest on the workshops page.
Did you study photography?
Yes, I studied fine arts and majored in both photography & sculpture.
How long does it take to produce one of your artworks?
Depending on the complexity it can take anywhere from 2 days to about 3 months.
On average how many layers are in each artwork?
Anywhere from 50 to 500.
Can I do work experience or assist you?
  • Unfortunately I'm currently not in a position to offer internships or work experience.
  • Currently there are no assisting positions available.
Do you work with a stylist?
  • Fine Art: I personally style all of my fine art projects.
  • Commercial: To maximise time efficiency I have worked with many stylists on shoots, however I have also been asked to fill both rolls and have done so comfortably.
Where do you get your costumes & props?
If time/budget permits I'll source costumes & props, however the majority of the time I manufacture my own costumes & props.
Are you a feminist?
As I've focused on female series for a while, this question tends to pop up. I consider myself an equalist, I love all creatures great and small ;-)
How do you do the hair in your artworks?
I like to experiment in photoshop and as such my technique is always evolving. I always freehand illustrate using Photoshop's brush tool. However it is important to note I do not use vector based tools (Pen tool) to illustrate within my artworks.