Jeremy Shaw is an Australia-based photographer, DP, and director whose work bridges authenticity and cinematic craft. Known for his immersive, people-first approach, Jeremy captures the quiet truths in every project.

He has recently worked with Toyota, Woolworths, DoorDash, GWM, Amex, Jaecoo, and other leading brands, reflecting his versatility across commercial and narrative projects. His calm presence and collaborative energy foster genuine connection on set, allowing stories to unfold naturally.

Combining stills and motion with honesty and emotion, he continues to craft imagery that resonates, blending authentic moments with a cinematic tone full of life.

Sally Hulse is a Melbourne-based food and editorial photographer known for crafting refined, story-driven imagery that elevates brands across the hospitality, publishing, and FMCG sectors.

Her recent work includes photographing an upcoming international cookbook, creating premium visual content for Her Majesty’s Theatre Melbourne, and producing campaign imagery for First Press Coffee.

Balancing creativity with strategy, Sally works closely with B2B and hospitality clients to develop cohesive visual narratives that connect brand identity with audience appeal. Her art direction experience brings an elevated, editorial sensibility to every project — whether capturing the atmosphere of a bustling venue or shaping the hero shot of a product campaign.

Available for commissions locally, nationally, and internationally.

Showcase Oceania is back with an extraordinary line-up of professionals and companies making waves Down Under.

Welcome to our latest edition of Showcase Oceania, celebrating exceptional talent and services within the Aussie and Kiwi commercial creative industries. This issue highlights the work of renowned photographers, directors, DOPs, AI artists, production companies, and artist representatives.

In this issue: exciting new campaigns (Jason Momoa with Koalas!), two agencies — one New Zealand-based, the other Australian — representing the finest image makers on the continent, an incredible space that is much more than just a studio, two Spotlight Award winners (AI Creating and Industrial Photography), and much more.

Our featured series is photographed by Australian photographer Michele Aboud, showcasing some of her work for Harper's Bazaar, reflecting her refined, human-centred approach and signature sense of intimacy. Discover more outstanding creatives in our extensive directories and previous issues of Showcase Oceania.

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Now in its 18th year, the National Photographic Portrait Prize supports and celebrates photographic portraiture in Australia. Each year, the prize attracts thousands of entrants from emerging and established artistic talent across the country — at Cairns Art Gallery.

Andrew Ross - Early Photographs: Photospace Gallery in Wellington has exhibited Andrew Ross' photography since early 1999. Since then, he has established a reputation as one of Aotearoa's leading photographic artists.

Flint is a Sydney-based artist representation and production company representing a curated roster of directors and photographers who work across film, photography, and integrated content.

Flint's artists are equally at home behind the stills camera or on set directing motion, a dual approach that brings a unified creative vision to every project.

Beyond representation, Flint offers full-scale production services from concept development to delivery, for artists, agency, and direct-to-client projects. Flint's experienced producers manage end-to-end production, whether that’s lean, social-first shoots or large-scale campaigns spanning film, photography, and digital assets.

At its heart, Flint is a creative partner that connects artists with brands and agencies, providing a collaborative environment where ideas thrive, and ensuring every production runs smoothly and efficiently.

IDC is a New Zealand collective of award-winning advertising photographers offering bespoke production solutions for advertising and marketing campaigns. With over 25 years of experience, IDC specialises in crafting striking visual narratives across lifestyle, portrait, beauty, food, sport, and motion content.

Based in Auckland and trusted by leading agencies and international brands, IDC unites a powerhouse of diverse talent—photographers recognised by IPA, Lürzer’s Archive, Spotlight Awards, Canon Masters and Epson NZ Photographer of the Year. The team provides tailored production support, ensuring each project is executed with creative precision.

IDC regularly shoots stills alongside TVC productions for agencies like McCann Healthcare and shoots campaign imagery for brands such as Bristol-Myers Squibb, Bega, Passenger UK, RAB UK, The North Face, Anta Guanjun, Swanndri, Tudor, and Nike.

From casting to post-production, IDC delivers seamless, high-quality results through a hands-on, collaborative approach. Top creatives choose IDC for bold, world-class imagery that makes a lasting impact. IDC operates under a sustainability and equal opportunity model of business.

Highlights from Oceania include Jason Momoa in Queensland, Australia, for Nuii Ice Cream, and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary with production partner Toast Studios. The new Hyundai Nexo was shot on New Zealand’s North Island with photographer Patrik Johall and B&A London. Kolon Sport, developed with Steven Yeun and New York agency C47 Creative, was filmed in Canterbury with Loupe Agency. A Kapiti Ice Cream campaign with Toast Studios took place in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.

Over the past 25 years, AJ Films has delivered international productions for clients from Japan, Korea, China, the USA, Canada, Europe, and Australia, building strong partnerships and memorable on location experiences.

Producer Amanda Jenkins brings extensive knowledge and a collaborative, flexible, and transparent approach to cost solutions and logistics, ensuring creative goals are achieved smoothly. With diverse locations in close proximity and a new VP stage in Christchurch, South Island, New Zealand offers excellent value and counter seasonal opportunities. Summer is around the corner, so contact Amanda to support your next campaign.

Hannah Caldwell is a Melbourne-based food and still life photographer who combines artistic sensitivity with a strong commercial focus, creating imagery that feels both refined and purposeful.

With a strong eye for tone, texture, and composition, she creates evocative imagery that captures the beauty and emotion within everyday subjects. Her fine art background continues to inform her approach—balancing technical control with creative intuition to craft timeless visuals that feel both honest and elevated.

For Hannah, food photography is about connection—to people, place, and culture, whether she’s capturing the detail of fresh produce or the atmosphere of a restaurant at dusk, her work celebrates food as both a sensory and emotional experience.

Her clients include Atria Dining at The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne, Décor, Lemnos Foods, McCain, and Penguin Random House. Her photography has been recognised internationally by the Paris Photo Awards, the International Photography Awards, and Lürzer’s Archive Top 200 Photographers.

Hannah approaches each collaboration with curiosity and care, creating imagery that feels genuine, beautifully crafted, and true to the people and brands behind it.

Manja Wachsmuth has won awards and fans with her impeccable Scandinavian sense of elegant composition, recently listed as a Lürzer’s Archive top 200 Ad photographer for the third consecutive time. Manja creates masterful food photography, captivating product shots, expressive portraiture and lifestyle imagery that intrigues.

Danish-born but now resident in Auckland, Manja's work is a testament to photographic power. From darkroom beginnings to culinary artistry, she has become a master of precision and purpose in commercial photography. Manja believes in the profound impact of beautiful photos and compelling narratives.

"Beautiful photos last. They tell your story year after year, through trends and seasons, failure and success. They shine with you. It's easy to think that any photo will do, but that's as untrue as any meal or any wine will do. I believe in beautiful photos", says Wachsmuth.

Collaborating with top chefs, food producers, and lifestyle brands, her photography delves into the heart of her subjects with an unwavering commitment to authenticity.

Client list includes Heineken, American Express, Nespresso, Goodman Fielder, Fever Tree, Rosewood and Manuka Health.

Based in Brisbane, Queensland, Mark Lehn is a documentary photographer whose work explores the intersection of people, place, and purpose. With more than 20 years’ experience, he moves between commercial, industrial, and editorial assignments with the same curiosity and respect that define his long-term documentary projects.

Mark’s photography often reveals the quiet heroism in everyday work — from surgeons and midwives in remote communities to engineers and farmers shaping Australia’s future industries. His clients include UNICEF, Tourism Australia, the Royal Flying Doctor Service, Rio Tinto, Bechtel, Hort Innovation, and MDA National.

Whether on a mine site in the Pilbara or a rural hospital in Papua New Guinea, Mark’s approach remains consistent: build trust, listen deeply, and capture images that feel honest. His photography celebrates human connection, resilience, and the environments that define who we are.

Madeline McCormick is a London-based Australian photographer whose work spans fashion and lifestyle. Recently exhibited in Paris and London, her photography explores fashion as a form of visual storytelling.

Drawing on her background in design, she approaches each project with a keen sense of composition and movement.

Working across editorial and personal projects, Madeline has won British Photography People’s Choice Awards in the Fashion category and was a semi-finalist at the Bondi Head On Photo Festival.