September 2024 -
BA of Science in Photography (RMIT)

Sharyn Cairns is at the forefront of commercial photography in Australia, with a specialist portfolio spanning interiors, food, travel, and lifestyle. She is committed to creating beautiful images that capture a mood and an emotion, playing with light and shadows to create levels of depth and distinctive memorable scenes.

Image Makers Association Australia is in for an exciting new chapter with Sharyn Cairns stepping into the role of president from September 2024. With her innovative vision and dynamic agenda, Sharyn is poised to guide us into an exciting new chapter. Her fresh ideas will provide a vibrant roadmap for the association's future, and we are eager to see the new directions and opportunities she will bring.

August 2023 -
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Hons. 1) UNSW, CoFA
Bachelor of Arts (Architecture) UTS
Bachelor of Architecture (Hons. 1) UTS

Ben Guthrie has formal training in fine art photography, 15 years working in architecture and over 25 years of ongoing photographic practice.

Ben is a Founding Member of the association and joined the committee in December 2022 then becoming Vice President in August 2023. He has valuable leadership skills and is Image Makers Association Australia representative at Government consultations on copyright held by the Attorney General’s department.

Ben prepared Image Makers Association Australia’s AI Survey and response to the Government’s ‘Supporting Responsible AI: Discussion Paper’ and presented ‘Copyright, Commissioning & Publishing Architectural Photography’ to the Regional Architecture Association on behalf of Image Makers Association Australia in May 2023.

Ben is an integral, proactive and committed volunteer who provides important and thoughtful guidance to the committee. He volunteers a considerable amount of time to evolve the FAQ and educational material available in the Member Area.

August 23 -
Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) UNSW

Natasha Alessio-Mulhall is an Architectural and lifestyle photographer based in nipaluna / Hobart and works with many of lutruwita/Tasmania's talented architects, designers and tourism brands as well as capturing projects around Australia.

She studied and worked as an Interior Architect before transitioning to photography in 2012 and has established relationships with valued clients in the Architectural, Tourism and Government sectors, such as Liminal Studio, Cumulus Studio, Brand Tasmania and The Tasmanian Department of Premier and Cabinet.

Natasha generously donated her time researching and establishing the associations vibrant Whatsapp Community and she continues to moderate the group.

Natasha also volunteered considerable effort and time in preparing and managing the logistics for the 2024 AGM.

Natasha provides thoughtful and considered insights to the committee and lead the authorship of the photography shoot checklist.

September 24 -
Advanced Diploma in Photography, Photography Studies College, Melbourne
Bachelor of Business (Marketing), University of South Australia

Anthony Basheer is a photographer whose work explores the quieter, experiential moments found in buildings. He is drawn to architecture that stirs emotion through scale, form, colour and texture, and captures the magic and rhythm of the changing seasons, the shimmering sunlight and the softly fading dusk. Particularly focused on the history and beauty of architecture’s classical and modernist years, Anthony has developed a portfolio of projects – heritage houses, public buildings, warehouses and landscapes – that are not clean or simple, but emotive, personal, layered and considered in response to the rituals of life.

Anthony is a Founding Member of Image Makers Association and joins the Committee in September 2024 as Treasurer.

President | May 2022 - September 2024
Committee Member | September 2024 -
Bachelor of Arts (Photography) (Honours) (RMIT)

Dianna Snape is a Melbourne based photographer specialising in Architecture, interior and landscape photography. Her work features regularly in leading architectural and design magazines both nationally and internationally.

She is a graduate of RMIT’s BA (Photography) (Honours) course with over 20 years experience in the field.

Dianna served as Image Makers Association Australia's founding President from May 2022 to September 2024.

Supported by Communications Manager, Rhiannon Slatter and the inaugural governance committee, Dianna led the establishment of the Association defining processes and frameworks for it's effective operation.

She has been a pivotal figure forging affiliations and Industry relationships and her leadership laid a strong foundation for the organisation's success. Dianna is stepping down from the Presidents role to give more time to her family.

Her ongoing volunteer work with the new governance committee shows a deep commitment to the association’s continued growth and stability.

Treasurer | May 2022 - September 2024
Committee Member | September 2024 -

Shannon McGrath has a BA in Fine Art (RMIT), Diploma of Photography (RMIT) & MFA Masters in Fine Art (RMIT) and has been photographing architecture and interior design works for 25 years. Shannon is Image Makers Association Australia’s first Treasurer and played an integral role in the formation of the association.

Shannon was part of the Founding Committee for Image Makers Association Australia serving as Treasurer from May 2022 - September 2024. She has been an integral support in the associations inaugural years and her dedicated work in forming and leading the Education Committee has been instrumental in developing valuable educational resources for our members. Her efforts have greatly enhanced the support and knowledge available to our community.

Shannon prepared the first draft of the 'Usage Licence & Professional Services Agreement' and presented to RMIT Photography students announcing our student membership and best business practice.

Shannon will continue to lend her expertise and support to the new committee. Her ongoing commitment to our association will undoubtedly help us build on the strong foundation she has helped to establish.

Committee Member | September 2024 -

Scott Burrows has 20+ years experience shooting  every conceivable project type.

Scott follows a set of simple rules when photographing architecture. Create images that independently define the design intent of the client, establish a sense of timelessness in the image that can be used for years to come and ensure the image contents are authentic and devoid of any 'trendy' distractions or adjustments that can easily typecast a clients work.

Scott is a founding member of Image Makers Association Australia and will assist the association as a committee member moving forward.

Lucas Allen started shooting professionally at the age of 21.

28 years on, his work continues to be varied and includes interiors, still life, travel, food and portraiture. Published in a wide array of international magazines, Lucas is also regularly commissioned to shoot for hotels, catalogs and advertising campaigns.

Originally from Melbourne, Australia, Lucas now splits his time between his home in Australia and the US.

Lucas will generously donate his time to offer a 12 month mentorship to one of our Assisting/Emerging or Student Members.

Tom Ferguson is an Architectural and Interiors photographer. Based in Sydney, Australia but working both nationally and internationally, Tom has over 15 years experience photographing the built environment. Tom is also an accomplished Architect having had his own architectural practice since 2007.

Tom will generously donate his time to offer a 12 month mentorship to one of our Assisting/Emerging or Student Members.

Andrew Richey is a commercial advertising photographer that loves to work with people and in places that inspire him to create aesthetic images with flair. He is formally trained in photography, drama and dance - a unique skillset utilised frequently in over 20 years of professional experience.

Andrew will generously donate his time to offer a 12 month mentorship to one of our Assisting/Emerging or Student Members.

Martina is a photographer in Melbourne (Naarm) who works with designers of all disciplines. After living in Europe and the USA, she honed her craft, capturing her surroundings with sensitivity and balance. Led by light and form, she is constantly delighted by the spaces and objects she works with, and the warm relationships she forms with her clients.

Martina will generously donate her time to offer a 12 month mentorship to one of our Assisting/Emerging or Student Members.

Garth has been shooting for over 25 years and the diversity and challenges in creating images is what he enjoys most.

Garth will generously donate his time to offer a 12 month mentorship to one of our Assisting/Emerging or Student Members.

Based in Perth, Western Australia and specialising in architectural, interior, and lifestyle photography. Dion has a great appreciation for light and the way it moves through spaces.

Dion has generously donated his time to offer a 12 month mentorship to one of our Assisting/Emerging or Student Members.

He is also the WA representative for our 2023 exhibition committee.

Sharyn is at the forefront of commercial photography in Australia, with a specialist portfolio spanning interiors, food, travel, and lifestyle. She is committed to creating beautiful images that capture a mood and an emotion, playing with light and shadows to create levels of depth and distinctive memorable scenes.

Sharyn has generously donated her time to offer a 12 month mentorship to one of our Assisting/Emerging or Student Members, as well as produce the layout for the photo book for our ‘1 Shot 22’ exhibition that will be available to order.

Nicole is in her element capturing the fleeting moments. When the sun is setting, the light changing minute to minute, as the building seems to come alive in front of her very eyes.

Nicole has generously donated her time to offer a 12 month mentorship to one of our Assisting/Emerging or Student Members.

Based in Melbourne, Australia. Tom Blachford specialises in Interiors, Architecture, Aerial and Fine Art photography.

Tom has generously donated his time to offer a 12 month mentorship to one of our Assisting/Emerging or Student Members.

He also donated his time to host a webinar which explored image making with AI.

Mark has been photographing architecture and design for more than a decade.

He creates authentic and distinct images for architects and designers that interpret and communicate buildings and interiors.

Mark has generously donated his time to offer a 12 month mentorship to one of our Assisting/Emerging or Student Members.

Marcus was an integral support in the evolution of Image Makers Association Australia. He has been a longterm supporter of copyright for creatives and generously donated his industry knowledge and design skills to establish our logo and identity.

Marcus’s support is on-going producing our member email signatures, social tiles and exhibition collateral.

NaN is an exploratory and service-driven type design practice, creating for and collaborating with the weird, the wise and the wonderful.

Their extensive type family, NaN Holo has been used across our identity, social media and exhibition collateral.

Shannon McGrath has a BA in Fine Art (RMIT), Diploma of Photography (RMIT) & MFA Masters in Fine Art (RMIT) and has been photographing architecture and interior design works for 25 years. Shannon is Image Makers Association Australia’s first Treasurer and played an integral role in the formation of the association.

Shannon leads the Educational Content Commitee

Kate is a Brisbane based photographer who started her working life at RMIT in Melbourne. She completed a Bachelor of Applied Science and Graduate Diploma in Applied Science.

Kate donates her time to support Shannon with the educational content committee.

Lynton Crabb is a photographer, motion director, creative director and visual strategist.

Raised in India and Papua New Guinea, Lynton is now based in Australia and shoots throughout Asia, Australia and Oceania. Good at creating the moment, his work features people and places with a linking strategic style. His portfolio includes property, lifestyle and portraiture. Lynton studied BA (Photography) at RMIT and has been on the course advisory panel for the RMIT University School of Creative Media.

Lynton donates his time to support Shannon with the educational content committee.

Amber Sinclair is Executive Producer at Lynton Crabb Photography. Working alongside Lynton for 20 years, together they have delivered iconic imagery for some of Asia Pacific’s largest corporations. As well as consulting on budgets and briefs, she collaborates with companies, creative teams and brand agencies to co-ordinate productions of all sizes and complexity. With a passion for exceptional creative outcomes, she is just as happy producing projects around the corner as across the globe. Amber studied Arts at the University of Melbourne.

Amber donates her time to support Shannon with the educational content committee.

Michelle Williams is a distinguished photographer known for her expertise in architectural, interior design, and advertising photography.

Michelle donates her time to support Shannon with the educational content committee.

Andrew Richey is a commercial advertising photographer that loves to work with people and in places that inspire him to create aesthetic images with flair. He is formally trained in photography, drama and dance - a unique skillset utilised frequently in over 20 years of professional experience.

Andrew generously donates his time to support Shannon with the educational content committee.