About Michael

Many of my most memorable experiences have revolved around the fascinating world of nature. I now spend much of my time professionally photographing nature’s subjects and sharing this passion with others.

I have been employed as a Bird-keeper at Sydney’s Taronga Zoo, adventurer Dick Smith’s personal Horticulturist, an Environmental Educator, a nature guide in Lamington National Park, Queensland and a Quarantine Officer. My studies have included zoo-keeping, horticulture, tour-guiding and a Diploma of Applied Science at the University of Queensland.

My photography has given me many great opportunities and experiences. One highlight was meeting and assisting one of my lifelong inspirations, Sir David Attenborough, while he was filming a documentary on the bowerbirds of Australia in the World Heritage Listed, Lamington National Park, Queensland.

Michael assisting Sir David Attenborough

Another highlight was when I became only the fourth person in the world to photograph the timid male Albert’s Lyrebird, while in full display. I sat daily in a camouflaged hide (blind) for seven weeks, many hours each day, waiting for the elusive shot.

My photos have appeared in various publications, as shown below:

• The Wilderness Society - wildlife calendars
• Artique Design – wildlife and landscape calendars
• Hallmark - wildlife and landscape calendars
• Nucolorvue Productions – wildlife and landscape calendars
• Australian Conservation Foundation - diaries
• NSW Parks and Wildlife Service - brochures
• Byron Shire Council - brochures
• ABC Shop - DVD, CD and video covers
• Various books
• Birds Australia - brochures
• Wildlife Preservation Society of Queensland - brochures

My articles have been published in various magazines, also shown below:

• Australian Geographic
• Wildlife Australia Magazine
• Wingspan (Birds Australia)
• Australian Photography
• Sunshine Coast Weekender Magazine
• Rainforest Rescue - Newsletters

(see publications link to view full articles).

My image library of Australian fauna and flora is extensive and my photos are available for publication in magazines, books, brochures, CD and DVD covers, calendars, postcards or posters etc. Please don’t hesitate to contact me for any information regarding a species list and prices. My details can be found on the contacts link.

I use and highly recommend Nikon cameras, lenses and accessories