About Me - Iain D. Williams
I've been involved in surface and underwater photography for several years, changing from film to digital in 2004.
Initially, I completed a Certificate in Photography at Seven Hills College of Art, however, other pursuits lead me elsewhere and I worked for several years in the Ambulance Service and in operating a SCUBA diving business. During this time, photography remained a strong interest. In the late 1990's I completed a Bachelor of Science Degree with First Class Honours majoring in paleontology. I also hold a SCUBA Diving Instructor rating (FAUI & PADI) and am qualified to teach advanced first aid.
With my formal quallifications in science and photography I have a unique perspective on the environment; I have the ability to see nature, the environment and wildlife through an artistic eye, however, I also have the knowledge to understand the science behind the image.
I beleive that as the world becomes more developed, and regions of natural beauty become smaller in size, nature photograhy becomes an important key in securing a tangible link between us and wild places, which in turn may increase awareness for the need to conserve wild places and their inhabitants.
For me photography of the natural world is more than just pretty settings and cuddly animal photos. It's a concern for the environment and the earth all living creatures must share.
Clientele
My work has been used and published by the following:
- National Parks and Wildlife Service, Australia
- Thomson Reuters (Reuters Group Limited)
- Canadian Bureau of Land Management
- Department of Primary Industries, Water & Environment- Devil Task Force (Tasmania, Australia)
- Monash University (Melbourne, Australia)
- The Courier Mail Newspaper (Brisbane, Australia)
- Various private purchases
Assignment Availability
I am available for assignment / contracting work. Please view licensing (tab above).
I am also available to provide instruction in photographic technique and to lead/co-lead photographic workshops.
Please use the contact form if you wish to contact me.
Professional Memberships
- I am a current member of the North American Nature Photographers Association (NANPA).
- Member Canon Professional Services (CPS)
View my Linkedin Professional Profile here http://www.linkedin.com/in/iainwilliams