Meet the Team

At artist photographer, we believe that every great portrait begins with a great team. Our dedicated group of artists, photographers, and art directors are passionate about capturing and crafting the perfect images that reflect your story. Each team member brings their unique talents and expertise to the process, working closely with you to ensure your experience is personal, memorable, and seamless from start to finish.

Founder & CEO

Mark Strachan

In 1982, Mark founded artist photographer after working as a press photographer for the Herald and Weekly Times Newspaper Group. Starting with traditional film and darkroom techniques, he embraced digital technologies in the mid-1990s, becoming the first Australian photographer to partner with Kodak on the PhotoCD system.

Mark transitioned fully to digital in 2000 but still maintains a museum of over 50 film cameras, including a Leica M3 once owned by Arnold Newman, the famed portraitist of Marilyn Monroe. He also collects works by renowned photographers like Annie Leibovitz, Lewis Carroll, Nick Ut, and Richard Avedon.

Mark's images have appeared in various magazines and books, including two coffee table volumes featuring his work. In 2013, he became a Leica Ambassador, and in 2014, he tested the new Leica M in Germany and Africa. Recent years have seen him working across Europe, the US, and Australia, conducting workshops and fulfilling portrait commissions.

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