Photography can shape the way we see the world, for me the challenge of each shoot is to go beyond capturing a beautiful image and to also convey the message behind it.

My work has featured in many New Zealand publications. I enjoy working with businesses and I find it exciting the extent to which good photography can make a professional and positive impression.

I work efficiently under pressure drawing from 15 years of industry experience and my background in photojournalism. Several accolades I have received include a Qantas Media Award, Ronald Woolf Photographer of the Year and the Metro/Canon Photographer award.

I recently won the Canon Pro Grant to work on a personal photography project that is close to my heart, it involved me capturing many people including those working or volunteering in kauri dieback prevention or those affected by the trail closures. These stories and images feature on the front page of this website. I exhibited the photography in a public park with the huge printed images (safely) hanging from trees.

I love collaborating on ideas for photo shoots, so even if you're unsure of what you want, or if you'd like a no obligation quote, why not get in touch and we can discuss options: mail@michellehyslop.com

I shoot a couple of weddings each season, these can be seen here here