Learn About The Crafted Image Academy
Our mission is Photographic Education through Creative Photography Learning targeted to beginner Photographers through to Advanced Photographers, whatever your level of experience, you’ll find a supportive community at The Crafted Image Academy.
Empowering Your Photography Journey
At The Crafted Image Academy, we believe that every photographer—from beginner photographers to advanced photographers— all have the potential to shine.
As you find out more about The Crafted Image Academy, you’ll realise that ours is not only a story of photography education but also a story of nurturing passion, creativity, and confidence behind the lens.
Our mission is simple yet powerful: to inspire and educate through immersive, hands-on workshops and personalised training experiences. We go beyond theory, creating opportunities for you to apply techniques in real-world environments, from capturing sweeping landscapes at sunset to mastering the art of portraiture or refining the details of long-exposure photography.
With guidance from experienced mentors, you’ll gain practical skills, constructive feedback, and the confidence to grow as a photographer. Each step of your journey is supported by a community of like-minded learners; all working together to explore creativity and celebrate progress.
When you join The Crafted Image Academy, you’re not just attending a workshop—you’re becoming part of a movement to see the world differently and tell stories through powerful images. This is where your journey evolves from learning photography to living it.
Meet Our Dedicated Team
At The Crafted Image Academy, our team is more than a group of instructors—we are passionate photographers, mentors, and storytellers committed to sharing our craft. Each member brings decades of experience across a wide range of genres, from landscapes and portraits to astro and aircraft photography.
We believe photography is not just about mastering technical skills, but about nurturing creativity, confidence, and vision. Our programs are designed to guide students at every level, helping beginners unlock the fundamentals while challenging experienced photographers to push their artistry further.
What inspires us most are the journeys of our students. Many arrive seeking technical knowledge, and leave with not only new skills, but also a renewed sense of confidence and purpose behind the lens. Their successes—whether capturing the perfect long-exposure landscape, telling a story through portraiture, or achieving professional recognition—are at the heart of what we do.
Together, we foster a welcoming community where learning is hands-on, collaborative, and transformative. The Crafted Image Academy is not just a place to learn photography; it’s a place where passion and craft come together, shaping photographers who see the world—and capture it—with artistry and intent.
Christopher John
Photography Coach
Christopher continues to share his knowledge and love for photography as the founder of The Crafted Image Academy.
Through workshops, photo walks, and classes in Port Stephens, Newcastle, and the Hunter Valley, and elsewhere around Australia, he helps photographers of all levels build confidence, master techniques, and develop their own creative voice.
First and foremost, Christopher’s passion lies in creating images that use light and environment to capture mood and tell a story. His dedication is not only to making art but also to teaching others how to craft photographs that inspire emotion and enrich the viewer’s life.
Christopher John
Photography Coach
Christopher continues to share his knowledge and love for photography as the founder of The Crafted Image Academy.
Through workshops, photo walks, and classes in Port Stephens, Newcastle, and the Hunter Valley, and elsewhere around Australia, he helps photographers of all levels build confidence, master techniques, and develop their own creative voice.
First and foremost, Christopher’s passion lies in creating images that use light and environment to capture mood and tell a story. His dedication is not only to making art but also to teaching others how to craft photographs that inspire emotion and enrich the viewer’s life.
Crafting Visual Stories
Capturing moments that inspire action and creativity.
"At The Crafted Image Academy, we nurture creativity by blending technical skills with storytelling. Our dedicated instructors focus on fostering an environment where every lens captures a unique perspective, turning visions into vivid realities."
What Our Students Say
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