A PORTFOLIO OF FAVOURITES...
I photograph the world as I find it — people, places, moments, and the small details that make them worth noticing. This site is my portfolio: a mix of street grabs, portraits, landscapes, wildlife, travel essays and event coverage, gathered over years of wandering with a camera, both at home and overseas.
My collections aren't meant to be grand statements. Their images are simply the scenes that caught my eye, the people who looked interesting for a second, and the places that made me stop and lift the camera. Many come from deliberate photographic outings, some workshops, some photographic tours, overseas travel, but most are more serendipitous. If you enjoy exploring through photographs, you're in the right place. The collections are grouped into broad categories as below. If in doubt, look in the Themes section!
ABOUT ME...
Photography is my hobby, not my job — and that’s exactly why I enjoy it. I’m an enthusiastic amateur who takes pictures for the pleasure of learning, noticing, and being surprised. Travel is my greatest motivator: when I’m somewhere new, the camera comes out easily, and I’ll try to capture everything from local culture and scenery to unusual wildlife. At home, I look for opportunities too — beaches, events, street corners, anything that offers a fresh subject.
I’m especially drawn to people. To my mind, the strongest images usually have someone in them, whether they’re aware of me or not. I never aim to catch anyone in an awkward moment; quite the opposite. I go out of my way to make people look good, even though most will never know they’ve been photographed. If you recognise yourself here and want the image removed — or would like your name added to the caption — just get in touch.
Over the years I’ve used all sorts of cameras, but these days I prefer a lighter mirrorless setup: a Canon EOS R7, a drone for aerial views, and a GoPro for anything wet. Some images come from my phone — the best camera is the one you have with you. I shoot in RAW, process in Lightroom and Photoshop, and use presets mainly to shape light and contrast. I occasionally use AI tools to tidy up distractions like powerlines or bins, but the creative decisions are mine. The aim is always the same: honest images, thoughtfully composed, shaped by the moment rather than the machinery.
If you like any of the photographs and want a high‑resolution version without a watermark, feel free to contact me. Commercial use requires payment, but private, community or non‑profit use is free with attribution.
That's me behind the camera...
CONTACT...
Home Town: Sydney, Australia
Phone: +61 419 33 44 56
Email: ms@mikesalon.com