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ocean + sport

Life lived in motion, because the ocean has always been our greatest teacher.

Before we were behind the lens, we were in front of it — living the athlete life, chasing wind and waves across the world, learning the rhythm of performance from the inside out. Years spent competing on the water taught us timing, intuition and how to read a moment long before it happens.

That lived experience is what shaped this offering: a way to honour the sport, the ocean and the people who move within it From the power in a turn to the quiet in a lineup, we chase the real stuff — the flow, the freedom, the stories written in saltwater and sunlight. This is where passion meets perspective, and where sport becomes art.

Photography & videography services tailored to your sport.

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What we SPECIALISE in

We specialise in movement – captured through water housings, drones, land cameras and everything in between. Every angle tells a different story, so we use them all: in-water perspectives, sweeping aerials, tight action frames, documentary-style lifestyle shots and cinematic video built for reels, campaigns or full brand stories.

Our media is built for performance — action photography, cinematic video, drone coverage, in-water angles, lifestyle visuals and full content packages for athletes and brands.

Surfing, kiting, winging, foiling, windsurfing, SUP, sailing, wake, snow sports, running — if it moves, we’re there. From athlete features to commercial shoots, personal projects to high-energy social content, we bring sport and storytelling together in a way that feels alive.

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Who is it for?

This offering is for anyone who moves with purpose — athletes, weekend warriors, ocean lovers, brands and creatives who want their story told with intention.

Whether you’re building a campaign, launching a product, refreshing your brand visuals or strengthening your content library, this is built for you.

from athletes growing their portfolios to businesses wanting high-impact imagery for social media, websites or advertising.

if salt, speed or flow is part of your identity, you’re in the right place.

created with intention

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the questions

  • We’re based in Newcastle, NSW – but we travel anywhere your story takes us. Interstate, overseas, coastal, inland… sport lives everywhere, and that’s a huge part of why we do what we do.

    Travel, movement and the ocean are at the heart of our work, and we’re always up for a new place and a new adventure.

  • Yes – we offer both. Once we’re aligned on your vision, we’ll choose the best mix of land, water, drone and lifestyle angles to suit your project. If the conditions shift, we adapt on the fly to make sure you’re getting the strongest results for the day. The ocean moves and so do we.

  • Pretty much everything. While our roots are in ocean sports, we love the diversity and energy that all forms of movement bring. If it’s fast, dynamic, or driven by passion – we’re in.

    Some sports we’ve captured include:
    – Surfing
    – Foiling
    – Kitesurfing
    – Winging
    – Wakeboarding
    – Sailing
    – Snowboarding
    – Running & athletics
    – Motocross

    We’re always open to new sports and styles. Every project brings something different to the table.

  • Absolutely. Every session is tailored – you can choose action shots, lifestyle moments, water angles, drone footage, or any combination you like. Once we chat about your vision, we’ll shape the package to suit your exact needs.

  • Of course. Mixed media is one of our strengths. Depending on the scope of your project, we can tailor a photo–only, video–only, or full hybrid package to bring your story to life.

  • 100%. You don’t need to be an athlete. We’ll guide you when needed and focus on capturing you in your natural flow. Having fun out there is the key – the confidence follows.

    Peri has extensive knowledge of high-quality media, coming from a background in professional sport, so we understand performance, technique and timing.

  • We sure do. We use a full water-housing setup for in-water shots, drone for aerials, and land-based gear for everything in between — giving you a mix of angles and perspectives.

  • Yes. All delivered images include personal-use rights for social media, personal branding and portfolios.

    Commercial licensing is available if you need the images for business or marketing purposes.

  • We do – from commercial campaigns to athlete profiles, team shoots, content days and sports events.

    Custom project quotes are always available for larger or ongoing work.

  • If conditions are unsafe or simply not suitable, we reschedule at no extra cost. The ocean sets the pace — we work with her, not against her.

hear it from them

  • Riley deck

    Peri captured my pregnancy in a way I didn’t know was possible. She is incredibly artistic and shot with such care, and creativity. She made me feel completely comfortable and confident, and the final images are absolutely stunning. A true professional with an incredible eye – I couldn’t recommend her more.”

  • Kellie Mitchell

    “I’ve worked with Peri on multiple projects now, and she is always a dream to collaborate with. She listens deeply, understands your vision, and then exceeds it every time when delivering. Peri’s eye and artistic style is truely unique, there’s depth and intention to everything she creates. The love and effort she pours into her work reflects in the final result. I couldn’t recommend working with her more.”

  • Hunter Clinical Hypnotherapy

    “Peri is a pleasure to work with. She expanded upon the ideas I presented  and clearly explained the shooting  process, which then went brilliantly. I can highly recommend her for her creativity and professionalism.”

  • Brielle Kalliafas

    “Peri was amazing to work with on our wedding day, she made everything feel so natural and effortless. We felt completely comfortable, and the photos turned out absolutely stunning. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented and warm photographer!”

  • Soul & Stone Jewellery

    “I have just started my own jewellery business and I commissioned Peri to take professional shots of my pieces at my local beach, she was very professional and has such a natural flair, she listened to what I wanted and also made some suggestions to add her creative flair and an individual touch to the look of the final shots. Her model was also very accommodating. The end result was fabulous, especially the main feature, my gemstone lariat. I also used Peri to take shots of my new Emerald collection and Meditation Bracelets at the iconic location, Seal Rocks on the East Coast. This time Peri used her natural artistic flair without any direction from me and once again the results were outstanding,  she truly is very talented. I highly recommend her.”

  • Banksii

    “Peri / This is Art was such a dream to work with! She was amazing at transferring my vision for my brand into pictures and I can’t wait to work with her again. Her creative and professional vision enhanced my branding and it engaged more customers, seeing a spike in sales. Seriously talented at what she does, I highly recommend hiring This is Art!!”

  • Brodie & Johnny

    Thank you so much, Peri, for capturing the beginning of our parenthood journey. We couldn’t be happier with the quality of our photos. Every image is something we’ll treasure forever. You made us all feel so comfortable behind the lens, and the whole experience was genuinely enjoyable.

    We would highly recommend This Is Art for newborn photography and family shoots.

  • Riley deck coaching

    Peri captured my pregnancy in a way I didn’t know was possible. She is incredibly artistic and shot with such care, and creativity. She made me feel completely comfortable and confident, and the final images are absolutely stunning. A true professional with an incredible eye – I couldn’t recommend her more.”

  • Kellie Mitchell

    “I’ve worked with Peri on multiple projects now, and she is always a dream to collaborate with. She listens deeply, understands your vision, and then exceeds it every time when delivering. Peri’s eye and artistic style is truely unique, there’s depth and intention to everything she creates. The love and effort she pours into her work reflects in the final result. I couldn’t recommend working with her more.”

  • Lee Mclellan

    “Peri is a pleasure to work with. She expanded upon the ideas I presented  and clearly explained the shooting  process, which then went brilliantly. I can highly recommend her for her creativity and professionalism.”

  • Brielle Kalliafas

    “Peri was amazing to work with on our wedding day, she made everything feel so natural and effortless. We felt completely comfortable, and the photos turned out absolutely stunning. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented and warm photographer!”

  • Banksii Jewellery

    “Peri / This is Art was such a dream to work with! She was amazing at transferring my vision for my brand into pictures and I can’t wait to work with her again. Her creative and professional vision enhanced my branding and it engaged more customers, seeing a spike in sales. Seriously talented at what she does, I highly recommend hiring This is Art!!”

  • Soul & stone

    “I have just started my own jewellery business and I commissioned Peri to take professional shots of my pieces at my local beach, she was very professional and has such a natural flair, she listened to what I wanted and also made some suggestions. The end result was fabulous, especially the main feature, my gemstone lariat. Peri truly is very talented. I highly recommend her.”

  • Brodie & Johnny

    Thank you so much, Peri, for capturing the beginning of our parenthood journey. We couldn’t be happier with the quality of our photos. Every image is something we’ll treasure forever. You made us all feel so comfortable behind the lens, and the whole experience was genuinely enjoyable.

    We would highly recommend This Is Art for newborn photography and family shoots.

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