Dave’s work has taken him across every state and territory in Australia, much of it spent in remote and regional areas. Somewhere between the red dirt, endless roads and wild landscapes, he developed a fascination with the natural world that eventually turned into a fairly serious obsession with wildlife and nature photography. His photography has earned international recognition, including multiple distinctions in the International Photography Awards (IPA), reFocus, Exposure One awards, along with three consecutive finalist appearances in the prestigious Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year competition. In 2026, that recognition culminated in winning the Our Impact category, with an image highlighting the often confronting consequences of human activity on wildlife. Drawn to moments that are honest rather than manufactured, Dave’s work explores the connection between wildlife, landscapes, isolation and the human footprint on the natural world. From the vast, unforgiving Australian outback to the quiet, fleeting behaviours of its wildlife, his photographs seek to capture more than simply what something looks like. They aim to reveal a story, evoke curiosity and occasionally challenge how we see the world around us. He believes the most meaningful photographs rarely come from chasing perfection. They come from patience, persistence, curiosity and a willingness to venture beyond the familiar. His philosophy is simple: get outside, put in the hours, pay attention and let nature do what it does best. The extraordinary is often hiding in plain sight. You just have to be there to notice it.