@JewelTaya
Hi! I’m Jewel and I’m a photographer based in Perth, Western Australia.
Someone once asked me; “Do you just see the world through photos?” as they laughed at something I had pointed out and my response was “Yes! I see how specific circumstances line up and create the perfect opportunity, like when someone looks up at their loved one their eyes sparkle and their smile lights up their face and it’s the perfect moment to take a photo! I see how the sun reflects off an object and it creates a perfect natural filter bathing a moment in light that should be captured. I hear how a speaker’s tone changes and their face relaxes into a smile, the perfect moment to hold down the capture button to freeze a moment in time that reflects them well. This is just how my brain works.”
I see the world through the filter of a camera lens and there are so many moments in a day that can be captured and kept forever. So I present to you ‘In a Moment’, because in a moment your entire world can change and I believe in capturing these special events and memories, to make them last forever.
Background & Experience
Born and raised in Perth, Western Australia. I started taking photos in Primary School at ten years old and fell in love with capturing moments. I bought my first ‘real’ camera when I was 14 years old by saving up all the money I had from presents and work to buy a Nikon D3100.
Since then I have had the opportunity to capture special moments such as weddings, engagements, proposals, baby and bridal showers, birthdays and unique family portraits, as well as the sites of the many cities and countries I’ve travelled to. I have also had the opportunity to volunteer and work for a global organisation taking photos of weekly events, influential individuals and major conferences in Perth and Kuala Lumpur with over 10,000 people in attendance.
I love all things in the creative world, from photos and film to design and writing, events and more, so I have a real appreciation for all things unique and beautiful. I now spend my time studying, working and travelling all over the world for my own enjoyment and to capture people’s stories.
I use all Sony cameras and equipment, finding it a privilege to use high quality gear to help capture people’s moments that will last forever.
My Style
My favourite photos are the candid ones that show emotion & vibrancy. I will aim to make you comfortable by making you laugh and guide you through movements that feel natural and leave you feeling good. While we’re together I want to be your bestie and show you why taking photos is fun and how you can be the star - I believe every shoot should involve laughter & be a memorable experience for me and you!
If I sound like someone you’d love to work with you can check out my gallery to see my work or visit my contact page so we can set up a time to capture your magical moments!