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NO POSES. NO FAKES.

Just raw moments and big feels.

I don’t do staged. I hunt real stories — the ones you feel, not fake smiles you pose.
Gigs, weddings, portraits — whatever it is, I capture the grit, the chaos, the love.
The beauty you didn’t even know was there.

If you want safe and rehearsed, keep scrolling.

A shirtless male performer with curly hair, wearing camo pants and black boots, jumping on stage while singing into a microphone.
A young man with glasses, wearing a black t-shirt, black pants, and sneakers, stands with hands in pockets against a plain dark background in black and white.

What I Do + What It Costs

No guesswork. No “DM for rates” fluff.
Just straight-up numbers and what you actually get.

  • 📸 Brand + Content Shoots — From $750

    Scroll-stopping content for your brand, business, or campaign. Real images that hit different.

    ✅ What’s Included
    📝 Pre-shoot planning call
    📍 2–3 hours on location
    🖼️ 40+ high-res edited images (web + social optimised)
    📄 Digital use licence (website, socials, emails, etc.)

    🎯 Perfect For:

    • Small businesses

    • Restaurants + bars

    • Creatives + content agencies

    • Product launches

  • 🎸 Live Music Photography — From $500

    Get loud. Get sweaty. I shoot gigs like I’m part of the band — up close and raw.

    ✅ What’s Included
    🎤 Up to 3 hours of live coverage
    🖼️ 50 high-res, edited images
    📂 Delivered in an online gallery — ready for socials, press kits, or your wall

    🎯 Perfect For:

    • Touring acts

    • Local gigs

    • Festivals (custom packages available)

    • Sold-out hometown shows

  • 🌿 Community + Event Photography — From $400

    Real stories. Big feelings. From youth programs to local activations — I capture the stuff that matters.

    ✅ What’s Included
    ⏱️ Up to 2 hours of coverage
    🖼️ 30 high-res edited images
    📂 Online gallery delivery

    🎯 Perfect For:

    • Community orgs

    • Youth events

    • Workshops

    • Local festivals + initiatives

  • 📷 Portrait Sessions — From $450

    No stiff poses. Just honest portraits that feel like you.

    ✅ What’s Included
    📍 1–1.5 hour session, location of your choice
    🖼️ 25+ high-res edited images
    📂 Delivered in an online gallery

    🎯 Perfect For:

    • Creatives + makers

    • Personal branding

    • Couples, families, or just yourself

    • Projects with feeling

  • 🧾 Usage + Licensing

    Weddings, Portraits, Gigs
    You get full personal use.
    ✅ Post it, print it, live with it
    🚫 No reselling or stock site stuff

    Commercial Work (Brand / Events)
    All brand shoots include a licence to:
    ✔️ Use across socials, web, email, internal ads
    ✔️ Share with your team, designer, or media
    ✔️ Print loud and proud

    Want to use it in a national ad campaign, resell, or license to third parties?
    Let’s chat about a usage upgrade.

    What stays with me:
    I keep copyright — always.
    You license usage. That means I retain authorship, but you get to use the work as agreed.

  • The Fine Print (That’s Actually Fine)

    ⚙️ A Note on Pricing
    These are base rates. Need extra time, travel, or a lightning-fast turnaround? I’ll quote it fair and square. Always upfront — no weird surprises.

  • 🧾 USAGE & LICENSING

    I’ve licensed my work locally and globally. Here’s how yours works.

    Weddings, Portraits, Gigs

    You’ve got full personal use.
    ✅ Post it, print it, live with it
    🚫 Don’t resell it or pass it off as stock

    Commercial / Brand / Event Work

    All commercial shoots come with a usage licence. You can:
    ✔️ Use images across web, socials, ads, internal marketing
    ✔️ Share with your team, designer, or media
    ✔️ Print big, bold, and loud

    Want to use images in a national campaign, resell, or pass them on to third parties (brands, sponsors, etc.)?
    Let’s chat about a usage upgrade.

    What stays with me:

    I own the copyright — always.
    You license the use. This means I keep creative authorship, but you get to use the work in the ways we agree on.

  • Got Something Else in Mind?

    Pitch me the vision.
    If you’re cooking up something left of field, I’m in.
    Let’s figure it out together.

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What People Are Saying

Simone
“What sets James apart is his ability to tell a story. Beyond our collaboration, his brilliant work across music and event coverage, aerials, editorials, and profile photography consistently conveys deep emotion. On a personal level, James is a dead-set decent soul who genuinely cares about people and his community.”

Dylan
“I highly recommend James Lander, a Live Music and Event Photographer whose work transcends visual artistry. James not only possesses a remarkable talent for capturing unforgettable moments but also demonstrates a genuine commitment to community engagement — notably through his impactful collaborations with First Nations people.”

Aidan
“I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing James in action, and the impact of his work is truly remarkable. A devoted music enthusiast, James possesses the unique ability to capture the essence of a band, the energy of the crowd, and the overall excitement of live shows. His live music portfolio vividly reflects his passion and energy, setting him apart as a standout professional. Whenever James is part of our events, we’re stoked — not just by the outstanding images he captures, but by his strong community spirit and unwavering support. I wholeheartedly recommend James for his exceptional skills and contributions. Act swiftly, though — his talents are in high demand.”

Phil
“James delivers the brief with enthusiasm and goes the extra mile to impress. A successful photographer has to be curious and stick their nose into people’s business in the politest way possible — James excels at both.”