Rhys is a professional photographer, designer, and award-winning marketer based in Sydney's southwest. Growing up in Camden, New South Wales, he developed a love and passion for animals, nature, and exploration from a very young age.

Rhys has over eight years of experience in the creative industry working as a Photographer, Graphic Designer, and Marketer with small businesses through to big brands like RASHAYS. Since 2020, Rhys has operated his creative agency, Southdown Creative, based in his hometown of Camden. Rhys has contributed to heavyweights such as Rolling Stone Australia, Happy Mag, The Rubens, RASHAYS®, and Taronga Zoo.

Beyond Rhys's passion for sustainability and conserving the natural world, he is also active in his community as a field hockey coach, youth mentor, and mental health advocate.

When not exploring the globe, you can find Rhys working as a photographer, designer, and marketer at his agency. His extensive experience and genuine character complement each other when undertaking any project, allowing him to work with commercial brands, music festivals, sporting events, and government bodies.

Rhys continues to grow as an artist and professional through inspiration found in street photography, the outdoors, travel, and collaborating with other creatives.

Awards

• ROAR Award for Marketing Excellence
• Camden Council Australia Day Arts & Cultural Award
• Camden Local Business Award Finalist (2021, 2023, 2024)
• Camden Local Business Award - Business Person of the Year Finalist (2023)
• WayAhead Mental Health Matters Awards Finalist
• Camden Council Youth Volunteer Representative

Publications

• Rolling Stone Australia
• Happy Mag
• Taronga Zoo