My Photography.

The majority of my photography is landscape photography. I do also love severe weather, wildlife, travel and photojournalism photography.

I have traveled the world to the extremes like the island of Svalbard in the Arctic circle and the Antarctic Peninsula in the Antarctic circle to get some amazing photographs. Storm chasing in Tornado Alley to the tropical waters of the Bahamas. I am a very well traveled photographer.

The majority of my earlier photos were taken with my Canon 7D, Canon Powershot Pro1 and my point and shoot cameras Canon IXUS 900ti & 110is. My new cameras include the Canon 7D MKII and the Canon 5D MIII.

All of my images and content are protected by both the Australian & international copyright law and cannot be used in any manner without the permission of myself.

I also like taking photos of peoples pets as a keep safe for future memories. Please contact me for more information. I am also willing to work alongside companies if they require photos for their own purposes.

My Photography face book page - https://www.facebook.com/azzastanphotography

Photography highlights.

Bureau of Meteorology - Australian Weather Calendar 2023

This is now the third time I have been a lucky winner of this photography competition. My winning photo selected from over 1000 entries. My hoar frost photo from Rubicon, Victoria features for the month of August.  The list of successful 2023 calendar photographers can be found at http://www.bom.gov.au/calendar/annual/photogs.shtml

To purchase a copy, go to https://shop.bom.gov.au/

Antarctica - The Final Frontier

My first solo photography exhibition part of the City of Melbourne at Library at the Dock, Docklands.

Didn’t get a chance to attend, visit the virtual galley tour here.

Photographer in Residence - Skymirror Gallery, Sea Lake 2021

It was my pleasure to be the 2nd Photographer in Residence at the world-renowned Skymirror Gallery. Spending 6 weeks from September - November working in the gallery, curating duties, greeting guests and creating my own photography portfolio of Sea Lake, Lake Tyrrell and the surrounding area. Further information on limited edition prints here and my growing portfolio here.

Bureau of Meteorology - Australian Weather Calendar 2020

For the second consecutive year I have been a lucky winner of this photography competition. My winning photo selected from over 900+ entries. My aurora photo from Davis Station, Antarctica features for the month of January.  More information about the photo can be found at http://www.bom.gov.au/calendar/photos/january.shtml

To purchase a copy, go to https://shop.bom.gov.au/

Bureau Of Meteorology - Australian Weather Calendar 2019

One of the 13 winners of the Bureau Of Meteorology Australian Weather Calendar competition with over 900 entries. My photo from Davis Station, Antarctica features for the month of January.  More information about the photo can be found at http://www.bom.gov.au/calendar/photos/january.shtml

To purchase a copy, go to https://shop.bom.gov.au/

Illuminate Gallery Melbourne

A selection of my Antarctica photos on display and sale. Visit Illuminate Gallery for more information.

ANARE Club Aurora Journal - Autumn 2017

I wrote an article for the ANARE Club on aurora chasing and photography which was published in the latest Aurora Journal. My photos featuring on the front and back covers. The article is below for those who wish to read.

BBC Earth Ch 5 - Weather Terror - Brits In Peril, TV Series

My video of the Burwell tornado was purchased to feature in the new 6 part tv series of "Weather Terror" by BBC Earth Ch 5 (UK) 2015.

Worldmark Films - Caught on Dash Cam - Series 2

My video of the Burwell tornado was purchased to  feature in the new series of Caught on Dash Cam. UK 2018.

US National Weather Service - North Platte, Nebraska

I feel very honoured to be contacted by the NWS asking to use my video of the Burwell tornado for educational purposes as part of the 2015 Storm Spotter Training sessions over a two month period (March - April 2015) throughout Nebraksa. Below is the link to the training schedule and the video being used. My video shows how this EF-2 tornado dragged in nearby precipitation around it (Rain curtains, Rain Wrapped Tornado) and become invisible behind the rain. I have posted a link to the full video showing the various stages, formation, becoming rain wrapped and cycling around the mesocyclone.

This dangerous EF-2 tornado had estimated peak winds at 125 MPH, Path length/Statute 1.6 Miles, Path width/Maximum 700 Yards. 

2015 Storm Spotter Training Schedule

Air services Australia

This photo was purchased by Air Services Australia and now hangs on the wall in the foyer of the new aircraft control tower for the workers and many visitors that pass through each year to see.

Animal Eco-Warriors

One of my photos of an elephant seal taken during the process of attaching scientific equipment was published in a children's book which talks about humans and animals working together to protect our planet. (2017). Thank you to Nic Gill and Clive McMahon.

ABC Radio National - Blueprint for living, In season: Winter

One of my aurora australis photos taken at Davis Station Antarctica was used in an on-line article which featured our station leader talking about living in Antarctica over the winter months.  Click here for the article and to download the audio.

2018 Australian Severe Weather Association - Conference and AGM - Adelaide

I have a presentation on Severe Space Weather - from auroras to impacts on the earth and its climate.

2017 Australian Severe Weather Association (ASWA) - Conference and AGM - Brisbane

Podcast: Aurora Australis and Antarctica

A podcast interview conducted by "Dave the grave hunter" finding out information about what it's really like to work and live in Antarctica and what the Aurora Australis viewing opportunities experienced at Davis Station. Audio link here.

Newspaper articles

My photo of another stunning lightning strike once again at Melbourne airport was published in the Herald Sun, the Sunbury/Macedon ranges Leader newspaper & 7 News online.

Michelle Buchholtz Cancer fight Fundraiser cancer fight - family fun day fundraiser.

I was asked to donate my photography services for the day to take photos of the fundraiser and the activities planned for the day. I also designed a photo book that was gifted to Michelle and her family.