About - Susan Papazian Photography

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When I think of my photographic style and philosophy, these three words resonate with me the most.

Hi, I’m Susan and thanks for dropping by…

My fascination with photography started when I was 7 years of age, when my parents gifted me my very first plastic camera.

From childhood, I tended to look at life through a frame. It first started during our summer holidays, with a fully loaded XY Ford Falcon station wagon, packed with our luggage and an esky filled with cheese and mortadella sandwiches. Dad, Mum and my two older sisters, leaving in the early hours of the morning, excited for the long trip ahead from Melbourne to Sydney.

It was on these journeys I started looking at life through a window frame as I sat with my head against the car window looking out. I was mesmerised by the blur of the trees zooming past. I fell in love with the green fields dotted with sheep and I would watch people coming in and out of shops, wondering where they were heading to next.

I am drawn to photographing people the most. My ability to connect with people through visual storytelling is a significant part of my work, and my greatest strength as a photographer. I love to show people’s strength, beauty and courage through my images.

I also believe deeply in community and collaboration, and my work has opened doors to support women in the criminal justice system, women in domestic abuse and supporting women globally in their endeavours to create sustainable and profitable businesses. I have also partnered with The Australian Centre of History, UTS, The Paul Ramsay Foundation and the State Library NSW on the Darlinghurst Initiative.

I look forward to collaborating with you.

Susan

What her clients say…

I have done many photo shoots, but none has been more off-the-wall fun and enjoyable than working with Susan. Somehow all the silliness paid off with portraits that are truthful, relaxed and – oddly – serious. There is an authenticity about the way Susan pursues her craft that manifests in the shots achieved: bold, honest, beautiful. I am delighted to have one of Susan’s portraits on the back of my most recent book. It invites the reader in.

The fun day of shooting I spent with Susan culminated in the perfect head shot for me. Susan filled the brief…and then some! I love all the different looks she achieved.

Susan has an incredible sensitivity as a person and photographer and it is her beautiful nature that makes you feel so comfortable being photographed by her. I am timid in front of the camera although I too am a photographer but Susan knew how to bring the best out in me and show my true personality. I adored working with Susan and love the Personal Branding images she created for my website and use in the media. Her images tell a story and this is a true gift as a photographer. I would highly recommend Susan in fact I would say jump at the chance if you have the opportunity.

Susan’s magic goes beyond her camera lens, she is dedicated to understanding what you want from the photo shoot and is happy to keep going till we get the shots. Working with her is fun (& funny), which makes it an experience. The results are stunning and speak for themselves. Susan is my go to photographer, hands down

Susan has photographed me on three occasions. She has taken all my professional headshots, including the photograph used on the cover of my book All About Yves (Allen & Unwin, 2021). She's a very talented photographer with an original eye, who brings out the best in her subjects. Always kind, professional and empathetic, Susan is a joy to work with.

2023 Olive Cotton Photographic Portraiture Finalist
2022 Head On Photo Awards Portrait Finalist
2020 HeadOn Photo Awards Portrait Finalist
2019 Moran Contemporary Photographic Prize, Semi-Finalist
National Geographic Channel Travel Scholarship, shortlisted
Solo Photographic Exhibition, Sydney – Calle Havana (Cuban Street Life)

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When I think of my photographic style and philosophy, these three words resonate with me the most.

Hi, I’m Susan and thanks for dropping by…

What her clients say…

My mum would be proud…

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