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Photography began as a simple curiosity, but it quickly became a way for me to slow down, explore, and share the places I love. Over the years, I’ve also ventured into sports, portrait, and fine art photography. These experiences have broadened my creative perspective and led to a variety of commissioned projects, each one teaching me something new and helping me grow as an artist.

Working with full‑frame and mirrorless systems, I try to blend technical care with a genuine appreciation for the world around me. Whether I’m photographing moonlit shorelines, drifting star trails, or the energy of a community event, my goal is always the same — to create images that feel calm, honest, and quietly expressive.
I share my work through Clique Gallery, a small, purpose‑built viewing space at my home in Pauanui. Visitors often describe it as peaceful — a place where they can slow down, enjoy the artwork, and experience the Coromandel’s night skies and coastlines in a new way. I also enjoy connecting with people online through Creative Images by Paul C Schrader, where I post new work and the stories behind each image.

At the heart of my photography is a simple intention: to capture moments that invite people to pause, breathe, and rediscover the beauty that surrounds us.