Man in brown leather jacket holding professional camera outdoors with autumn foliage background.

 

Hi, I'm Rob D

 

My photography is rooted in a deep respect for animals and a commitment to technical excellence. Based in Brisbane, I spend countless hours in the field mastering the patience and precision required to capture our local fauna in their natural habitats.


Whether I am documenting the intricate patterns of a bird or the character of a family pet, my goal is to produce images that are as scientifically interesting as they are visually appealing. Through robd.au, I invite you to share this journey of discovery and appreciate the hidden wonders of the Australian ecosystem.


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Man holding camera on boat deck with ocean view at sunset, wearing maroon sweater and black shorts.
Man in brown jacket standing beside a fluffy Highland cow grazing in a green pastoral field under cloudy skies.

 

Availability & Gear


Availability:

  • Sat and Sun (7am - 7pm)


Gear:

  • Full Frame Nikon D850.
  • 105mm f2.8 Nikkor Macro Lens.
  • 150-600mm Sigma 5-6.3 Lens.
  • 3 Axis Tripods.
  • Goddox V1 Pro Speedlight with Accessories.

 

 

Business Integrity & Support


Business Information:

  • Entity Name: Robert Downer.
  • Entity Type: Individual/Sole Trader.
  • Australian Business Number: 776 263 190 90.
  • Goods & Services Tax (GST): Not currently registered for GST.
  • Location: Brisbane, QLD, Australia.
  • Website: Powered by Pixieset.
  • Artwork: Professional Lab Printing Fulfillment by Atkins Pro.


Gallery Information:

  • My galleries primarily feature Australian Wildlife; however, I do have some galleries of other animals from around the world. The majority of my portfolio features actual Wildlife; however, I also collaborate with sanctuaries, NGOs, and other organizations, so some images contain animals in captivity.

 

 

Mission & Support


My Mission:

  • To capture unique imagery of the animals we share this planet with, documenting their lives with dignity and respect. I believe that every animal has a story worth telling, and my work is dedicated to ensuring those stories are seen, felt, and remembered for generations to come.


Support The Mission:

  • By supporting me, you are helping an individual artist and sole trader to run his business, helping with outgoing costs including travel, administrative costs, equipment maintenance, public liability, and much more. The money isn't used for anything but business costs. I am currently semi-professional and working towards full-time wildlife photography, which is my dream. Every bit of support helps me towards this goal. I appreciate your support.

 

A hornbill bird perched on bare tree branches against a soft blue sky in golden light.
A dramatic portrait of a kangaroo with large ears against a dark background, illuminated by soft golden light.
Close-up portrait of a Murray short-necked turtle with yellow markings, glossy scales, and golden eye against green background.