I am a commercial photographer, director and cinematographer specialising in expertly crafted, documentary styled imagery firmly grounded in realism.

Portrait of Wren Steiner in tram

Drawing from my documentary background, I possess the skill to capture the often-overlooked essence of a moment, a quality that I leverage to create work that not only communicates truths but also forges deeper connections.

I approach my work thoughtfully and practically. My affable and unpretentious nature, coupled with an unwavering dedication to my vocation, instills confidence and brings out the best in the creatives I collaborate with.

I work closely with agencies, productions, and brands to craft imagery that is both strategic and creative. Based in Melbourne, I divide my time between my personal studio, family life, a love of bespoke woodwork, and the occasional nip of single malt.

Adina Hotels
Alliance Francaise
Boom Logistics
Burbank Homes
Chisholm College
Coach
Coco Tours
Cotton On
Dulux
Dyson
Energy Safe Victoria
Federation Square
Forbes Asia
Flare HR
Grolsch
Grand Hyatt Hotels
Heineken
Hilton Hotels
Intel
ISPT Melbourne
Japara Healthcare
Kincaid Construction
Leaselab
Levande
L’Oreal
Melb City Council
Melbourne Uni
Metalicus
MCEC
Milwaukee
Mitsubishi
New Balance
NGV
Nike
Norby
Oomf
Politix
Puma
REA Group
Rinnai
Stockland
Supre
Toyota
Vincent Li
Vic Homes
Werribee Zoo
Westin Hotels
Whitehorse Council

PREVIOUS CLIENTS

MY STUDIO

This is my personal studio, located in the leafy suburb of Coburg North. It’s a quiet, creative space perfect for small crews, just a 10 minute walk from Tram 19 and Merlynston train station.

The studio space is 52m², with an additional 22m² storage area and an attached restroom. It features a surround sound system and internet access, with a dedicated loading car space for convenience.

Several cafés are nearby for coffee and snacks, and there’s plenty of street parking. The studio is also conveniently close to Coles, Bunnings, Liquorland, Officeworks, Local parks, Pentridge Shopping Centre and Merri-Creek.

MY WORKING PHILOSOPHY

Set the right tone.

Creating the right working atmosphere is important, whether working with clients, project managing or directing on set, I always see the benefit of working with others and value all opinions.

A real respect for photography.

My documentary-style background enables me to capture images that are a true expression of a moment, something that’s often missed in modern commercial photography.

I see the job through.

I’m not just the guy behind the camera, whether I’m leading the project or coming in as the expert, I always shoot with intention and I’m onboard from start to finish.

TESTIMONIALS

  • “We just did a studio shoot with Wren and the results were magic. I thoroughly enjoyed working with Wren. Full of knowledge, super patient and a great understanding of what we wanted to achieve. Look forward to shooting the next set.”

    Andrew Fox, Creative Director at Brand New Days

  • "We used Wren’s photography to accompany our video production business. Wren is fantastic - he understands what it takes to get a great photo, he’s easy to work with and a really positive energy to have on shoot. Highly recommend him and we look forward to working with him again."

    Cristina Laria, Producer at Prue Productions

  • “Wren has a great eye and is a pleasure to work with. With strong skills in both moving image and stills, he is quick-thinking and able to adapt quickly to make the most of a photo-shoot opportunity. I would highly recommend him.”

    Pino Demaio, Creative Director at Local Peoples

  • “We have worked with Wren on a few jobs. He consistently translates the creative concept into a powerful visual asset, works well with clients, adds value creatively and is flexible to achieve the best outcome.”

    Gordon Pont, Director at Collab Agency

  • “Wren worked tirelessly to capture our event from all angles. He went above and beyond and produced fantastic shots that our client loved. Couldn’t recommend him more.”

    Michael Nguyen, Senior Producer at Vocal Content

  • "High-quality execution and work. Wren showed his experience and knowledge of photography."

    Damien Tonelli, Creative Director at Brandwell

  • "Wren was fantastic to work with on a recent shoots for one of our key clients. He brought a perfect balance of professionalism, creativity, and calm energy to the day - making the entire process smooth and enjoyable. The content captured was spot on, and our client was thrilled with the result. Highly recommend!"

    Boyd Roberts, Director at Big Picture Group