From the skateparks of Boronia to award-winning stages, Sammy Dunn’s journey behind the lens has been anything but ordinary. What started as a hobby—snapping photos of mates at the local park—turned serious after a life-changing moment: when an unclaimed camera handed into police was returned to him. That twist of fate set Sammy on a path that saw him land a partnership with a Sydney media company at just 16, and by 18, working full-time with Madd Gear Action Sports Magazine while also photographing music stars at Orange Whip nightclub.
His work quickly gained traction when he shifted into automotive photography, with viral shoots combining cars and models sparking demand across the industry. From 2016 to 2019, he honed his skills with Import Monster before launching Sammy Dunn Photography full-time. When Covid hit, he pivoted, using new platforms to keep his art alive, and in 2021, his resilience and talent were recognised when he won Best Photographer at the X Awards.
Today, Sammy heads up SD Media Group, a corporate photography company, while continuing to shoot creative projects that reflect his signature style. Along the way, he’s built not just a career, but a life with his partner and now wife—a makeup artist he met on set, who continues to support his creative journey.
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