Meet our talented team of creatives...
Brennen Barry
Retoucher
Professionally
Brennen has been in the signage industry for the past 14 years, working on everything from racing cars to the neon signs of Piccadilly Circus in London. Studying photography led to a career change, as he found the lure of a glamorous life as a photographic retoucher, hard to resist.
After Hours
He has always had a passion for photography and travel and has been combining the two for the last ten years travelling to 37 countries and counting.
Big Dream
Brennen’s dream is to own the biggest yacht in the Mediterranean and sail it from his home in Monte Carlo to his mansion in Bora Bora. Year in and year out.
Adrianne Miller
Photographer
Professionally
Having spent 6 years overseas developing her travel photography skills, Adrianne returned to Australia in 2007 where she gathered experience shooting construction and developments. She joined the Urban Angles family in 2009 where she is now a permanent part of the team. Her exceptional skills and photographic knowledge are highly regarded and in this creative environment she is able to diversify and evolve her skills.
After Hours
Originally from Queensland, Adrianne is a beach bum at heart who spends as much time as possible by the water with her dog during that sunny week in Melbourne or heading north whenever possible
Big Dream
Spending a year travelling North & South America partly by land and partly in her very own super yacht.
Mark Turner
Photographer
Professionally
Mark has been a photographer for over 10 years and joined the Urban Angles team in 2011. After working in Melbourne, London and Brisbane, he continues to shoot for a range of clients across various industries. Mark's images have a creative sensibility and he always brings a friendly professionalism to his work.
After Hours
After a misspent youth playing in many a band, Mark is happy as a seagull with a french fry sitting on the couch playing guitar.
Big Dream
To find a golden ticket in a chocolate bar to take a trip to space on the Virgin Galactic.
Nicole Conradi
Production Coordinator
Professionally
Nicole comes to Urban Angles from Sydney bringing a wealth of experience in the many areas of production. She spent 5 years at a well respected Photography & Design company, where she worked in the Pre-Press Studio and the Digital Print Department.With a friendly and enthusiastic approach to her work, Nicole has confidence in dealing with many different facets of the day-to-day business of Urban Angles from handling client enquiries to producing large-scale commercial photo shoots. Keeping the wheels turning at Urban is the thing she enjoys most!
After Hours
On the weekends, Nicole enjoys buzzing around in her new Mini Copper, heading to Melbourne’s organic farmers markets and funky cafes. Nicole loves travelling! When not heading to Sydney to visit her family, a new camping or beach holiday is always on the cards.
Big Dream
“To backpack through every country in the world - with camera in tow!!”
Yuko Narita
Floorplans
Professionally
While studying an arts degree in Paris, Yuko developed a strong appreciation for design. After Moving to Tokyo she began working in market research and project management. Having recently completed a Master’s degree at Monash University she joined the Urban Angles team and has thrived in the creative environment.
After Hours
On the weekends she can be found enjoying the sun with an eclectic group of international friends. White wine and a delicious lunch are essential ingredients for a perfect day.
Big Dream
Yuko would love to circle the globe in one amazing trip
Martin Cepan
Photographer
Professionally
Martin developed his passion for photography in late 90' while travelling the world. After settling in Melbourne he decided to turn his hobby in to profession and spent next four years studying commercial photography. Before joining Urban Angles he was shooting for various clients in Melbourne and won number of photography awards.
After Hours
If not hitting the ball at his local table tennis club, Martin is usually found on one of the beaches around Melbourne with his friends and family.
Big Dream
"Flying a Spitfire or Mustang one day would be nice."
Rowan Hall
Retoucher
Professionally
Before joining the Urban Angles team, Rowan tackled a wide variety of vocations, such as labouring, bartending, fruit picking, retail and university. After developing an interest in photography and photographic retouching he found himself managing a photographic print lab. For several years he has maintained a vital role in the Post Production department, taking charge of IT and the Urban Stock Libraries.
After Hours
Between beer and baseball, Rowan somehow manages to find time to shoot the odd wedding and retouch other photographers projects.
Big Dream
The big dream is still elusive but, the prospect of a money tree and a unemptyable esky is promising......
Sandrine Jouffre
Floorplan Measurer
Professionally
Sandrine was born in a small country town in the south of France. She found her passion studying interior Design at Swinburne University. Sandrine has won many awards for her multiple talents including the “Deans art” award and “best French accent” award. During her studies, she has worked for an international architecture firm and has been involved in residential projects as an interior designer. She has a great attention to detail and enjoys assisting others. She thrives on getting the best results and believes that every personal and professional experience helps her to broaden her perception in design.
After Hours
She likes to spend time with the people she loves whether it’s at home, at a bar or anywhere around the world.
Big Dream
Sandrine wishes to become a pirate and sail the seven seas to discover great design.
Adam Georgeson
Account Manager
Professionally
Adam has worked extensively in Project and Operational management roles for many years throughout Australia and Europe. His experience covers a number of industries including Marketing & Promotions, Design, Commercial Branding and Exhibitions & Events. His Clients have included the Australian Airshow, Australian Moto GP, Peugeot, Nissan, Bentley, Hella International and Adidas.
After House
A lifelong support of Football (“Soccer” for Australians) has seen Adam at many games around Melbourne, usually questioning the Referee’s eyesight. He’s a Loyal supporter of his local darts team at St Kilda Bowls club, which is a “throwback” (pun intended) to his English heritage.
Big Dream
He wants to score the winning goal, as Captain of England, in the World Cup final. Sadly his knees and legs no longer seem to agree with his plan for greatness. May be in the next life?
Dean Hales
Retoucher
Professionally
A self-confessed “computer nerd”, Dean started using Adobe Flash to make small animations while still at high school. After discovering a love for Photoshop he taught himself how to use the program by learning a new technique every day. By the end of high-school Dean was known as the Photoshop guy. Leaving his Graphic Design degree early gave Dean the opportunity to pursue his dream of retouching fame and fortune.
After Hours
Dean likes to escape from work by getting together with some friends and go partying, watch some movies or going to Lake Eildon for some water-sports.
Big Dream
“To be the greatest digital artist in Melbourne”
Tanja Milbourne
Photographer
Professionally
Tanja is a seasoned traveler and has developed her great passion in photography for fine art and architecture. She has gathered a wealth of experience working in the photographic industries in Germany and The Netherlands before settling in Melbourne in 2006.
She has since been refining her skills, shooting predominantly for architects and designers, as well as the occasional portrait, food and product.
She joined Urban Angles in 2009 and has been a valuable part of the team ever since.
After Hours
With her love for adventure, Tanja can be found climbing up steep cliffs in Thailand or the Grampians, photographing eco-resorts in the wilderness of Africa, bungee jumping off various bridges or enjoying a cruise to the North Pole with her Grandfather.
Big Dream
A trip into outer space to view and photograph the planet!
Dean Bonthorne
General Manager Marketing & Operations
Professionally
For the past 15 years, Dean has gained wide-ranging marketing expertise at Suzuki and the Chrysler Group where he drove the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge brands nationally through full-scale marketing and PR. (Yes - pun intended...).
With creative flair and the pursuit for perfection, Dean built close relationships with some of the biggest marketing agency names in the business. Unquestioned highlights being his passionate client direction at countless television and photography shoots. Although managing extravagant media launch events was hard to top.
Thrilled to be surrounded on all sides by talented creatives, his dedicated focus is now, “to share with the world what unquestionably sets Urban Angles apart… and with quality of this gob-smacking calibre in support, it doesn’t get better than this!”
After Hours
Dubbed ‘Extreme Dean’, an adrenaline rush is never far from our marketing man. After several years of success racing supersport motorcycles nationally, his need for speed continued into building a 7.4-litre 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. Throw in sportsbike riding, snowboarding, mountain biking, bungee jumping, skydiving, abseiling and even jumping a monster truck to that list and you get the picture.
Big Dream
"To one day carve up some untracked deep powder in Canada with those closest to me. Then riding a Ducati World Superbike through the thriling ‘Corkscrew’ at Laguna Seca Raceway on the way home."
Edward Chen
Bookkeeper
Professionally
Originally from Shanghai, Edward joined the urban angles team as our book keeping whiz kid. A young associate member of CPA Australia, Edward is always focused on the job at hand and as you would expect, great with numbers.
After Hours
On a Sunday night Edward can be found on the couch indulging his passion for MotoGP, especially the last few laps which are the most exciting.
Big Dream
Edwards big dream is to spend his days travelling the world in the search of the best local delicacy.
Eugene Ratiner
3D Visualiser
Professionally
Eugene grew up in Melbourne and graduated with a bachelor of design (multimedia) from the Swinburne National School of Design. He began working commercially as a 3D and graphic artist in 2005, specialising in 3D animation and post-production. Over the last few years he has produced visualisations and animations for a wide range of fields, working with the building construction, biomedical, engineering, automotive and fashion industries.
After Hours
When not building 3D models of non-existent houses, floral arrangements, ducks and towels for Urban Angles, Eugene can be found doing a few laps around some of Melbourne's great parks, catching up with mates or chipping away at some personal graphics projects.
Big Dream
Model and render the best damn ducks and towels anyone has ever seen!
Michelle Edstein
Photographer
Professionally
For her 10th birthday, Michelle received a hand-me-down film camera from her Grandfather. From the first snap, she was hooked. Michelle’s passion for architectural photography was cemented during her extensive travels throughout northern America, Europe and Asia. Having worked in the Queensland photography industry for over 6 years, Michelle brings a fresh perspective to Melburnian residential architecture.
Since joining the Urban team, Michelle has developed a reputation amongst her clients for professionalism, attention to detail and an ability to tailor her photographic style to suit individual requirements.
After Hours
In her time away from the studio, Michelle can be found planning her next getaway. A peek inside Michelle’s travel pack would reveal a camera, tent, sleeping bag, hiking boots and an unlimited supply of Scotch Finger biscuits.
Big Dream
Michelle hopes to one day observe and photograph the Gorillas of Central West Africa in their natural habitat.
Michael Downes
Director
Professionally
Michael’s specialty is architecture, interiors and design photography - you could say, he’s a design freak. Give him some challenging sunlight, dramatic architectural angles and well-furnished interiors – and he’s happy.
Michael’s photographs play off geometric design, shape and quality of light. His graphic approach has attracted clients including James Hardie, Salter Group, Stonehaven, Australand and Carlisle Homes as well as award-winning architects from Australia and abroad.
Since completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Commercial Photography at RMIT University, Michael’s won industry awards but he’s not a big-noter, he just likes to gets in there and do the job. Clients love him because he’s easy going and he gets amazing results.
“When I see a building or interior, the first thing I think about is what angles and lighting I can use to make the picture pack a punch. It’s about simplicity, technique and creative edge.”
After Hours
During weekends in winter time Mick can be found in the outer at the MCG, beer in one hand pie in the other, cheering on his beloved Demons. Come summer time he likes nothing more than to kick back with family & friends cooking up a storm on his BBQ.
Big Dream
"To finish the Hawian Iron Man"
Ben Spence
Floorplans
Professionally
Before moving down to Melbourne Ben studied at Wodonga TAFE doing an Advanced Diploma of Building Design and Technology. He joined the floorplan department of Urban Angles at it’s inception in 2009. Over the past two years Ben has been developing his skills and is always looking to improve industry expectations.Ben understands the need for accurate Floorplans and uses his knowledge and passion of building design to provide this.
After Hours
Ben sees himself as a great football talent and has recently come out of retirement to play for the Elsternwick Football Club.
Big Dream
To see St Kilda Football Club win a grand final
Laine Hill
Production Manager
Professionally
Laine caught a lucky break in the industry aged 18, which saw him pick up his very first client, BMW New Zealand. A passion for the automotive industry lead him to become one of Top Gear NZ’s most active photographic contributors for more than 3 years. Experimentation with food and commercial projects followed. Moving to Australia spurred a career change as he became more focused on being behind the scenes assisting production on several fashion campaigns and numerous other commercial shoots. He has now found a home at Urban Angles taking care of Post Production.
After Hours
In his free time Laine is happiest riding a bike [ motorised or peddle power ] or swimming at any beach with a decent wave.
Big Dream
To own a nice little house on a big piece of land close to the beach.
Myles Montgomery
Senior 3D Visualiser
Professionally
Myles is our visualisation and CGI expert and is highly regarded within the industry. He has accumulated a wealth of knowledge over more than 6 years in the industry. Having worked for and now alongside some of Australia's biggest Architecture firms, his experience extends past purely CGI into design and architecture visualisation. Myles dedicates his time to working closely with developers, architects and interior designers to bring their visions to life.
After Hours
When Myles isn’t partaking in an exciting adventure across the globe, he can usually be found tackiling any one of Melbournes amazing of golf courses.
Big Dream
To shoot sub 70 again.
Sarah Watson
Graphic Designer
Professionally
Originally from New Zealand, Sarah graduated from the University of Otago with degrees in both Management / Marketing and Tourism and then worked in Japan for 8 years where she also studied Graphic Design. Her professional experience includes extensive design and marketing management in both New Zealand and Tokyo. Sarah moved to Melbourne in March 2011 and joined the Floorplan department at Urban Angles which she enjoys immensely, and is looking forward to contributing her design and marketing skills into the future growth of the company.
After Hours
Sarah loves exploring the unique places Melbourne has to offer and with a family background in scuba diving, she is looking forward to discovering more of the underwater world in Australia and beyond. Sarah also has a passion for photography and enjoys getting out and about with her camera as well as manipulating and incorporating images into artwork when time permits.
Big Dream
The ultimate dream? Easy - To live on an island creating artwork and chartering dive trips.
Stuart Wilson
Post Production Manager
Professionally
Stuart is an award winning Graduate of the RMIT Bachelor of Arts Degree in Commercial Photography.Starting out behind the camera Stuart has since concentrated his skills and talents in post production and loves to create awe inspiring imagery in his extensively composited work.Since joining the team at Urban Angles he has been an integral part of the growth of this aspiratiional company, and now heads up the illustrious Post Production team.
After Hours
A daydreamer who loves to draw tiny pictures.
Big Dream
Climb Mt Fuji.
Jules Tahan
Director
Professionally
Working with a host of agencies and clients over the last ten years has set Jules up with the expertise and creative nous to shoot whatever crosses his desk: from Orica and Pacific Brands to Delfin Lendlease and Whirlpool. He has a strong editorial bent too, shooting for ACP Publications and Fairfax Media.
Jules is the guy that’s great in a crisis. Photography is full of variables: weather, personalities, locations - Jules navigates all these things with ease whilst delivering spectacular visual results.
If he had to pick a favourite thing, it would be portraiture. He loves pictures that tell a story. That said, he likes to bring a unique slant to everything he shoots, whether that be food and product, people, places or architecture.
“For me photography does not exist without others to share the experience. It’s a tool to communicate. Getting a message across in the clearest and most visually arresting way is the challenge that gets me fired up.”
After Hours
During his precious few moments away from work, Jules can often be found at any one of his local haunts, stealing the microphone from a resident muso and belting out a blues tune. He also has a passion for cooking food with love and sharing it with distinguished guests.
Big Dream
"When I was younger I dreamt of becoming a bingo caller, a pizza chef and a garbo. I am yet to fulfil the bingo caller and hope to do so before turning 88 like the two fat ladies! Am willing to hear about any job opportunities...."
Mat Moore
Photographer
Professionally
Growing up in Van Diemen's Land, Mat was given his first camera at an early age. It wasn't till many years later though that he realised it was possible to chase his dream of being a photographer. After studying at RMIT, a chance assisting job at Urban has landed him where he is today. Architecture is Mats main passion, followed closely by Lifestyles, Aerials, Product and exploring the more animated world of Portraiture. Mat considers himself extremely fortunate that his so called 9-5 day job is also his weekend hobbie. Favourite photographers of Mats are Eugene Richards, James Nachtwey, Steve McCurray and Tim Griffiths.
After Hours
A regular at the annual Meredith Music Festival, Mat obviously enjoys live music, camping, having a laugh with mates and above all planning his next international adventure with his girlfriend.
Big Dream
To Have the ability to take off when ever he likes, own an amazing loft in New York and to live off the sales of his pictures from travelling the globe.
Dave Unwin
Photographer
Professionally
Dave took up photography after a surfing accident prompted a career change from Engineering. With a passion for residential design and architecture, Dave has specialised in photographing cutting edge homes across Victoria and Tasmania for the past 7 years.
After Hours
After hours Dave can usually be found on a dusk shoot for Urban Angles. During the rest of the day however, he’s more likely to be spotted at the beach on his beloved Mornington Peninsula. A keen surfer, golfer and general beach bum, it can be quite a challenge to get Dave into the office!
Big dream
“Still looking for that elusive, rich Portsea girl, so I can retire at 30 and take happy snaps to my heart’s content”
Beckie Littler
Admin Assistant
Professionally
After earning the brilliantly named degree in Contemporary Lens Media, from the University of Lincoln, England. Beckie then took off across the globe ending up in South East Asia, where she helped build a water system for a hill tribe in northern Thailand. She has since spent a summer as a Lifeguard in North America, taught English and built Cocktails in Nagoya, Japan.
Beckie arrived In Australia in 2009 and worked behind the bar at Mt Hotham for season. She has since called Melbourne home and now makes sure Urban Angles front of house is super organised and running smoothly.
After Hours
Not yet ready to embrace modern technology she still prefers taking photos on film and you will never catch her using a smart phone. Beckie also enjoys going to gigs and making super cool things.
Big Dream
To go to Iceland and have a picnic on a glacier with Bjork
Nigel McLaughlin
Senior Web Developer
Professionally
With over 15 years of Internet Geekdom under his belt, Nigel has seen the Internet evolve from purely text-based to the multimedia extravaganza it is today. He is a proficient web developer and PHP programmer who can create a website with the best of them.
After Hours
Although wearing a Propellerhead Hat by day, evenings and weekends are spent parenting an active toddler and playing Piano Accordion to Melbourne’s world music lovers. He'll give bonus points to anyone who knows what a Joik is!
Big Dream
His big dream is to fill all remaining space in the house with musical instruments and books!
Carly Macmillan
Art Directer
Professionally
Graduating from Otago University with Bachelor of Arts (Design), Carly travelled extensively soaking in real-world design across the globe. Teaching English in Japan, gave Carly invaluable knowledge of cultural finesse and attention to detail, she then returned to Australia to work as a designer and then senior designer at two prominent Melbourne advertising agencies.With extensive experience in the property industry, Carly excels at developing concepts and bringing ideas to life.
After Hours
Carly has a passion for marathons and competed in both the Tokyo & Melbourne marathons last year. She has begun training for next year hoping to compete in even more marathons across the globe.
Big Dream
Carly would love to circumnavigate the globe in an awesome once in a lifetime adventure.
Simon Kivela
Retoucher
Professionally
A P.S.C and RMIT graduate, Simon spent most of the late 90’s and early 2000’s travelling the world taking beautiful images. At the same time, a love for the dance music scene led Simon to produce and design artwork for various artists. Since joining Urban Angles in 2010, Simons eye for detail lead him to heading the Property Department of the Post Production team. Simon is consistently looking to gain further skills and evolve within the industry.
After Hours
When time permits, Simon is a keen traveller of the world. Whether he is visiting his second home of Hong Kong, or lying on a beach in Croatia, he always jumps at the chance to trade cold Melbourne winters for sunny summers abroad.
Big Dream
“To DJ on the main stage at the Berlin Love Parade”
John Wheatley
Director
Professionally
It seems a bit tough to call him a veteran when he hasn’t even turned 'the big 4-0h!' yet but that’s pretty much what John is, having logged more then 20 years in the photographic industry.
There isn’t much he doesn’t know about images. He’s also a technical genius – digital technology is his best friend.
John has shot for some of Australia’s biggest corporations and household names: Schweppes Cottees, Dulux, Virgin Blue, Nestle, AWW, Toll Holdings, Tattslotto, ANZ, and GE.
It’s hard to top John’s precision and technical expertise – luckily his professional pedantry doesn’t flow over into his personality. He is highly sociable and loves shooting everything from people to products. For John, his dream photography jobs are those that see him involved from ground zero.
“The most satisfying work is the go-to-woah where you are involved from day one: creating or recreating a whole look and feel for a company – from packaging and advertising through to annual reports and collateral.”
After Hours
While enjoying everything about business John’s passion is for a bag of pilchards and some fresh calamari chasing the illusive “big red” snapper. He likes going hard during the week and in complete reversal getting out on the water, a country drive or just crusing at home spending time with his family.
Big Dream
“ Chasing any large fish in the Maldives “ and celabrating the victory, barbeque fired up, beer in hand and the sunset on the horizon!
