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Erin Lee – Photography & Visual Storytelling Mentor
Erin Lee
Art Mentor Photography & Visual Storytelling Mento
Erin Lee is a New Zealand-born, Melbourne-based photographer whose work explores the intersection of identity, place and storytelling. With a background in both commercial and fine-art photography, she brings an international perspective shaped by years working across New York, Mexico City and Australia. Erin’s images are intimate, thoughtful and grounded in authentic human connection.
Art Specialties
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Documentary and Portrait Photography
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Visual Storytelling Through Image and Place
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Photographic Publishing and Handmade Book Artistry
Skills & Teaching Focus
Erin brings a rich international photographic practice and mentoring aptitude, guiding participants in:
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Constructing compelling narratives through portrait, environment & storytelling practices
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Learning technical and conceptual photography skills
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Learning technical post-production skills using Adobe - Photoshop & Lightroom. Learn to edit your photos like a professional.
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Taking your interest in photography to become a professional practice
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Preparing photographic work for exhibitions, publications and online portfolios
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Applying for photography grants and competitions
Experience & Background
Erin Lee is a portrait and documentary photographer from Aotearoa | New Zealand, currently based in Melbourne. Her work spans commercial and artistic projects, and she has an extensive teaching practice in photographic education. Erin has a Masters Degree in Photography, has lived and worked in New York, Mexico City and Melbourne, bringing a global perspective to her mentoring practice.
Working With Diverse Abilities
Erin creates an inclusive studio and mentoring environment that responds to participants of all backgrounds. She adapts her teaching to diverse skill-levels, cultural contexts and creative goals, supporting each individual to develop their voice in photographic storytelling.
Mentor Approach & Philosophy
Erin teaches at Melbourne's leading tertiary institutes for art and design, and has led photography and photobook workshops across New Zealand, Australia, and Mexico. Experienced in working with students of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, Erin’s teaching can focus on both creative art practice and technical photographic skills — reflecting her own practice, which bridges both worlds.
