Meet Your Teacher
I’ll show you how to get better and more creative at photography!
Hi, I’m Seng Mah — photographer, educator, traveler, and the heart behind Venture Photography Workshops and Tours.
I believe photography is more than just mastering settings or composing a shot. It’s about connection. It’s about those quiet, powerful moments when the camera helps you tell someone’s story, feel the soul of a landscape, or experience real joy in the creative process.
Since 2009, I’ve been guiding photographers of all levels to build confidence with their cameras, see the world with fresh eyes, and create images that resonate deeply. Whether you’re capturing the subtle play of light in a familiar place or the vibrant energy of a new culture, my goal is to help you tell heartfelt stories through your photography.
Through hands-on workshops in Perth and immersive photography tours to off-the-beaten-track destinations, I offer experiences that blend technical learning with creative exploration.
Let’s delve into the art and craft of photography, fostering skills that go beyond the lens!
More about me
I love bringing people together through photography. Over the years, I’ve created and run a bunch of community-focused events and organisations like PhotoExpose WA, the Photo Inspo Festivals, Landscape and Portrait Inspiration Weekends, and the Fremantle Centre for Creative Photography. I’ve also had the chance to work with great organisations like FotoFreo, the Fremantle International Portrait Prize, CanTeen, and Propel Youth Arts.
I’m a member of Pro Photography Western Australia (PPWA) — the professional body for WA photographers — and I help organise events for our members to connect, share, and grow.
I’m also a qualified photography judge and often invited to judge competitions and exhibitions across the country. Over the years, I’ve been lucky enough to receive a few awards too, including:
– WA Documentary Professional Photographer of the Year
– Travel Photographer of the Year at the Ilford Orloff Awards
– The President’s Award for Excellence in Photographic Judging
For more information about my awards and exhibitions, look here.