An Eye For Detail.

Previously a special operations member at Australia's notorious Long Bay Prison, and a senior manager with the Australian Federal Police' Counter Terrorism Unit, Steve Rutherford’s background has been as diverse as the images he captures.

There is no doubt that anyone with this past has seen both the best and the worst that humanity can be. Steve uses this experience when adding his own unique perspective to the world. Such a perspective can expose the true story behind a corporate advertising campaign, the splendor of a deserted tropical beach, or the age and mystique of an ancient canyon. Australian Landscape Photographer Steve Rutherford is highly recognized as a leading and trusted professional, by the photographic industry throughout Australia, New Zealand, and the United States.

STEVE RUTHERFORD - Award Winning Master Landscape Photographer
STEVE RUTHERFORD - Award Winning Master Landscape Photographer
STEVE RUTHERFORD - Award Winning Master Landscape Photographer

The Master Photographer.

AAIPP | MPhotog NZIPP

72 Awards in 3 Countries.

Australian Landscape Photographer Steve Rutherford has a growing list of national and international photographic awards. Committed to excellence in photography and the highest in print and artwork presentation standards, Steve’s work is recognized by some of the world’s most respected authorities in the photographic industry worldwide.

STEVE RUTHERFORD - Award Winning Master Landscape Photographer
2017 – 2 X INTERNATIONAL AWARDS

PPA – 2 x Showcase (Silver) Merit

2014 – 1 X INTERNATIONAL AWARDS

PPA – 1 x Showcase (Silver) Merit

2013 – 13 X INTERNATIONAL AWARDS

NZIPP – ”Master of Photography” – Qualification Status
NZIPP – 8 x Bronze Medals
EPA – 4 x Bronze Medals

2012 – 2 X INTERNATIONAL AWARDS

AIPP – 1 x Silver Medal
AIPP – 1 x Silver Distinction Medal

2011 – 3 X INTERNATIONAL AWARDS

AIPP – ”Associate” of AIPP – Qualification Status
AIPP – 1 x Silver Distinction Medal
AIPP – 1 x Silver Medal

2010 – 17 X INTERNATIONAL AWARDS

IAA – 4 x Silver Medals
IAA – 1 x Bronze Medal
NZIPP – “Associate” of NZIPP – Qualification Status
NZIPP – 2010 Overseas Photographer of the Year – Runner up
NZIPP – 4 x Silver Medals – Landscape Category
NZIPP – 3 x Bronze Medals – Creative Category
PPA – 2 x Showcase (Silver) Merits
AIPP – 1 x Silver Distinction Medal
AIPP – 1 x Silver Medal

2009 – 18 X INTERNATIONAL AWARDS

IAA – Finalist – Overall Top 5 Worldwide Placing – Landscape Category
IAA – 3 x Silver Medals – Landscape Category
IAA – 3 x Bronze Medals – Portrait Category
PPA – 4 x Showcase (Silver) Merits
QPPA – 2 x Silver Medals – Documentary Category
QPPA – 4 x Silver Medals – Landscape
ATP – 2 x Nominations – Art and Landscape Categories

2006 - 2008 – 16 X INTERNATIONAL AWARDS

A Glimpse into the Artists Gallery.

Of both Australian and New Zealand heritage, Steve Rutherford travels the world looking to "Capture the Planet" and record the people, places and things that love, inspire and teach us all the importance of such memories.

Australian Landscape Photographer STEVE RUTHERFORD

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