I’m a photographer and director with a deep love for visual storytelling and bringing ideas to life — from documenting raw subcultures to producing polished campaigns for global brands.

My journey began at 16 when I left school to study photography full-time — a decision driven purely by passion. Early on, I merged my background in blading with photography, capturing the energy of the scene around me. What started as shooting friends quickly turned into published features, international travel, and working with top professionals in the action sports world. I even launched my own print magazine to champion the work and culture I loved.
Since then, I’ve relocated to Sydney and taken on the role of head photographer at a production company, leading creative direction, developing lighting setups for clients, and mentoring photographers and digital operators to raise the bar with every shoot.
On the freelance side, I’ve produced commercial work for brands like Ford, Subaru, Volkswagen, and Audi — directing and shooting campaigns with a strong eye for storytelling and craft. I'm also part of the stills.com stock library, with images licensed globally and featured everywhere from ad campaigns to Times Square billboards.
Whether it’s collaborating on a creative concept, developing a visual identity, or bringing energy to set, I’m all about honest collaboration, smart execution, and making great work with good people.

Contact - adam@adamkola.com

Licensing - licensing@stills.com