My interest in photography started early, learning alongside my father with his old analogue Zenit camera. What began as curiosity quickly turned into something more — a way to notice detail, capture moments, and find meaning in everyday scenes.

After completing a formal photography qualification in Europe and spending time capturing Sydney’s energy and culture, I moved into event photography, where storytelling through images became the focus.

Over the past eight years, I’ve worked across corporate events, conferences, and private celebrations, building a strong understanding of what makes a great image — authenticity, timing, and attention to detail.

I founded YEP in 2018 as a boutique photography and videography agency, focused on delivering clean, consistent, and thoughtful visual coverage. We work closely with our clients, blending into the environment and capturing moments as they naturally unfold, whether it’s a corporate function, gala, or brand event.

Leaving the corporate world at 30, I shifted from boardrooms to events, trading routine for something far more dynamic. Today, I focus on documenting people, atmosphere, and connection in a way that feels real and lasting.

Every project is more than just coverage — it’s about capturing something meaningful and delivering it with clarity and intent.

If you’re planning an event, campaign, or shoot, I’d be glad to help bring it together.

Ilya Shirshov
YEP Photography