Michael Thomas Sport Photography

For me, sport has always been about more than the results.

Across my life I've participated in a wide range of sports including soccer, athletics, martial arts, rock climbing, mountain biking and ultra-running. Sporting pursuits have created opportunities for me to travel, spend time with like-minded people and enjoy the outdoors. They have also given me many unforgettable experiences.

I know that across the many fields of play, athletes, coaches, volunteers, families and communities are working together to create those same memories. My photography is driven by a desire to tell those stories.

Based in South-east Queensland, I work with athletes, teams, sporting organisations and event partners to create visual content that celebrates achievement, engages audiences and builds connections through sport.

My experience ranges from local community events through to national and international championships, including work with Queensland Athletics, UniSport Australia, Australian Athletics and New Zealand Athletics. I'm also a member of the International Sports Press Association (AIPS) and a contributor to SOPA Images.

Whether I'm documenting a championship final, creating athlete content or capturing the people behind an event, my focus remains the same: creating imagery that reflects the passion, commitment and human stories that make sport matter.

Whether you're planning an event, profiling athletes or looking to share the stories behind performance, I'd love to hear about your project.