Our story
Four decades of portraits
Exclusive Photography was founded by Shane Monopoli in Melbourne in 1985 and has been an industry leader ever since, now with award-winning studios in Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.
Every session is a professional studio experience: state-of-the-art cameras and lighting, industry-leading hair and make-up artists, professional retouching and, of course, our award-winning photographers. You see your photos the same day, finished to the highest standard.
We specialise in boudoir and glamour, family and children, couples, men's portraits, headshots and modelling portfolios.
Awards
Recognised in Australia and around the world
Our photographers have won numerous Australian and international awards, including multiple AIPP Australian Portrait Photographer of the Year titles and Gold distinctions at the APPA Awards.
- 2019 1st Place, AIPP Australian Portrait Photographer of the Year
- 2018 2nd Place, AIPP Australian Portrait Photographer of the Year
- 2017 2nd Place, AIPP Australian Portrait Photographer of the Year
- 2016 AIPP Victorian Portrait Photographer of the Year
- 2014 2nd in the world, Illustrative Photography, WPPI Las Vegas
Five-star reviews
"I have never felt so beautiful"
I was pampered on arrival having my hair and make-up done with a glass of champagne in hand… I absolutely adore them and I cannot thank the team enough for my experience and my stunning photos.
I was so nervous going in as a plus size girly but everyone at every step was beyond supportive and encouraging… It was a complete 10/10 experience.
Champagne on arrival with a sweet greeting… I have the most amazing pictures where I am struggling to recognise myself. You are definitely in safe hands here.