ABOUT
Forever the sentimentalist, I see meaning in moments most would over look.Â
Photography is one of the greatest gifts we have ever received and photos are the only things in our lives that will never change or fade away.
To find your true self in photography and allow it bring a slower and more purposeful path to your life.
hey there, friend!
I'm Chantel McAlister
PRO PHOTOGRAPHER + POSING COACH
A pro photographer with 13 years of experience, a selfie aficionado and a mum who gets it - because I've been there.
I know what it’s like to hate how you look in photos, to hide behind the camera, to cringe when someone tags you. But here’s the thing: your body is not the problem—your angles are.
One viral reel changed everything for me.
I shared a simple posing tip for everyday women, and suddenly, millions of women were telling me the same thing: “I had no idea this was even a thing!” That’s when I realised something huge—there’s plenty of posing advice out there for models and photographers, but nothing for the women who actually need it. The ones navigating life, balancing responsibilities, and just wanting to feel good in a damn photo.
So, I pivoted. Now, I help everyday women feel confident in photos—not by changing their bodies, but by teaching them how to pose for the ones they have. I give you ridiculously simple, professional photographer-approved tips that make you look instantly better in photos, because you deserve to be in them.
Oh, and if you’re a beginner photographer? I’ve got your back too. With online courses and resources, I teach you how to take stunning, flattering photos—whether you’re behind the camera or in front of it.
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I'm not just a photographer...
who understands lighting, angles, and body positioning—I’m a 41-year-old mum who knows what it’s like to watch your body change, struggle with self-confidence, and avoid photos entirely. I also know what it’s like to get that confidence back. And now, I’m here to help you do the same.
Since 2016, I’ve taught in-person workshops and retreats across Australia, helping women and photographers build their confidence behind and in front of the camera. I’ve also been a keynote speaker at industry events, sharing my expertise on capturing and creating powerful images.
My work has been featured in RM Williams Outback Magazine, Graziher, QLD Country Life, Bush Journal, ABC Australia, and by Canon Australia. It has also been published in books—just to name a few. I’ve taught over 2,000 photographers globally and built a community of 215,000+ women on Instagram who are learning to love themselves in photos again.
2000+
PHOTOGRAPHERS TAUGHT ACROSS THE GLOBE
YEARS AS A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER
13
ESTABLISHED ASÂ A PHOTOGRAPHY COACH SINCE
2016
Ready to get started?
Start with my $5 Selfie Love Posing Guide—packed with game-changing tips that will make you feel instantly more confident in front of the lens.
Because you deserve to be seen. Your life deserves to be documented. And I’m here to make sure you feel amazing while you do it.
Pro posing guides for everyday women
A library of posing guides and masterclasses for everyday women who want to master looking and feeling their best in photos.
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Learn to shoot and edit like a pro
Online video courses and supporting workbooks designed specifically for beginner photographers.Â
Learn at your own pace in the comfort of your own home.Â
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Photographers Downloadable ResourcesÂ
Instant access to downloadable resources for beginner photographers
- Ebooks
- Camera Settings Cheat Sheets
- Camera Buying Guide
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