Karen Wheatland

Karen Wheatland Karen Wheatland Photographer. Firstly, I would like to let you know that most people call me Kaz. A very successful re-inventor you could say. Kaz X

I love being creative and I especially love getting behind a lens to capture what I see through my own eyes. I have had a career at sea of over 20 years and have travelled the coast of Australia on merchant ships, fishing boats and pearling vessels. I have worked under the water as a pearl diver, on boats as a captain, engineer, cook, and deckhand. I have worked in State and Federal Government, se

rving currently in Local Government and have done a whole range of other jobs. I guess the constant thing in my life is the way I view the world. My vision is unique, and it's fair to say that I look at everything as if it were a photograph. I studied at Curtin University and obtained my Bachelor of Arts (Photography & Illustration), and I also have a commercial drone operator’s license, expanding my ability and my range of sight. This is the start of my own journey into business, and I thank you for taking the time to consider working with me to capture your moment, your project, your staff, or even your loved ones. You won’t be disappointed! Contact me for prices. I can make a package to suit any budget.

**NOTE ** The images on this page are subject to copyright held by Seagal Media. Do not copy, save, print, use or deal with them in any way without the express, written permission of Karen Wheatland.

Home after an incredible break in Italy and Serbia. On a journey that took me to incredible places and meeting the most ...
24/08/2025

Home after an incredible break in Italy and Serbia. On a journey that took me to incredible places and meeting the most amazing humans. Like this il signor in Pompeii. Serving me an early morning cafe latte before my tour of the ruins. Amazing service and just walking away with a smile on my face changed my day! Grazie!

Pompeii.A city where time stopped, but the stories remain.Walking these ancient streets, you can feel the lives that onc...
19/08/2025

Pompeii.

A city where time stopped, but the stories remain.

Walking these ancient streets, you can feel the lives that once filled them. Every stone, every path still carries their voices - all under the watchful eye of Mt Vesuvius.

It’s a stark reminder of how quickly life can change.

But Pompeii is more than history. It’s a lesson in resilience. Even in tragedy, what lingers are the marks of community, connection and spirit.

Leadership today is no different. We’re custodians of our time - knowing tomorrow may shift in ways we can’t predict, but trusting that the stories we create will live on.

04/07/2025

I was in the room when Anne Webster MP gave that speech.
I heard the words — and I watched people walk out.
Questioning the significance of sacred Country… saying rock art “can’t be seen with the naked eye”... implying that no artefacts means no culture?

That’s not respectful. That’s not leadership.

As someone in local government, I want to be absolutely clear: Dr Webster does not speak for me.

Now she’s claiming that delegates all over Australia have reached out to say they support her.

Well — here’s me saying: Not in our name.

If you’re in local government and you felt it too, I invite you to say so.

Respect for Country and community should never be up for debate.

🖤

Broome, 1997.I’d just passed my pearl diver induction — and back then, not many did.Even fewer of us were women.I was do...
01/07/2025

Broome, 1997.
I’d just passed my pearl diver induction — and back then, not many did.
Even fewer of us were women.

I was doing ops diving off the Pas 3 at 80 Mile Beach.
Karina was drifting, Tracey was turning, Larni diving and later Deb dump
Diving - all in Broome.
And my best mate Glassie?
She was out at Flying Foam Passage, drifting for shell.

It was a tough gig.
This photo — I was so fricken proud.
But I was also thinking s**t, what have I just signed up for?
Next stop: diving at 80 Mile Beach.

🎙️ Pilot Episode 3 of I Am Karen dives into this moment.

Going from Broome to Tassie, where 2 incredulous opportunities collided! I had to make a choice!

Met David Speers from Insiders ABC today. Told him I was the one in the red coat with the PM on the cray boat and you co...
27/06/2025

Met David Speers from Insiders ABC today. Told him I was the one in the red coat with the PM on the cray boat and you could see the penny drop.

I’ve been in the Insiders intro since before the writs were even issued and the only candidate featured. That visit to the cray co-op wasn’t just a photo op. It’s part of who I am.

I worked in the fishing industry for 8 years. My brother was in it for over a decade before that. I’ve lived the life - not just stood beside it for a camera.

Shame the industry didn’t back someone who actually knows it from the inside.

But I’m still here.

My story hasn’t changed and I am not going anywhere!

Almost one year ago, local government leaders at the Australian Local Government Association General Assembly had the pr...
25/06/2025

Almost one year ago, local government leaders at the Australian Local Government Association General Assembly had the privilege of hearing from our newly appointed Governor General, Sam Mostyn AM - in her very first official address.

Yesterday, we heard from her again — and wow.

Kindness. Compassion. Empathy. Strength through service.

That’s what leadership looks like.

I’ve taken a few well-known selfies this past year… but this one?
Hands down, my favourite. 💜

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