About David Chong
David Chong: Photographer, Educator, and Visionary Business Coach
David Chong is more than a professional photographer — he is the visionary founder and director of PerthPhotography.com and PerthPortraitPhotography.com. Based in the vibrant city of Perth, Western Australia, David has spent nearly two decades capturing meaningful moments while building a reputation as a leader and mentor within the photography community. Today, he is also a sought-after business coach, guiding aspiring photographers toward sustainable careers.
With over 18 years of success running his own photography businesses, David has mentored countless assistants and students, helping them turn creative passion into professional livelihood. His coaching now focuses on strategic development for photographers — whether they’re just starting out or looking to elevate their skills and income to the next level.
David’s path into photography was a purposeful pivot from the corporate world. Holding a Marketing degree from the University of Western Australia, he spent three years in business before deciding to pursue his true calling. Within a year, he had transitioned fully into photography — building a thriving business and living the creative life he envisioned.
Throughout his career, David identified a crucial gap in traditional photography education. Many emerging photographers, despite their technical talent, lacked the business acumen and strategic mindset needed to succeed — resulting in missed opportunities, burnout, and abandoned dreams.
Determined to bridge that gap, David developed a specialized coaching program grounded in real-world experience. His training offers a complete roadmap for aspiring photographers — covering everything from psychological readiness and business setup to branding, technical refinement, marketing strategies, and long-term planning.
The program spans 4 weeks to 6 months, offering tailored guidance for launching or restructuring a photography business. Sessions are delivered either face-to-face or online, via one-on-one mentoring with David and supported by a proprietary digital system built exclusively for his students.
For those seeking proof of impact, the website features case studies and testimonials from past students who have successfully launched photography businesses of their own.
David Chong’s mission goes beyond taking great photos. He is deeply committed to helping others build lasting careers in photography — empowering them with the mindset, skills, and systems needed to thrive in an ever-changing industry.
Some of his work:
🌐 Websites
• www.PerthPhotography.com
• www.PerthPortraitPhotography.com
• www.DavidChong.com
📸 Instagram
• @perthphotography
• @perthportraitphotography
• @portraitphotographyperth
📷 Sample Galleries
• Family Photography
• Event Photography
• Real Estate Photography
• Wildlife & Nature
• GuruShots Gallery
🔗 LinkedIn
• Connect on LinkedIn
📰 Google Profile
• Recent Highlights & Reviews