Outdoor Portrait &
Adventure Branding
Photography
for people who live and play in the great outdoors
Nanaimo, Vancouver Island & Beyond
Authentic, Natural, Adventurous
Based in Nanaimo, BC, I create adventurous, story-driven photography for outdoor brands, creatives, couples, and individuals who feel most at home outdoors.
Photography featured in publications including FOLKLIFE Magazine, Canadian Wildlife, and Qathet Living
Advanced Certified Drone Pilot
10+ years exploring and photographing Vancouver Island
Trusted by outdoor brands, musicians, creatives & adventurous people across BC
Local Knowledge. Real Adventure. Professional Experience.
Brand Partnerships and Clients
Wild Portrait Sessions
Show Off Your Wild Side!
This isn’t just a photoshoot
Wild Portrait Sessions are natural, adventurous, authentic experiences captured in the forests, beaches, and wild spaces of Vancouver Island. Perfect for anyone who wants images that feel real and deeply connected to nature.
If you feel at home in the great outdoors, you’re in the right place!
Meet Dylan
I’m a Vancouver Island photographer, storyteller, and outdoor enthusiast who helps adventurous people feel comfortable, confident, and genuinely themselves in front of the camera.
Just like you, I feel most at home outside. Whether you hike, kayak, mountain bike, rock climb, or wander barefoot through the forest foraging mushrooms, I create photography that reflects your connection to the outdoors in an authentic and natural way.
From wild coastlines and mountain trails to meaningful portraits rooted in real experience, my goal is always the same: to create imagery that feels honest, adventurous, and uniquely you.
If you want photos that capture your wild side, you’re in the right place.
Recent Blog Posts
Discover photography tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and in-depth guides on outdoor adventures, including rock climbing, gold panning, and historical locations.
Print Shop
Transform your space with breathtaking fine art prints that capture the beauty of nature, adventure, and timeless landscapes. From misty mountain ranges to golden coastal sunsets, each piece is meticulously crafted to bring depth, emotion, and artistry into your home or office. Printed on premium materials with exceptional detail, these prints are perfect for collectors, nature lovers, and interior designers alike. Shop now and find the perfect piece to inspire your space.
“Rising above the forest near South Wellington, the headframe at Morden Colliery is one of the last visible relics of Vancouver Island’s coal mining era. In this post, Vancouver Island photographer Dylan Phillips explores the history of the mine, the tragedy that struck here in 1912, and his own connection to one of the island’s most haunting industrial landmarks.”