Tom Putt Photo

10/05/2026

Divine Silence, Sweden

09/05/2026

The creation of an image is a long and often quiet process. But the most significant part of the journey isn't the capture; it's the placement.

This is a behind-the-scenes look that I rarely share: the final, nerve-wracking, yet incredibly rewarding act of installation. That’s me, Tom, on the right, putting the finishing touches on a massive, framed aerial print from my beach collection. This particular installation was in a stunning, light-filled home, but the scale and placement presented a challenge. Getting that last, level adjustment, ensuring the lighting hits it just right, and seeing it transform a space—that’s the true "creation" of a piece of art.

I wanted to hang this image above a crucial sight line, an 'anchor' for the entire open-plan area. The process is a careful ballet of measurement, heavy lifting, and micro-adjustments. There is a tangible tension in the air until the bubbles in the levels are centered and we can step back. That moment of pause, when you see a blank wall become a gateway to another world—that’s what makes all the long mornings, cold fingers, and heavy equipment worthwhile.

An image on a screen is temporary; it lives for a few seconds before we swipe. An image on a canvas or under archival glass is permanent; it becomes part of the history of a home. We spend so much of our time looking down at our phones. A correctly hung, beautiful piece of art encourages us to look up. It anchors us in the present moment, creating a mental and emotional boundary. Seeing this massive aerial scene come to life in a living space reminds me that art is not just a decoration; it's a window.

This is why I spend as much care selecting frames and guiding installations as I do on the photography itself. I want our art to feel like a natural extension of your life.

Image: McCrae Swimmers, Mornington Peninsula, Vic

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08/05/2026

From my collection, this is: "Sacred Serenity, Sweden"

08/05/2026

Thanks for having fun in the Gallery Becky!

07/05/2026

06/05/2026

It’s Autumn in the gallery! Part 1 of my installation 🍁🍂 come in to see it for yourself and have a slowmo leaf throwing video!!

05/05/2026

Here is a question I think about often: Does art change your mood, or does it reflect it?

When I look at Snow Dogs, Sweden, I notice it does something different depending on the day.

Tell me below. Does your view change the art, or does the art change you?

05/05/2026

You don’t need to fly to overseas to find a world-class landscape. In fact, some of the most profound images I’ve ever captured were taken within a twenty minute drive of my front door.

There is a persistent myth in photography that "epic" is a synonym for "far away."

We scroll through Instagram and see the Dolomites or the Faroe Islands and think, If only I were there, I’d finally take a great photo. But great photography isn't about the destination; it’s about intimacy.

A few years back, I was stuck at home during a rainy week on the Mornington Peninsula. I was restless, grumpy, and convinced there was nothing left to shoot. I decided to go for a walk—no camera, just my boots and a raincoat. I wandered down a track I’d passed a thousand times. Because I wasn't looking for the "iconic" shot, I started seeing the small things: the way the tea-tree twisted against the grey sky, the specific pattern of foam on a local rockpool, the way the light filtered through a gap in the scrub.

When you know a place deeply, you know its moods. You know exactly where the sun hits at 4:30 PM in mid-winter. You know which paddock turns into a misty dreamscape after a heavy frost. That "backyard" knowledge allows you to move past the postcard shot and start creating something deeply personal. You aren't a tourist anymore; you’re a witness.

Image Jetty Mist, Safety Beach, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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04/05/2026

Hi, I’m Mary - Tom Putt Gallery Manager. I help your house become a home, your office productive, your bedroom peaceful, your lounge a place to belong and your entrance inviting.

A home without artwork feels a bit empy, like it’s still waiting for its personality to move in.

If I’ve chatted to you in the gallery, on the phone or helped you design your space - let me know below 🙂