Born in Townsville, Australia Christopher Tovo’s fascination with photography began early, inspired by his Italian father, Peter Tovo — a photographer trained in Italy under Fornasa Tarcisiso. Surrounded by his father’s cameras, Christopher developed a curiosity that led him from street photography into a lifelong career behind the lens.
Christopher’s collaborations with brands and campaigns consistently reflect his commitment to social and racial equality, mental health advocacy, and cultural inclusion. His work has extended beyond commercial success to amplify cultural narrative change, from the Yes Vote campaign to creating visual narratives that amplify underrepresented voices. This intersection of artistry and social responsibility positions him as both a world-class content creator and a mentor who can guide students and brands in aligning creativity with impact.
Christopher’s commercial portfolio is vast and celebrated. He has worked with clients including Disney, Rolling Stone, Nike, The Australian Ballet, Coca-Cola, Foxtel, Universal Records, Levi’s, Vodafone, Jack Daniels, The Australian Defence Force, Canon, Commonwealth Bank, Ford, Qantas, Holden, Uber Eats, and Adidas. Along the way, his lens has captured portraits of global icons such as Cher, Sacha Baron Cohen, Paris Hilton, Kendall and Kris Jenner, Jason Alexander, Serena Williams, Tom Felton, Novak Djokovic, and Rafael Nadal.
His artistry has been recognised internationally, with features in Australian Photography Magazine, invitations to speak at educational institutions, and a host of accolades including two Grand Clios, a Gold Lion at Cannes, a Gold Pencil at the One Show Awards, and Capture Magazine’s Fashion and Travel Photographer of the Year. He has been a finalist in the National Portrait Prize and was commissioned by the Vatican to photograph Pope John Paul II.
Expanding into directing, Christopher made his debut with The Tradesman Series, earning acclaim at the One Show Awards in New York and on the global film festival circuit. Recently ranked Australia’s #1 black-and-white photographer by EYE ONE LAND, he continues to merge photography and storytelling with a pursuit of excellence that is both timeless and contemporary.
Book Christopher for:
Keynote Talks & Panels — Sharing insights on photography, film, storytelling, and the role of creativity in shaping culture.
Mentorship Sessions — Guiding students, emerging creatives, and professionals on freelancing, creative enterprise, and building sustainable careers.
Brand & Campaign Consultation — Advising organisations on authentic storytelling, inclusion, and purpose-driven campaigns.
Creative Collaborations — Partnering with brands, institutions, and cultural organisations on projects that reflect equality, mental health, and First Nations inclusion.