For over 15 years, Michelle Grace Hunder has built one of the most distinctive careers in music photography, capturing everyone from emerging artists to global stars while helping shape the visual identity of Australian hip-hop. An ARIA Award-winning photographer and official Nikon Creator based in Melbourne, Michelle's work has appeared on the covers of Rolling Stone and NME, and she's toured internationally with artists like RUEL, while also photographing productions including Moulin Rouge! and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. However, what really sets Michelle apart is her unwavering commitment to the people standing in front of her camera, ensuring that they're represented with honesty, creativity, and heart.

On today's bonus episode, we explore what continues to drive her photography, how she's constantly reinventing herself as an artist, and why mentoring the next generation has become such an important part of her work. Whether you're a photographer, a music fan, or simply someone inspired by people who continually push themselves to evolve, Michelle's story is one that will absolutely leave you inspired.

Be sure to follow Michelle on Instagram @michelleghunder. Also, examples of her light painting that we discussed across this episode can be viewed in this gallery via Rolling Stone.