Darian Woods

Cinematographer / Drone Op / Gimbal Op

Welcome to my website!

My work sits where adventure meets the ocean and beyond. I’m drawn to the ever-changing energy of nature, the calm before a swell, the power of a storm, the golden light that hits the mountains at first or last light. Whether I’m shooting from the surf, underwater, in the air, or along the coast, I’m always chasing those moments that capture what it feels like to really be there.

Based on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, I blend photography and cinematography to tell stories about connection between people, the ocean, and the landscapes that shape us. From underwater shoots and ocean dives to remote coastlines and mountain trails, my work is about exploring the world with curiosity and respect and having fun in the process.

Through Surf 2 Summit Media, I aim to create imagery and films that inspire people to get outside, slow down, and reconnect with the natural world reminding us just how fragile and beautiful it really is.

If you are in need of something, let’s have a chat and make your vision come to life.

Equipment

Camera

  • Sony FX6

  • Sony A1

  • Sony A7iv

  • Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8

  • Sony 16-35mm f/4

  • Sony 24-70mm f/2.8

  • Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8

  • Sony 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3

  • Zeiss Contax 28, 35, 50, 85, 135

  • PL-E Adapter

  • EF-E Adapter

Lighting

  • 1 x Nanlite 720B

  • 1 x Aputure 600d

  • 1 x Godox 600BI

  • 1 x Godox 300R

  • 1 x Apurture Amaran 200X

  • 2 x Nanlite Pavotubes 30C (with underwater housings)

  • 2 x Aputure MC’s

Audio

  • Sennheiser AVX Lapel kit

  • Sennheiser G3 Lapel kit

  • Sennheiser MKE600 Shotgun Mic

  • Zoom H5 Recorder

  • Mic Boom

  • Rode Blimp

All gear is available for hire. Please inquire for any specific needs.

Misc

  • Salty Surf Underwater Housing for Sony FX6 with client monitor tether cable

  • Salty Surf Housing for DJI Transmission

  • A7IV Dive Housing

  • A1 Dive Housing

  • 3ft Magic Carpet Slider

  • 2 stage carbon Miller tripod with Compass 15 head

  • DJI RS4

  • Tilta Advanced Ring

  • MOVMAX Razor Tracking Arm with gimbal control

  • DJI Avata 2

  • DJI Mavic Mini 5 Pro

  • DJI Mavic 4 Pro

  • SmallHD Indie 7 Monitor

  • SmallHD Cine 5 Monitor

  • Atomos Ninja V+ Monitor

  • OSEE 15” Client Monitor

  • ADICAM Camera Cart

  • Accsoon CineView SE Wireless Video Link

  • DJI SDR Wireless Video Link

  • DJI Transmission Wireless Video Link

  • Vaxis 500+ Wireless Video Link

  • 3 x Uniden CB Radios

  • 3 x EarTec Comm Set

  • Tilta Nucleus Nano 2

  • Teradek RT Follow Focus with 2 x Motor.X Motors

  • 16” M2 MacBook Pro 32GB Ram