Who is Andy?

I have a real passion for Adventure, self-sufficiency, innovation and Exploring Wild places.

I have created a video in my on-line courses giving you a better look into how I got to where I am now and the challenges I faced along the way.

​I grew up in a small coastal town called Airlie Beach in North QLD, Australia.  My free time was spend exploring creeks, beaches and the hills around me.  I didn't have a father figure in my life so I became very resilient at a young age and taught myself many bush and life skills.

​At the age of about 12, I made my first couple of black and white films.  (Yes colour tv was everywhere, but I only had a B&W camera.)  My brother and I would make small movie sets and film miniature disasters, to a captivated an audience of one, our mother.

Over the years growing up, out family had many challenges, so far they have made us all stronger.  I couldn't have asked for a better role model in life, she is kind, generous and determined.

Expressing myself through video making was always something I tinkered with, all through high school and into University, although back then it was not part of any classes or programs and all done from home.

I completed a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, and worked in the field a number of years, earning enough money to build my own house.

It was my mothers adventurous spirit that formed me into the film maker / Youtube Vlogger / capable outdoorsman I am today.  A single mother that would take one or two of her sons on trips around Australia in a 4x4 and camper trailer as well as flying over seas to expand our cultural experiences.

​I started my Youtube career in 2013 with 0 subscribers.  In the first year I gained 1500 Subs.  Then in 2014 my channel grew to 6000 Subs.... until today!

​Making videos and getting those shots that no one else has is an ongoing passion and a challenge I like to give myself.  I'm also always trying to improve my craft.

If you want to learn from me, consider joining the AF Insider Community and or taking some of my on-line courses.