Howdy! I’m Christian. I’m an advertising photographer and director based in the mountains near Vancouver, BC.
I specialize in lifestyle and brand storytelling, with a focus on real people. I’ve collaborated with global brands and grassroots organizations alike to create work that feels honest, emotional, and lived-in.
My approach blends curiosity, empathy, and a deep respect for the lives I’m invited into. I’m drawn to the scrappy, the surprising, and the quietly remarkable – the things that don’t usually take the spotlight, but should.
I love making things. With my hands, with my head, and with people who are excited to do the same. If you’re making something meaningful, telling a story worth sharing, or simply want to collaborate, I’d love to hear about it.
Reach me at info@christiantisdale.com.
I’m based in Canada but am frequently commissioned for projects abroad. US work visa holder.
TESTIMONIALS
The commercial work I’ve been fortunate enough to create with Christian over the last 3 years has been by far the most authentic and beautifully shot campaign of my 25 years in advertising. From his commitment to casting, to his easygoing approach on set, he has a way of getting those often-elusive moments of truth and humanity out of real people that are sorely lacking in today’s brand work.
Jed Churcher, Executive Creative Director, Library Collective (Former Publicis, JWT, DDB)
I had the pleasure of working with Christian on a TikTok Small Business project, capturing nine individuals across the USA. Christian transformed everyday small business owners and their spaces into a textured, raw expression of them as people. He created a connection with each of the subjects, and captured their personalities beneath, creating a truly emotive and authentic result.
Louise McQuat, Group Creative Director, Akcelo
Christian really is the embodiment of a truly talented, top level lifestyle photographer. He puts the same level of intention and nuance behind every click of the shutter as the professionalism he brings during production. From a production company standpoint, it’s always a bonus when our creative partners not only bring top level artistry to the job, but also top level process and communication."
Mike Goldstein, Director, EP, ThinkingBox Films