At Urban Ripples, we are dedicated to crafting compelling visual stories that resonate deeply with audiences and inspire meaningful change. Founded by award-winning photographer, producer, and director Tim Elwin, our company specialises in creating impactful documentaries and visual content that explore profound themes and challenge societal norms.

Our work is driven by a commitment to authenticity, excellence, and a passion for storytelling. We believe that every story has the power to create ripples of change, and we strive to amplify voices and perspectives that are often underrepresented.

Our Mission

We aim to illuminate the human experience through powerful narratives, focusing on themes of resilience, well-being, and social justice. Our goal is to provoke thought, inspire action, and foster a deeper understanding of the world around us.

Our Vision

To be a leading production company known for our innovative approach to storytelling and our dedication to making a positive impact on society.

Our Work

Urban Ripples has produced a range of acclaimed documentaries and visual projects. Our latest documentary, “The Definition of Happiness,” explores the complex nature of happiness and how societal pressures often lead us astray. Through this film, we aim to spark a global conversation about what it truly means to be happy.

Join Us

We invite you to explore our work and join us on our journey to create stories that matter. Whether you’re a viewer, collaborator, or supporter, your engagement helps us continue to produce content that can make a difference.

Visit our portfolio to see more of our projects and learn about the impact we’re making.

Spending months in hospitals & wheelchairs drove him (excuse the pun) to set up a social initiative called “Print For Print” which donates 50% of all his art sales to installing free biophilic fine art photography into the public hospitals. He has a goal to fill every room in every Australian public hospital with calming, inspirational art to support the mental health of patients and staff. Please support this initiative.

Awards & Accolades

• "Distressed" a short film -

  - Paris Independent Film Festival 2020 - WINNER Best Short Documentary

       - Santa Monica Short 2021 - WINNER Best International Documentary

       - Sydney Indie Short Festival 2021 - WINNER Best National Documentary

       - Oregon Short Film Festival 2021 - Award Nominee

       - Vancouver Independent Film Festival 2021 - FINALIST - Best Documentary Short

  - Independent Shorts Awards 2020 - Honourable Mention For Best Documentary Short

       - Independent Shorts Awards 2020 - Honourable Mention For Best 1st Time Director

       - Montreal Independent Film Festival 2020 - Official Selection For Best Short Documentary 

       - International Shorts Festival 2020 - Official Selection For Best Documentary Short 

       - Indie Short Fest 2021 - Official Selection For Best Documentary Short

       - Flickerfest 2021 - Official Selection

• The Mono Award 2021 - Shortlisted x 2

• Int'l Photo Awards 2021 - Honorable Mention - Fine Art

• Head On Photo Festival 2020 - Associate Exhibitor

• Int'l Photo Awards 2020 - Honorable Mention - Fine Art & Editorial

• Surf Visuals 2020 - TOP 50 Surf Photographers

• Capture Magazine 2020 - Top Emerging Landscape Photographers (Australasia) 

• Australian Professional Photography Awards 2020 - Top 25 Newcomer

• The Mono Award 2020 - Highly Recommended

• Fine Art Photography Awards 2020 - Seascape Nominee