Boat docking on a rocky beach with people stepping off near forested shore.

Shayd Johnson

Shayd Johnson is a Vancouver based commercial photographer capturing candid, human moments. Working across lifestyle, portrait, and travel, his images pair authenticity with considered composition turning the everyday into something lasting.

His work is grounded in real connection, with a focus on warmth, movement, and a strong sense of place. Whether shooting raw portraits, in-between moments around a table, or the rhythm of travel, Shayd creates space for people to feel natural in front of the camera.

View from boat window looking at misty forested shoreline.
Yellow floatplane docked on calm lake with forest reflection.
Person sitting in a canoe on calm water at sunset, holding paddle.
Man preparing food outdoors on rocky shoreline with camping gear.
Man inside a rustic cabin making coffee with window light.
Person reading a book in bed with warm light and casual setting.
Close-up of flock of sheep packed together with soft golden light.
Person standing by SUV near a river with forest in the background.
Person in canoe holding paddle, shot from low angle near water.
Fly fisher standing in shallow lake water with rod in wide open landscape.
Person walking across a fallen log bridge in dense forest
Woman in green jacket standing in forest, looking up through trees
Cozy cabin living room with patterned blanket, books, and dog resting on floor
Canvas glamping tent on wooden platform in a forest setting
Outdoor hot tub with steam in a forest setting, cozy retreat vibe
People sitting outside a modern cabin in a forest clearing, lifestyle moment
Two people in robes standing outside a small cabin in the woods
Steam rising from water at sunrise, atmospheric outdoor landscape
Two friends walking toward the water with backpacks, lifestyle travel moment
Wide landscape with hikers near a lake and mountain range in the distance
Hand holding a bottle near a jacket, outdoor lifestyle close-up
Woman relaxing in a forest campsite hammock with red sleeping bag, outdoor lifestyle scene
People lounging in sleeping bags inside a tent, camping lifestyle scene
Person lying in outdoor gear and winter jacket shielding eyes, lifestyle travel moment
Close-up of plate with pancake and syrup, breakfast food detail
Woman sitting on open tailgate feeding a dog, outdoor gear visible
Woman smiling while picking apples in an orchard with another person behind her.
People talking in a lounge setting, seated and engaged in conversation.
Two people reviewing notes and a laptop at a café or studio table.
Woman in helicopter wearing headset, looking out the window.
Close portrait of a man with mustache looking into camera, natural light
Close view of a boat cabin doorway with ropes and equipment
Fishing boats docked on calm water with reflections
Small building exterior with simple lines and pale siding, minimal composition
People standing near a small wagen and plane in a snowy dock area
Rows of fish hanging above stacked boxes, documentary food industry scene
Person in workwear preparing food in an industrial setting
Person working in a smokehouse with hanging smoked meat in frame
Woman biting into burger, candid food lifestyle moment
Chef arranging salmon slices on tray, restaurant kitchen prep
Hands grating cheese over pasta, food preparation close-up
Tray of oysters with lemon and sauce, seafood platter overhead
Bright blue storefront with people seated inside near large open windows
Close-up of sardine tin, chips, and drink on table in casual setting
Man standing in storefront wearing casual clothes, documentary lifestyle portrait
Fresh ravioli arranged on pasta sheet with hands working, handmade pasta process
Portrait of man smiling in casual jacket indoors, natural light headshot
Water splashing near a boat edge, dynamic ocean texture
People working on fishing boat hauling gear, commercial fishing scene
Fishermen pulling nets in orange rain gear on boat, commercial fishing action
Seafood and crabs covered by newspaper on table, market product detail
Worker sorting seafood in market setting, documentary food industry scene
Worker bending over crates at seafood stall with signage above, market scene
Person in bright blue jacket standing near market stalls and colorful items
Baker shaping dough on counter, hands-on food preparation
Pastry chef piping icing onto donuts on tray, bakery action shot
Rows of purple-frosted donuts on cooling rack, bakery production scene
Man drinking from a bottle near doorway, candid lifestyle moment
Colorful beehive boxes stacked outdoors with mountains in the distance.
Man standing in workshop holding tool, small business portrait