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Aileen Mae Sze

Photographer, Vancouver

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Editorial and published

The in-between, the unexpected, the perfectly imperfect moment—is why I love photography.

Published in

  • Mob Journal Volume 53 cover: a model in black mid-leap against a warm wall, headline AccentsMob Journal, Vol. 53Cover story, Accents
  • A woman in a peach dress in a field of tall grass and wildflowersMob MagazineSummertime Lounging
  • Two models framed through a circular light modifier, published in iMirage MagazineiMirage MagazineShot through a light modifier
  • A model in zebra-print jacket and sheer trousers posing on a pale blue backdrop, published in Vigour MagazineVigour MagazinePhoto and retouching by Aileen

Editorial

  • A model in black seated on the floor against pastel blurred lightStained Glass Shadow
  • Close beauty portrait with ink-like hair curls and red eye makeupWoman Like Ink
  • Portrait of a model with bold rainbow face paint and a lilac organza collarCanvas
  • Model with floral eye makeup looking over a bare shoulder among fernsEyes of Enchantment
  • Model in a sculptural black feathered headpiece and ruffled gown in a bamboo groveChef-d'oeuvre II
  • A model in denim and pink heels perched on a stool under violet lightNeon Pink Delights
  • A woman in a floral dress seated beside dried palm fans on a peach backdropNelly, Dried by Design
  • A woman's bare back painted with rainbow brushstrokes and words, wearing jeansSuol
  • A woman in a cream cheongsam jacket against a red wall with leaf shadowsLunar New Year II
  • Model in a white bodice and a pink ombre ruffled ballgownPrincess Tan's Collection
  • A model in a magenta feathered outfit and pink sunglasses under violet lightStudio editorial
  • Profile portrait of a woman with a long braid and pink eyeshadow on a peach backdropSimplicity with Tai

Fine jewellery and product

  • A turquoise mosaic cuff watch on a wood surface beside teal rosesBlissful Blues Cuff Watch
  • A ruby and diamond band resting on folds of red silkCleopatra Ruby Ring II
  • A hand wearing a slim green gemstone tennis bracelet against warm cream lightTennis Bracelet
  • A rose gold wedding band with a channel of diamonds, on whiteClassic Wedding Band
  • Hands holding an open green ring box with a ruby and diamond ringCleopatra Ruby Ring
  • A hand draped with layered gold chain necklaces against a warm orange and cream backdrop100 Ways Jewelry Necklaces
  • Orange-tinted Walter Hill AJ sunglasses in a translucent amber frame, on whiteWalter Hill Sunglasses, AJ Satsuma
  • Walter Hill Xavier sunglasses in a smoky brown frame, on whiteWalter Hill Sunglasses, Xavier
  • A woman in a black tank top wearing layered gold necklaces, seated by a pink pillowKhamisa Mimikhi
  • Three smiling women in white tops posed close together on light greyThe Zen Institute
  • Silhouettes of cocktail glassware glowing against a deep red backgroundGlassware
  • A tan leather Walter Hill card holder on whiteWalter Hill Card Holder
  • Close-up of a shoulder with a green body scrubThe Zen Institute Scrub

Hospitality and food

  • Overhead view of Chinese dishes at Shang Palace, Shangri-LaShang Palace
  • A bottle of Edenvale sparkling rosé pouring into a flute against warm lightSansorium Edenvale Wine
  • A bartender straining a yellow cocktail into a coupe glass against dark slateBeverage
  • Ibis Styles hotel room with a bright yellow and pink geometric headboardIbis Styles Macpherson
  • The dining hall at Sophia's Garden Resort with timber beams and wooden chairsSophia's Garden Resort
  • Black steel frame lines crossing a bright white event space at Whitespace ManilaWhitespace Manila, Interior Detail
  • Ramada Encore Makati hotel room with a blue armchair and soft lightingRamada Encore Makati
  • The empty white hall at Whitespace Manila, Platinum roomWhitespace Manila, Platinum
  • A row of Ligo sardine cans in assorted colours on whiteLigo Sardines
  • A cucumber and lime cocktail in a coupe glass with chili and spices on a dark tableBeverage II
  • Kellogg's Two Scoops Raisin Bran box styled with a cereal bowl on pink tileRaisin Bran

People

As a dancer-turned-photographer, working with dancers feels like coming home.

  • Diamonds Crew dancers posed in a tight group on a terracotta studio backdropDiamonds Crew
  • A dancer in an orange outfit and boots striking a pose against a blue backdropHelen Dang
  • A Diamonds Crew dancer in a camo jacket and orange beanie low to the floor on a terracotta backdropDiamonds Crew
  • A dancer mid-fall upside down on a warm orange backdrop, an unplanned momentThe perfectly imperfect moment
  • Beauty portrait of a woman with pink eyeshadow holding a white orchid stemAnie Uson
  • A woman in a white shirt and jeans seated on a stool against a white backdropEzra See
  • UBC Thunderbirds women's tennis players piggybacking and laughing on whiteUBC Thunderbirds Women's Tennis
  • An athlete stretching on an outdoor turf field under a blue skyCatherine
  • Turquoise water and limestone cliffs at Kayangan Lake, Coron, with a swimmerKayangan Lake
  • A seafood lunch spread on a wooden table: grilled fish, crab, and shrimpIsland Lunch
  • A model in a camel coat lounging on a white bed by sheer curtainsSweater Weather
  • Model in a jewelled headwrap and colourful beaded collar among dried floralsChef-d'oeuvre
  • A wushu performer in purple with a team of crew on a yellow studio setWushu

Beyond the lens

She also offers graphic design, website, and videography services that help brands easily connect with their target audience.

Design

  • Brand identity board for Montecristo Jewellers: logo, type, and colour swatchesMontecristo Jewellers Branding
  • Social media design board for Ramada Encore MakatiRamada Encore PH Branding
  • Social media design board for Fair Price PH bicyclesFairprice PH Branding
  • Social media design board for Skydeck GardenSkydeck Garden Branding

Website

  • Website design for Whitespace Manila event venueWhitespace Manila Website
  • Website design for Ramada Encore MakatiRamada Encore Makati Website
  • Website design for T-One GroupT-One Group Website

Video, shoot and edit

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Past video work: Ibis Styles Goa Calangute, India · Crowne Plaza Hangzhou Heda, China · Salil Hotel Sukhumvit 57, Bangkok · SkySea Cruise Line

  • Black and white portrait of Aileen Mae Sze smiling, seatedSelf portrait, 2022

A heart of service. A joy for creating.

As a multimedia freelancer with 7 years of experience, Aileen actively listens to her clients' ideas and transforms them into on-brand visuals. With her positive attitude and astounding organizing skills, she creates photographs that exude joy and uplifting energy, filling the entire room with warmth. She also offers graphic design, website, and videography services that help brands easily connect with their target audience.

A bridge from the creative world to the business world.

Aileen is a Vancouver-based creative and photographer with a foundation in Multimedia Arts and advanced training in Professional Photography and Business Management. This rare intersection of artistry and strategy shapes her approach to create visually compelling work that is both expressive and purposeful.

AB Multimedia Arts · VanArts Photo (Professional Photography) · BCIT Business

I'm the kind of photographer who loves shooting through objects. It adds shape, depth, and a little visual intrigue that naturally guides your eyes to the subject.

Kind words

  • Aileen was so kind! She did an amazing job of navigating through all the guests and getting some great shots. Professional and was beyond my expectations!

    TiffanyEvent Photography

  • Aileen was so lovely and made us feel at ease from the very beginning. She suggested a beautiful location for the family photoshoot. Aileen was very playful with our toddler and it was a beautiful experience for our family. Thank you.

    TrishaFamily Portraits

  • Aileen is super talented - Our go-to creative for high quality deliverables.

    DominicProduct Photography

  • Great experience! Really professional and easy to work with. Photos came out really well.

    MattFashion Photography

  • Aileen was great and super efficient!

    FionaProduct Photography

  • Aileen was really great to work with. She was very friendly and patient

    TanyaEvent Photography

Clients and collaborators

  • Montecristo Jewellers
  • Walter Hill
  • Ibis Styles
  • Ramada Encore Makati
  • Whitespace Manila
  • The Zen Institute Medical Spa
  • Shangri-La (Shang Palace)
  • Sophia's Garden Resort
  • Ligo
  • Kellogg's
  • Avon
  • 100 Ways Jewelry
  • Sansorium
  • UBC Thunderbirds
  • Diamonds Crew
  • DoorDash
  • Snappr
  • Eatigo
  • Insider TV Singapore
  • Fortune Life
  • Azortho Dental
  • Triple PH
  • Willow Creative House
  • Fairprice PH
  • Skydeck Garden
  • T-One Group

If you're looking to create visuals that last beyond the moment, let's begin.

When reaching out, kindly include:

  1. Your full name
  2. Specific type of project
  3. About the project
  4. Desired timeline
  5. Estimated budget
Email Aileen

inquiry@aileenmaesze.com

I'm always open to meaningful projects and genuine collaborations—ones led by creativity, connection, and a true heart of service. Creating brings me so much joy, and I'd love to work with people who feel the same. If you have an idea you'd love to explore—or if you're simply looking to create something meaningful together, I'd be more than happy to hear from you and see where we can take it.

Paws-itively Timeless Portraits

Especially projects that involve dogs. I've always had a deep love for animals, and photographing them feels joyful, natural, and full of heart. I'd love to create photographs that last beyond the moments.

More Destination Portraits

Portraits created while traveling, whether for individuals, creatives, or brands. I love working outdoors, where every moment is fleeting and every photograph is one of a kind.

Dancers

To all dancers: I'd love to create with you!