Aileen Mae Sze, Photographer, Vancouver

1Editorial and Published

Portrait of a model with bold rainbow face paint and a lilac organza collar — Canvas

Model in a sculptural black feathered headpiece and ruffled gown in a bamboo grove — Chef-d'oeuvre II

Model with floral eye makeup looking over a bare shoulder among ferns — Eyes of Enchantment

A model in black seated on the floor against pastel blurred light — Stained Glass Shadow

A model in denim and pink heels perched on a stool under violet light — Neon Pink Delights

A woman in a cream cheongsam jacket against a red wall with leaf shadows — Lunar New Year II

A woman in a floral dress seated beside dried palm fans on a peach backdrop — Nelly, Dried by Design

A woman's bare back painted with rainbow brushstrokes and words, wearing jeans — Suol

Simplicity with Tai

Model in a jewelled headwrap and colourful beaded collar among dried florals — Chef-d'oeuvre

Model in a white bodice and a pink ombre ruffled ballgown — Princess Tan's Collection

A model in a camel coat lounging on a white bed by sheer curtains — Sweater Weather

A red still life with a gold jar, red cloth, and paper lanterns for Lunar New Year — Lunar New Year

A model in a magenta feathered outfit and pink sunglasses under violet light — Studio editorial

Published in

Mob Journal, Vol. 53
Cover story, “Accents”
Mob Magazine
“Summertime Lounging”
iMirage Magazine
Shot through a light modifier. Model @macsmitth.
Vigour Magazine
Model @brooklyn.hislop. Photo and retouching by Aileen.

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.
Aileen

2Brands

A ruby and diamond band resting on folds of red silk — Cleopatra Ruby Ring II

A swirl diamond pendant resting on satin fabric — Tu Sei Pendant

A hand draped with layered gold chain necklaces against a warm orange and cream backdrop — 100 Ways Jewelry Necklaces

A turquoise mosaic cuff watch on a wood surface beside teal roses — Blissful Blues Cuff Watch

Orange-tinted Walter Hill AJ sunglasses in a translucent amber frame, on white — Walter Hill Sunglasses, AJ Satsuma

A hand wearing a slim green gemstone tennis bracelet against warm cream light — Tennis Bracelet

A woman in a black tank top wearing layered gold necklaces, seated by a pink pillow — Khamisa Mimikhi

Hands holding an open green ring box with a ruby and diamond ring — Cleopatra Ruby Ring

Silhouettes of cocktail glassware glowing against a deep red background — Glassware

Walter Hill Xavier sunglasses in a smoky brown frame, on white — Walter Hill Sunglasses, Xavier

A rose gold wedding band with a channel of diamonds, on white — Classic Wedding Band

A tan leather Walter Hill card holder on white — Walter Hill Card Holder

Close-up of a shoulder with a green body scrub — The Zen Institute Scrub

Three smiling women in white tops posed close together on light grey — The Zen Institute

3Food and Hospitality

A bartender straining a yellow cocktail into a coupe glass against dark slate — Beverage

A cucumber and lime cocktail in a coupe glass with chili and spices on a dark table — Beverage II

A bottle of Edenvale sparkling rosé pouring into a flute against warm light — Sansorium Edenvale Wine

Ibis Styles hotel room with a bright yellow and pink geometric headboard — Ibis Styles Macpherson

Black steel frame lines crossing a bright white event space at Whitespace Manila — Whitespace Manila, Interior Detail

A row of Ligo sardine cans in assorted colours on white — Ligo Sardines

Kellogg's Two Scoops Raisin Bran box styled with a cereal bowl on pink tile — Raisin Bran

A seafood lunch spread on a wooden table: grilled fish, crab, and shrimp — Island Lunch

The dining hall at Sophia's Garden Resort with timber beams and wooden chairs — Sophia's Garden Resort

Ramada Encore Makati hotel room with a blue armchair and soft lighting — Ramada Encore Makati

The empty white hall at Whitespace Manila, Platinum room — Whitespace Manila, Platinum

4People

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

A dancer in an orange outfit and boots striking a pose against a blue backdrop — Helen Dang

A Diamonds Crew dancer in a camo jacket and orange beanie low to the floor on a terracotta backdrop — Diamonds Crew

The Diamonds Crew dancers in a group on a terracotta studio backdrop — Diamonds Crew

A dancer mid-fall upside down on a warm orange backdrop, an unplanned moment — The perfectly imperfect moment

Beauty portrait of a woman with pink eyeshadow holding a white orchid stem — Anie Uson

A woman in a white shirt and jeans seated on a stool against a white backdrop — Ezra See

An athlete stretching on an outdoor turf field under a blue sky — Catherine

UBC Thunderbirds women's tennis players piggybacking and laughing on white — UBC Thunderbirds Women's Tennis

A wushu performer in purple with a team of crew on a yellow studio set — Wushu

Turquoise water and limestone cliffs at Kayangan Lake, Coron, with a swimmer — Kayangan Lake

I’ve photographed mega crews on stage, but doing a large group in studio, where I could actually direct and experiment, was so much fun!
Aileen

5Beyond the Lens

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

Design

Ramada Encore PH Branding
Fairprice PH Branding
Skydeck Garden Branding

Website

Whitespace Manila Website
Ramada Encore Makati Website
T-One Group Website

Video

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

6About

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.

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. Grounded in strong creative instincts and informed by a clear understanding of brand and business objectives, her work lives at the meeting point of aesthetics and intention.

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

Aileen photographing a model on a red studio set under softboxes — Aileen on set

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

7Kind 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 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 really great to work with. She was very friendly and patient
TanyaEvent 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 was great and super efficient!
FionaProduct Photography

LConcierge

A note from Aileen

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.

When reaching out, kindly include:

your full name
specific type of project
about the project
desired timeline
estimated budget

Email inquiry@aileenmaesze.com

Especially welcome

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!”

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

Aileen Mae Sze