Shane Adams studied music at the Royal Conservatory with Barbara Wharram and William E. Trotter, and privately with Eric N. Roderman.
He studied photography with Ian Adams and Jay Maisel. His background includes working as a bouncer, lifeguard, cook, musician, projectionist, truck driver, construction worker, actor, and professional aviator.
He divides his time between photographing the world around him and collaborating on projects with the rest of the Mettamind crew.
Shane Adams resides in Canada.