Shona Henderson Photography

A special little someone .....

2010-10-31T22:44:00.000-07:00

A little over a year ago a special little someone called Lilly became a huge part of my families life. Lilly is my younger brothers little girl. Lilly or as I call her Lilly Pilly has bought so much love and joy into my life and families that I honestly dont have words to describe it. There is something about Pilly that is alittle different, she certainly is a old little soul. It hasnt always been a easy year, Lilly came a month early and has always been such a little girl and often sickly. When I returned from the Uk late September I came home to Pilly being in Hospital with 5 pretty scarey Virus's. Not a great phone call to get from your mum when your about to leave Egypt to come home, I honestly didnt know if I would see her again. Since I have returned things have turned around for Lilly and she is growing in to such a little lady. She makes me laugh all the time. I have to admit there have been a few moments since Ive been home, that things have been tough but all I need to do is go get a cuddle from my pilly. She will always giggles at me and covers my face in kisses. She makes me happy and I just wanted to share a few photos from her first year. . I love you Lilly Pilly....

I am working in London again............

2010-05-22T09:47:00.000-07:00

Thank you for taking the time to look at my website. Both myself and Lynne are working overseas at the moment. We will have access to email however please bear in mind we will often be in remote places, therefore will not always be online. Lynne will be returning to the studio on the 12th July 2010 . She can be contacted by email and on both my mobile and the studio Landline. While I am away Lynne will be happy to organise an appointment to meet with you at the studio to discuss your photography needs. I do not return from the Uk until the week of 20th September 2010 for the next Australian wedding season. I will do my best to share my amazing travels and the beautiful weddings with you.

X shona

Love is Beautiful...

2010-05-03T03:09:00.000-07:00

This last wedding season has been amazing to say the least. I have had the pleasure of photographing so many amazing couples over the last 8 months. Many of these have made my heart melt, I have been bought to tears more then I would like to admit. What can I say, I am a true romantic. Little things and moments... an affectionate kiss on the forehead, words and looks in speeches which take my breath away, when you know a couple are completely lost in their own world during their ceremony and have eyes for no one else, when I know I can't possibly intrude on a couple because they are having that MOMENT. I feel so luckly to capture such special times. Here is a sneak peak of some of the weddings I have photographed since September... Saturdays Wedding made it 50 !!!

Gosh Love is Beautiful

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sunshine and smiles

2009-11-10T23:58:00.000-08:00

Tomorrow I am off to Port Douglas as I have the honour of photographing a beautiful couple , Sandy and Craig for their wedding . Not only am I so looking forward to capturing their day, I am also so looking forward to a couple of days off before and after the wedding to lounge by a pool and have some Shona time. Since the 5th September I have photographed 16 weddings so feel I really do deserve a bit of time off. I will be returning Wednesday mid morning. While I am away the lovely Lynne will be in the studio if you need anything, she can be contacted on 8232 2742 . In the meantime i'm off to make the most off this great mini break away xx

party time cause im happy .....

2009-11-10T02:44:00.001-08:00

Just thought I would share some pics from the awards dinner last week at Boho Hotel. Had a brilliant time esp with Kezzi, Carli, Cathy, Dave and Mark xx We just love that Glass !!!

Just wish my mamma had been there to share it too !!

some exciting news.......................

2009-11-06T21:08:00.000-08:00

I have just won 2009 SA Atkins AIPP Wedding Photographer of the Year and 2009 SA AIPP Editorial Photographer of the Year and also was 2009 SA Epson AIPP Photographer of the Year Runner UP. As you can imagine this week has been very exciting for me. I feel so honoured to have won both awards. The awards this year were a 2 day event of judging held last weekend. Both of my portfolios of Four photographs were judged the best by a panel of Interstate and Adelaide judges . I received a Gold ( bridal party shot) , 2 silver distinctions ( kids in the church and french village in hills) and the remainder 5 prints all received Silvers. The formal awards dinner was at Boho on Wednesday night . Here are my winning shots

Chateau de Béduer

2009-06-03T04:15:00.000-07:00

Last week I felt like the luckiest photographer/girl in the world! I had the pleasure of photographing Michael and Roz's romantic wedding set at Roz's family summer house the 12th Century Chateau de Béduer, in the South of France. I hadn't realised how loosely the term Chateau was thrown around to describe homes such as large farmhouses in France. How wrong one can be! When I arrived I was blown away to find the most beautiful Chateau set high on a hill overlooking the quaint village of Béduer and the breath taking Célé Valley.

This rare and unique opportunity of residing at this historic Chateau has recharged my batteries and I have never felt so relaxed. The rows of old lime trees set amongst the sweeping lush green lawns, the pretty, old and traditional stone farmhouses, which are found inside the chateau park enchanted the eye . Each morning I would rush towards my bedroom window and gasp at the view. I often pinched myself to ensure the moment was real. I'm hoping that these images have done the Chateau justice. Here is also a small selection of images from the wedding day .

x shona

my first week away

2009-05-28T08:26:00.000-07:00

some things that made me smile - climbing out of miss Fliss's window onto her balcony and seeing endless rows of terrace houses before me, relaxing in Hyde park enjoying the last rays of sunshine late into the afternoon listening to the sweet sounds of Nicki and Ben's wedding play list, wondering round Soho with Katie and eating yummy yummy cold rolls, watching people on the tube and smiling at them, getting cuddles from monkey and max ( big fat rag doll cats ), spending a night out in the city with miss Fliss and seeing St Paul's Cathedral for the first time, the product packaging at m&s ( great design ), realising that I am in LONDON, finding the most beautiful blue dress at Standstad airport to take to France.

some things that didn't make me smile - having to drag my stupid heavy 13kilo camera bag up and down stairs at the tube station, wanting to buy lots of clothes but not allowing myself because of the budget, when it starts raining and I have forgotten my umbrella, missing my family and Mia-Moo, eating too much food and now my dress doesn't fit.

all and all i feel so relaxed, excited and happy

x Shona

I am working in London ............

2009-05-18T03:19:00.000-07:00

Thank you for taking the time to look at my website. I am working overseas from May 14th to August 30th 2009 . I will have access to email however please bear in mind I will often be in remote places, therefore will not always be online. I am in London to the 26th June and will be on the email often. After that I will endeavour to replay asap. Please contact Lynne assistant on 8232 2742 or on my MB 0413 437 587 if you are interested in wedding photography. She will be happy to organise an appointment to meet you at the studio .

x Shona

6 photographers in melbourne

2009-04-16T23:32:00.000-07:00

6 Adelaide photographers in Melbourne celebrating "Women in Photography" Was a great couple of days with some Favourite people doing my favourite thing - photo taking !!!!!!!!!!

sixty seconds of happiness

2009-03-05T17:51:00.000-08:00

Sharing because I can ........

As we grow up, we learn that even the one person that wasn't supposed to ever let you down probably will. You will have your heart broken probably more than once and it's harder every time. You'll break hearts too, so remember how it felt when yours was broken. You'll fight with your best friend. You'll blame a new love for things an old one did. You'll cry because time is passing too fast, and you'll eventually lose someone you love. So take too many pictures, laugh too much, and love like you've never been hurt because every sixty seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back. Don't be afraid that your life will end, be afraid that it will never begin!

exciting news........

2009-03-04T16:25:00.001-08:00

Late January I had some very exciting news, I have become a finalist in an photographic competition called " The 2008 Heart of Gold International Photographic Awards ". I love the 2 shots which I entered into the competition. My images have been selected for the connection and the love category. I find out if I am the overall or a category winner Late March. So stay tuned for possibly some really exciting news.

I have also been told that the awards had a great selection of entries from over 14 countries! So as you can imagine I am very excited to be sharing this news with you .

Both these images to me capture and represent the beautiful simple things in life. The stories and people behind these images make me realise all over again how lucky I am to do what I do. These stories are both truly beautiful as with both couples.

x shona

a lovely road trip with a lovely lady ....

2009-01-13T15:57:00.000-08:00

Adelaide to Melbourne via the great ocean road with a very special lady . x shona

What a sweetie

2008-10-15T19:10:00.000-07:00

Chiara was a delight to photograph. What a cheeky grin, certainly was a lovely way to spend the morning. I thought I would apply an vintage style to these shots, its my new thing. In love with the seventies feel. I hope you enjoy my first post with many more to come. x Shona

Welcome to my new world of sharing ............

2008-08-24T20:54:00.000-07:00

Shona Henderson Photography has been open for business for about 5 years now...I thought it was about time to jump on the blog bandwagon! It is a great way to share about recent work, new ideas, and the latest goings ons in the world of photography. So please come back often and don't be shy about making comments...I love the feedback:)