Hands Across the Water for HomeHug children - tax deductible photo shoot offer.

In 2019, I rode around Kanchanaburi for five days, getting heat exhaustion, suffering knee pain and generally just pushing myself along in 45-degree heat.

It wasn't these memories I remembered when I signed up to do it again this year. It was the faces that lit up when we rode into the orphanage on the last day, the friendships I made while riding, the difference I could see I was making in these little lives that made me sign up again.

I'm also a sucker for punishment. I mean, 500km of riding a bike through Thailand's humid heat - who would want to do that? Don't we go to Thailand for the beach holiday?

In September this year, I am riding again. This time through the Isaan Region in northeast Thailand.

"Starting in the city of Bueng Karn, our riders will spend two days following the incredibly bio-diverse Mekong River before heading west through villages and rural communities not often visited by foreigners. Following a well-deserved rest day, the team will ride into one of our homes, Home Hug in Yasothon, to be greeted excitedly by the children they have worked so hard to support." - Hands Across the Water.

100% of the money I raise will go to the children. Hands Across the Water do not take any admin fees out. I have committed to raising at least $5000, and I'm doing this by offering 100% tax-deductible mini photoshoots.

The money raised will go to Baan Home Hug, a home to 130 children today, many of whom have HIV and do not know or have no connection with their parents.

Do you want any new photos? Of course you do! We always want new pics; it's just a matter of budget control.

Need more content? Let's face it, we all do. Always.

Renovated and need an updated pic? Brag about it.

New menu? How about you show off the new dishes to your customers.

Portrait? Let's celebrate you!

Family photo? When was your last one?

This fully tax-deductible photoshoot is a perfect way of getting more photographs to showcase YOU. Get in touch with me to organise.

Casa Feliz Tiny Home

A beautiful shoot I did recently for Casa Feliz Tiny Home at Maslin Beach.

Wow! I think I need to book to stay here myself (even though it’s only a few minutes from my house).

Foodland's Mighty recipe shoot - Spring

Oh so delicious and easy recipes can be found in Foodland’s Mighty magazine, free at the checkouts. I love doing these shoots - and not just because my tummy gets full of food. I get to work with a great team from Foodland, alongside Jo and Chris at Pen and Palate. Lots of laughs, banter and fun to be had.

Coober Pedy: opal capital of the world.

An interesting wander around the backstreets of Coober Pedy while there for a shoot recently.

Wild South Coast Way

“The creation of the Wild South Coast Way on the Heysen Trail will connect the parks that run along our breathtaking southern coastline and become a beacon for locals and tourists alike, driving sustainable economic growth in the region and promoting accessibility for all.

Upgrade sections of the iconic Heysen Trail from Cape Jervis to Victor Harbor to create a five day, four-night hike and other high-quality trail-based experiences.

The visitor experience at Deep Creek Conservation Park will be enhanced and expanded with a new day visitor facility, a universally accessible walking trail, and upgrades to existing campgrounds and amenities. The project will also support new, and enhance existing, nature-based experiences in the tourism sector.”

CLIENT: National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia, Department of Environment and Water

SHOOT: One day on sections of Wild South Coast Way. heidi who photos organised talent (to be photographed with staff) and photographed.

The Vineyard Retreat

“The Vineyard Mclaren Vale is a peaceful and stylish vineyard retreat with distinctive guest houses and cadole’s; each commanding views over South Australia’s most idyllic wine and food region.

An unpretentious wine country escape, ensconced in a working vineyard, the contemporary and well-appointed guest houses are elegant and sophisticated.”

Two shoots for The Vineyard Retreat - each accommodation is unique, and full of elegance and sophistication indeed.

Fleurieu Living Magazine - skate life

A fun shoot for Fleurieu Living Magazine Winter 2021 edition.

Foodland's Mighty recipe shoot - Winter

The second shoot for Foodland's Mighty magazine.

Just as much yummy food to be tasted, laughs to be had, photos to create.

My fave recipe this round? Egg drop soup... oh yes.

The magazine can be viewed here.

Recipe creation and styling by Pen and Palate

Foodland's Mighty recipe shoot - Autumn

This past year has seen me spending more time having laughs, oops working, with Chris and Jo from Pen and Palate. We have been working with Foodland on their recipes for the Mighty magazine - a handy free pickup from your local store.

Chris develops the recipes, and on shoot day, Jo is the whizz in the kitchen while Chris and I make gorgeous photos of them. It's always a fun day, jumping on the table or using the tripod in front (something my physio wants me to do more of). Dancing, singing, laughing, eating... it all creates better photos. Surely?

I love to have fun on a shoot - getting great pics while everyone has fun. Win, win.

West Beach Parks

I have been working with West Beach Parks (formerly Adelaide Shores) for over five years. We have done multiple shoots for the rebrand, when renovations are completed, new accommodation is built, or for a new campaign.

Images: Lifestyle, interiors, exteriors, activities, staff profiles.

Love: The fun involved in photographing kids and adults enjoying the park facilities, especially the pool area where I can get the kids to jump in a number of times.

Not so much love: Making some of the budget, tiny (super skinny and long) bathrooms look inviting. But hey, we did it!

Images are used for a variety of purposes, including website, marketing material, social and corporate.

Some of my fave images from my shoots with West Beach Parks…