July ~ September 2018

May 31, 2019 Pennie Hall

Here I am again posting these pictures ALMOST 12 months late. My website is always something that gets left to fall behind as work and life continue to be busy. Work life balance is ridiculously difficult and I am usually trying to catch up on things late into the night. Mid year 2019 resolution is to try and get this balance thing right !!!
Anyway, when I look back at all these beautiful memories I have captured for people it gives me all the warm fuzzies and makes it ALL worth it!

Note:

1. Original images are perfectly sharp but these will not appear to be due to being resized for internet to make them easier to load.

2. Some photos are cropped by the website in the thumbnails, so if it looks like I chopped off someone’s head then I probably didn’t. Click on the photo to open the original crop size photo.

3. These are not entire sessions. Just my favs from each.

July & August

October 2, 2017 Pennie Hall

Running behind again with posting what I've been photographing lately so I'm running 2 months into one!

June was all newborn boys and July/August was all newborn girls :) And what precious little cherubs Addison & Amelia are!
I also met a beautiful family who were leaving town and wanting some photos to mark their time living in our beautiful Silver City.
Also photographed in July was the most adorable little baby girl with some pretty amazing doting big brothers who were more than happy to cuddle and kiss their little sister for photos for Mum.
I met up with some crazy fun kids to create some photos for them to give their Nan for her birthday. They had me in absolute stitches and we all had a great time. Photos really are the perfect gift and I love when people organise secret sessions for a loved ones birthday :)
Little Ebony who I photographed as a newborn also paid me a visit for some portraits to mark her 1st birthday. I seriously could not believe that she is 1 already. Time really does fly. She has grown into such a little character, such a bright little soul with the most beautiful brown eyes. I think the world will have big things in store for this little one!
Another little 1 year old who I photographed as a teeny tiny 4 day old baby (my youngest newborn I have photographed) was little Levi. He visited me for his cake smash session. Levi's family seriously has such a huge part of my heart. Levi's older sister Ruby was also my very first newborn session. I have come such a long was with my photography and this family has stuck with me from the start. I am so grateful for them walking through my front door and handing their brand new baby to me. I am honoured to every parent that trusts me to photograph their child but seeing as I had practically no experience I am forever grateful to them.
Bittersweet was my experience photographing the wonderful team of Broken Hill First National. Some of you may know that I worked for BHFN 10 years ago. I am so thankful for the friendships that came from my time working for BHFN. Seeing the comradery between the staff made me miss being a part of great team. I wouldn't trade my job for the world but being a 1 woman team has its moments. This was my second time photographing the team at BHFN and I thoroughly enjoy the change of pace from chasing small kids around :) These guys seriously know their business so if your buying, selling or renting I suggest you give them a call. (08) 8088 4488 (still know this off by heart)!
Also pictured below is my dear long time friends Lisa & Rhett, expecting twins! I don't think there is a woman on earth who has looked this good at 32 weeks pregnant let alone with twins. Rhett you really are 1 very lucky man. I cannot wait to meet your new babies and I am positive Esta is going to make the most amazing big sister xxx

❤ ph

June - Broken Hill TWINS Photographer ;)

September 5, 2017 Pennie Hall

June has been and gone and marked my very first set of twins to photograph. With the TWINS pandemic hitting Broken Hill I'm sure they won't be the last twins I will get to photograph and I'm so thankful. Double the adorable! Congrats Nardia & Jhy on more adorable boys to join your family.
June was the month of BOYS. Two more adorable baby boys visited me for their photos and my goodness they were all so super sweet!
I also got the chance to photograph one of Broken Hill's brightest and happiest families. These guys were so much fun and seeing as their incredible Mumma Claire owns and operates 'The Tiny Cactus' it was just fitting that we photograph their family amongst the cacti.
If you haven't already I strongly suggest you go and check out The Tiny Cactus which is Claire's new store which neighbours my new studio in Oxide Street near the ANZ ATM. Unique clothing, a lot of 1 off pieces, homewares and Claire's incredible handmade jewellery, there really is something for everyone!

The New Studio - Pennie Hall Photography- Broken Hill Newborn Portrait Specialist

July 2, 2017 Pennie Hall

I thought it would be a couple more years before I was writing this post, but fate arrived on my doorstop (or Facebook newsfeed) and here we are.
I HAVE A STUDIO SPACE :)
I had began to look for a space to move my studio into as I had very much outgrown the space I was using at home. I had soon realised that although there were vacant shops everywhere, some that had been sitting almost derelict for years and years, nobody was renting within my budget, so I had shelved the idea for a couple more years. Then I saw a post on Facebook from Regional Development Australia advertising the Renew Project which calls for people to occupy empty spaces. I contacted them and the terms suited me and my circumstances so I applied and was given the keys to 33 Oxide Street. This was a great opportunity to have a go and see if a commercial space would suit me and if I could financially support it without the obligation of signing into a long term lease.
Then began a whole shipload of hard work. Juggling between work that I already had booked, general life, a heap of winter sickness and a few other hiccups, every night after kids bedtime (8pm) off I would go. It took 4 coats of white paint, hours of cleaning, some floor sealer, some laminate flooring to cover damaged areas, a false wall and I had my blank canvas. My Mum was my biggest supporter through this time. She helped me nearly every night, painting, scrubbing, moving things. I really could not have done this without her! Also thanks to my Dad for laying the flooring, Renew for organising the false wall, my partner Mitch for installing some brackets for my backdrops, Jade Signs Broken Hill for my window signage
This old shop was a bit of a fixer upper which just needed a little bit of love. I have said all along I love this little shop, and if properties could love, I think it would love me right back. I'm still not sure if this will be a permanent situation for me, only time will tell, but for now it's pretty awesome and I feel very thankful.

Our little corner of Oxide Street is being brought back to life. One shop over from me is The Tiny Cactus. The owner Claire also saw the potential in the Renew Project and opened her store showcasing her handmade sterling and fine silver jewellery, clothing and homewares. Her shop is so bright and funky and sure to put a smile on your face. Pay her a visit, you will be glad you did.

If you own a commercial space in Broken Hill that is sitting empty, please consider the Renew project. It really is a great mutually beneficial initiative. For more information about Renew Far West contact Leesa at Regional Development Australia on (08) 8087 8383 or visit the pages linked below:
http://renewaustralia.org/about/
http://rdafarwestnsw.org.au/our-projects/renew-far-west/