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Agnes Water & Seventeen Seventy (1770) Photographer
Bundaberg | Gladstone | South East Queensland | Southern Great Barrier Reef | Zimbabwe - Africa
A little about H&M Productions
Water since January 2020, when I established the business here with a passion for photography, filmmaking and the incredible region we now call home.
What started as a small local business has grown into a creative production service, working with entrepreneurs, businesses, regional organisations, property professionals, tourism operators and families across the Discovery Coast, Bundaberg, Gladstone and beyond.
I'm particularly proud of the quality and versatility of our work, from professional photography and filmmaking to aerial and underwater production.
But what I enjoy most is the people I meet, the relationships built along the way and the creative challenges that make every project different.
I'm incredibly grateful for the trust and support of our clients and local community. It's a privilege to do work I love in a place I'm proud to call home.
Shirley Hitschmann
Photographer & Videographer | H&M ProductionsShirley Hitschmann
Photographer & Videographer | H&M Productions
Hi - my name is Shirley, and most likely I will be your main contact and lead photographer on shoots. I really take the time to understand your pain points and ensure I have clearly understood your goals or visions from the outset, way before any cameras are picked up! We all try to remain flexible and adaptable too - as even the most well thought of plan can be disrupted.
So - if you are still reading and want to learn more, please check out our list of our key services, browse our site and learn more or get in touch with me today for a free consultation.
Continually inspired by the natural world around us, it’s another reason we love sharing these videos of our adventures here in our Stunning Qld Great Barrier Reef and our other homeland Zimbabwe and the African Continent.
COMMERCIAL & PORTRAIT SERVICES
Personal Branding, Headshots and Product Photography
Created for entrepreneurs and new or growing businesses looking for a professional edge to their sales and marketing. Marketing and professional images and videos to showcase your expertise, product or service.
Real Estate & Property Packages
We specialise in drone, video as well as photography for our clients that offer stunning high-quality and fast solutions.
Real Estate Photography & Dusk Photos
Portrait Photo Sessions
Sessions catered to you, with beautiful online galleries and wall art or albums to help you cherish the memories.
High Quality Prints & Albums
Our Promise
FOR YOUR PEACE OF MIND
Professional Services, from start to finish.
Sharing your images on socials with your approvals.
A Session to Suit your Comfort and Style.
Free reschedule to re-shoot in the case of bad weather/extreme personal circumstances.
Pre-Planning & Support.
Professional Image editing and enhancements.
YOUR SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY
We always value our clients and public safety and your privacy is important to us.
We adhere to safe practices and guidelines.
We are fully insured, licensed and accredited.
We put in the correct frameworks to ensure this.
WHAT YOU RECEIVE
An Amazing Experience!
Planning, Guides & Resources
Delivery of Images in a beautiful online gallery & store.
Package options of Web & High Resolution images
Museum Quality Prints and Wall art
Meet The Team
Meet the original co-founders of H&M Productions. Philip & Shirley started the business as H&M Photography while living in Africa for 4 years. Now based in Australia since then, Shirley is the primary photographer and owner of H&M Productions. Both are passionate about our natural world and always help our communities. Click the accordion button to learn more about them.
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— Founder, Owner & Creative
Hi, I'm Shirley Hitschmann and as the lead photographer, videographer and drone pilot, I'm passionate about creating lasting and positive changes for my clients and the community. I can now also say I am an "award-winning" photographer! Having won the Australian Photographic Prize Gold and Silver, plus first prize in Digital Works at the 1770 Artshow. I am always learning and enjoy technological challenges, now a CASA REPL drone pilot and come skilled across not only photography equipment and concepts, but business systems and tools.
I began my photography journey when I discovered the love of capturing my family and friends, then an almost obsessive passion for working alongside conservationists to protect our wildlife and nature, and grassroots communities.
During the span of my ICT career based in Sydney, I would spend most of my free time and holidays volunteering in Australian, Africa and Asia. Africa became a 2nd home where I met my husband Philip and together we created H&M Productions. What started as a hobby became my profession when in 2015 we moved to Zimbabwe to live for 4 yrs.
I really feel rewarded by empowering businesses and the local communities with on-point photography and video marketing, sales and visual training toolkits, and seeing what a return on that investment can be.
Now as a mum or a 8 yr old, living in the beautiful small seaside town of Agnes Water, I spend more time working and volunteering locally when I can.
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- Drone Pilot & Backup Crewman
Hi, my name is Philip and you might see me on shoots helping out when needed. I fell in love with photography and video while in Africa, and especially drones. Now I am a licensed RePL Drone Pilot & Assistant Film Crew.
Currently I work as an auxiliary /part-time firefighter with Queensland Fire Service (QFS) and have my own business, but still have a keen interest in photography, especially if it means I can get wildlife or underwater footage!
Living in Agnes Water & 1770 has opened up the underwater world and you might catch me filming critters in our estuary or ocean, or with my spearfishing crew.
What our Clients are Saying…
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Premium Real Estate Services
When marketing residential homes, it is very important to show them off in the best possible light and at Queensland Sotheby's International Reality, we only work with the best service providers. Shirley Hitschmann from H&M Productions based in Agnes Water was engaged by our clients to photograph and produce videos of their two significant local acreage properties in preparation for them being advertised for sale. Shirley was extremely professional and flexible and went over and above what was required to get it just right. Everyone was happy with the high quality of the final images and footage. We would recommend H&M Productions to anyone considering their services in future.
— Michael Vettoretto / Sotherby International Video & Photos for Property
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Marketing Photos & Video
RULES BEACH GLAMPING
Excellent service from first enquiry to completed product.
— John Callanan / Tareeda Developments
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Holiday Accomodation & Location Photos
Shirley and Phil have been absolutely wonderful to work with. Their work reflects incredible talent and a very high level of professionalism. I have really appreciated their suggestions and needless to say, I'm very happy with the business portfolio package we purchased. Highly recommended! Thank you :)
— Rebecca Willis - Sunrise at 1770 Holidays
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Portrait Photography Session
Highly recommend Shirley. She took some lovely photos of our family (pets included). Very friendly and professional.
— Joanne
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Video / Event Coverage
H&M Productions filmed Discovery Coast Dance Centre's end of year dance concert! They were very easy and polite to deal with. I was able to let them know what I wanted and leave them to do their job. The end result was INCREDIBLE! The video they produced was high quality, well edited and the text they overlaid was in line with our brand. They asked if I needed anything changed, but it was perfect first time. All our dance families commented that the video was very professional! Highly recommend the lovely couple, Shirley & Philip, from H&M Productions.
— Manda Miettinen / Principal
Discovery Coast Dance Centre
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Portrait Photography Sessions
What a pleasure to work with Shirley from H&M production! Very friendly and professional, she managed our crazy family with ease and the photos are beautiful. Thanks again!
— Adele
On the Blog…
Our latest business branding shoot professionally captured our client Ivy Lines unique brand style & identity . Photographed by Shirley Hitschmann, with makeup by JC Beauty, this photoshoot highlights Ivy Line’s beauty and wellness treatments, the products, services, and unique brand images of owner Raquel. Providing stunning visuals that are designed to resonate with their audience and elevate their online presence.