I'm Shona, a Professional Photographer based in the very beautiful seaside town of North Berwick, Scotland. (and I still pinch myself everyday.)
I specialise in Seascape and Coastal Photography, known in particular for my use of intentional camera movement (ICM Photography).
I am heavily influenced by contemporary art and abstract minimalism, which is where I draw my inspiration from for much of my work. This inevitably lead to my exploration of creating my own vision through the use of intentional camera movement. A technique that can create serene and painterly results.
Whilst largely self-taught, I previously enrolled with the British Academy of Photography gaining a greater knowledge of the fundamentals and complexities of digital photography.
Technique is extremely important to me and whilst ICM photography demonstrates a certain creative freedom and experimentation, I tend to apply a considered, focussed and disciplined approach to my work ensuring the best results are achieved in camera.
Often described as creating a sense of calm through my imagery, I aim to capture emotional depth, solitude, tranquillity and haunting beauty in my work, all whilst maintaining a consistent and cohesive aesthetic with a delicate and painterly quality.
I was recently recognised by global Brand Nisioptics and I am proud to be a Brand Ambassador since January 2024 as well as more recently teaming up with one of the UKs leading photography workshop providers Dawn 2 Dusk.
Known as an inspirational leader and speaker, I established My Beautiful Scotland in 2018 and I love nothing more than leading workshops across Scotland, showcasing the unimaginable raw beauty, leaving you in no doubt as to why Scotland has been voted one of the most beautiful Countries in the world.
I also has a wealth of experience in coaching, mentoring and developing teams, having worked at a Senior level in Management for 20+ years. I love nothing more than helping people reach their full potential and I have been running photography workshops, creative retreats and private tuition for the past 4 years.
Shona Perkins - My Beautiful Scotland
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I used to work in fashion, I now spend 90% of my time in wellies and thermals!
Music is a huge influence to me and I love nothing more than a good dance around the kitchen!
I have mayonnaise with absolutely everything.
EVERYTHING!
I walk on the beach every single day...
As a teenager, I desperately wanted to be an MTV presenter and used to practice in my living room.
I suffer from acute Reynaud's syndrome and own over 50 pairs of gloves!
I absolutely love the sea but have a fear of swimming in it.
(I blame watching Jaws as a child.)
I am not a dog owner, I am a dog Mother!
Dorthea Lange
I have had some really great conversations with a wide range of podcasters, been published in some of the UKs leading photography magazines and have presented a number of live talks to a global audience.
My Beautiful Scotland
Summit House 4-5 Mitchell Street EDINBURGH EH6 7BD
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