References for Art Asylum Reloaded Photo Studio

Mel4nie

I am a regular at Art Asylum and what I love most about this studio is the fact that it is so diverse.

It has a lovely natural light boudoir area, along with its white infinity wall, set amongst its industrial looking bare brickwork.

Yet there is so much more to this studio.

I was fortunate to help create a new and exciting set at the studio echoing the feeling of a byegone era with a Victoria vibe about it.

Please make sure you stop by and check it out.

This is a great studio on the South Coast and is so under-rated.

Did I also mention the owner Steve is kinda cool too!

On a serious note - get down to the studio ASAP- you don't know what you are missing!

Andy White

I have shot at Art Asylum Reloaded on many occasions and yesterday returned for a studio day after a 6 month break.

Steve is an excellent and knowledgeable host at this brilliant studio.

Great equipment, natural light space, white wall and props all make for a fantastic shoot.

Very highly recommended and I am sure I will be back on many occasions in the future.

Georgia Brown

Another day at Art asylum with Steve ticked off the list and I left a very happy model, not that I expected any less of course!

A little about Steve, who is one of the most accommodating and down to earth studio owners and also makes an awesome coffee, very much look forward to more chats thanks for an awesome day Steve!

The place! Is just stunning, not only is it well equipped with great props and furniture it also offers a full natural light space with authentic wales and windows aswell as a full curve studio space!

I love it here, oh yes the beach is outside the front door too :D I would recommend again and again!

KatePop

Art Asylum is becoming a bit of a home from home from me. I absolutely love working here because Steve is such a lovely guy. He is very easy to get along with treats his models with care and respect, and you feel looked after and cared for! What’s more to love it comes highly recommended by me and Model so you have to book a studio day here as you won’t regret it! I think a little known fact about the studio is you are right next door to Weymouth Beach which also provides amazing photography opportunities! So it has studio facilities as well as lifestyle outdoor facilities! Highly recommended

UKCrystal

This was my second shoot back at art asylum in the last week! I love this studio, not just for the studio but the people too, I've met and continue to meet some awesome individuals here and of course it wouldn't be that with out the studio owner Steve! Always on board or in the background there to help out- on a personal level and as a professional to assist as and when needed. The studio has everything needed from lighting, to backdrops, props, shoes and costumes! I always love having a rummage and wearing something new and different and take full advantage of it here. Really chilled out space, brilliant natural light, private spacious dressing room and various areas that have lots of different potential.

See you again soon!

Caitlyn.

I have so much time for wonderful spaces, such as Art Asylum, hosted by lovely people, such as Steve. Organising my studio days were so simple and easy, and the studio days themselves were really lovely.

The space is excellent, and the studio is in such a great location, close to the train station and the shore. It really isn't at the end of the world, only a few hours from London! I particularly love the natural light space within the studio, it's very unique and the attention to detail to this set is fab.

Steve is a wonderful host, going above and beyond to look after me during my time. He really takes looking after models seriously, and assisted photographers with lighting when needed. Spending time in places like this reminds me why I enjoy modelling.

I would recommend this space in a heartbeat!

MidgePhoto

Almost a year has slipped away since the last shoot I did here.

The interesting space has carried on being interesting, and has been refined, and there's an online booking system which works.

All easy.

We used the curve, and the daylight end, and all went smoothly.

The lighting and gadget (and tea) assistance is masterful and welcome.

I hope not to stay away so long next time.

Caroline Julia Moore

Another INCREDIBLE studio day at Art Asylum Reloaded, where I booked Antonia Jay for 2 hours. The studio is so well equipped and Steve is a fantastic owner, who goes out of his way to help you get the shot you want. Plenty of tea/coffee and a chilled atmosphere with lots of great areas to shoot in. I always have a brilliant time there and will contiunue to book!

Caroline Julia Moore

I shoot at the fantastic Art Asylum Reloaded a lot! I had booked on a group shoot studio day with Space Vixen. I normally find group shoots difficult but this was fantastic. The effort that had gone into arranging the lighting and sets was absolutely top notch. Steve was, as always, an absolute diamond adjusting lighting, helping with props etc. I also enjoy having a good natter with Steve over a cuppa... he even went to the shops to get some green tea for me! It was an exceptionally productive and wildly fun day! I always come away from a session at the studio buzzing with creativity and was especially excited to see some of the new themed setup areas. Art Asylum Reloaded is a fantastic studio and it's always a pleasure to work with Steve. Highly recommend this super duper studio!

Ryan M Photography

First ever visit to Art Asylum for a half day booking after a long hiatus from shooting. Steve is very welcoming and the studio was perfect for what I needed. Really well equipped with a cracking boudoir set and as much lighting as you’d ever need. Steve also drinks nearly as much coffee as me so the drinks were free flowing.

Highly recommended and I’ll certainly be using the facilities there again soon. Thanks.

Cellar Door Images

Another succesful shoot at Art Asylum Reloaded. Steve was very welcoming again, kept the coffee and biscuits flowing and made sure we had everything we needed and then left us to it. The light in the boudoir set is stunning at this time of year and the studio end is well equipped with everything you'd want for a successful shoot. Happy to recommend and I'm sure I'll be back again soon.

Yoo Yoo

I am very happy can finally come to art asylum studio today . Steve hosts everything well and the studio have many cool locations to shoot ! The outfits are good fun to shoot ! And the photographers here are very friendly and nice ! Look forward can come again ! Highly recommended!

KatePop

I had a great studio day at art asylum. Steve was extreamly kind and catered for my every need. The day ran like clockwork and its such an amazing studio with lots of different options in terms of styling. There is a fabulous Boudoir type room which has the most amazing natural light in the mornings and then it also has a really good sized changing room and a studio from which an infinity curve and option of different backdrops. It is also right on the sea front and offers a potential for some amazing street and beach type photography as well - i think this place is a little gem and models i urge you to book here as there is so much variety and options.

Steve thank you so much for a fab day - and a yummy subway sandwich which was so so kind of you - AA comes highly recommended by me.

Luna Forrest

Had my first ever studio day at The Art Asylum and I absolutely loved it!

Steve was incredibly welcoming and I felt we hit it off instantly.

He was a most excellent host and supplied me with endless cups of delicious tea and delightful conversation in our breaks.

I cannot wait to revisit!

Thanks so much for having me 😊

Luna

Xxx

Caitlyn.

Had a really lovely studio weekend at Art Asylum, and can't wait to come back! Steve was the perfect host, really accommodating and looked after me well, supplying me with food and drink and making sure I wasn't too cold. He also was on hand to help out with the lighting when needed, but also made sure to give the photographers and myself privacy when shooting.

The studio is really lovely, with great sets and is well located.

Highly recommend!

Mel4nie

I attended a photography workshop held at the studio which was aimed at beginner photographers wanting to get to know how basic studio lighting works.

Although I attended as one of the models, I found the course very informative, having started doing my own photography.

Both tutors (Steve & Mike) were extremely knowledgeable on their chosen topics. The course ran smoothly and there was plenty of time to put theory into practice and to try out the different lightning techniques.

I'd highly recommend this course for anyone who is wanting to dip their toes into studio based photography.

Can't wait for the next course, I'll be signing up as a tog, even if I don't model there myself😉

magnetoman

A really useful introduction to studio photography. Steve and Mike presented in a relaxed manner that rubbed-off nicely on the participants and the two models, Mel and Sophie, who were both very helpful and, most importantly, patient! Everyone was friendly and at ease with each other. The coffee is free and flowed as required!

Steve gave us the low down on facilities available at Art Asylum, the shooting areas and sets, including a natural light studio and an infinity wall studio, and explained the various types of lights and modifiers, camera settings etc.

Mike covered the do's and don'ts of working with models, pre-communications with the model, creating storyboards and agreeing the details of the shoot with the studio and the model - all to ensure you go away with the results you were hoping for and everyone happy.

After the lunch break (bring your own) Steve demonstrated portrait set-ups, showing results and encouraging us to take some shots ourselves.

Mike then covered key and fill lighting, background lighting and the associated set-ups and. again, we had the opportunity to try these for ourselves. All you need for this course is a camera with a hot shoe - everything else is provided by the studio! I came away feeling far more confident about studio work - it was a day well spent!

Jemma H

I had my first shoot at the Art Asylum studio the other day, and it was such a cool and unique space to shoot in! The brick walls surrounding most sets are gorgeous, and there’s was a good amount of space on the white infinity curve. I would love to go back and experience the other sets soon! Highly recommend as a studio space, it’s awesome. Not to mention that Steve is a great host, made me feel welcome and happy as soon as I arrived. See you soon hopefully :)

Pictus

Attended a studio lighting workshop today the the studio. Very well thought course covering some basic lighting techniques and how to use the equipment as well as a talk on working with models which was very informative as it was good to hear from a model about their perspective.

Steve and Mike did a great job with their sections and explained things in an easy to understand way.

I look forward to attending further courses run at the studio and await to see what's coming in the New Year.

Thanks.

Pictus

Arranged a band shoot at the studio and Steve was on hand helping with lighting set ups. His experience is brilliant and he came up with various ideas of what would help regarding lighting.

The shoot went smoothly and the band got everything they required for their promotional material.

Cheers Steve