References for ARB Studios

JD tuition

After visiting Amy for a personal shoot a few weeks back, it was natural to run a workshop there - the facilities are so good, and everything is neat and tidy.

I wasn't disappointed: Amy was there ahead of time so that the studio was warm and welcoming for the model, and she provided hot drinks and biscuits.

It's lovely to have everything on tap, ready to use... I can't recommend ARB Studios too highly. And I shall be back for another workshop soon!

The Apex Studio (Telford)

Attended a networking event at ARB Studios & as per my previous visit Amy was very welcoming & had refreshments at the ready.

Amy is very knowledgeable & the studio is very well organised

There were a number of models in attendance & we had the chance to work with all of them throughout the evening.

Great studio & space & I highly recommend a visit.

Athelstan Model

Had my second network event at ARB Studios. Amy was a great hostess. Made sure everything ran smoothly and assisted people if they needed it. Made sure things went to time and was extra generous to giving me some Poses to help her for some extra work. She's a great las is Amy. Would definitely recommend and would definitely work with again.

Robert C

I visited ARB studios for the first time having been to many networking events in Manchester, and was seriously impressed with what this old industrial unit has to offer. You have multiple themed props and backdrops, from chess sets to straw bales, and the white wall studio part is, for once, wide enough so that you can properly use multiple gels when shooting. I tried blue and red on a silver outfit and it looked like a rave...... I'm now thinking of other outfit ideas to expand my alternative collection!

Overall a top studio, 28/4 was my first visit but definitely not my last. See you in May for the Bank Holiday weekend event!

JohnDuder

I love exploring new studios... Amy's setup is marvellous, making excellent use of an industrial unit.

She has a great selection of lights and modifiers, and marvellous natural light during the day.

One studio - large enough to allow full-length shooting with a 105mm lens and an (admittedly not tall model) is completely blacked out, allowing the photographer to see exactly what the lights are doing. This is ideal for building up the lighting, and this is topped off with a large white infinity cover.

The second studio has a series of tasteful and beautifully-coloured sets, with good window blackout, though there are skylights which mean daytime shooting may require a touch more planning and checking - totally worth it, for the sake of the sets!

And Amy is the perfect host - helpful and supportive, and rather knowledgeable!

Will I be back? Yes!

Do I recommend the studio? Definitely!

Jayne Horror

An incredible first shoot at this wonderful studio, Amy is so friendly and welcoming, she set up a group shoot at her studio, she’s really helpful and knowledgeable with her equipment. Definitely recommended by me. Thanks again :)

sd photography54

First time I used the studio was a couple of weeks ago a networking night, I was pleasantly surprise how well the studio is laid out and how many themed options you have I love the natural light room a big bonus, Em the owner is really nice and helpful I liked it so much I paid a deposit to attend a group shoot.

Roll on two weeks and I was back to do a group shoot.

Em had everything under control had backgrounds ready and sorted for us to start shooting I had a great time being let loose with just 4 photographers useing and shooting the model,

I'll be back when I've had the shoots i've all ready had booked for a couple of months out of the way.

Thanks em it was nice meeting you and using your delightful studio.

Recommended at photographers and models and if your in the area give this studio a visit you will not be disappointed .

Phil Jackson

First shoot at ARB and was very impressed by the shoot spaces, set layouts and the equipment available. Amy was very helpful and a great host, enjoyable shoot and would certainly recommend ARB, hopefully will be able to shoot there again in the future.

HotFridgePhotos

A great 2nd shoot at Amy’s lovely studio today. More than enough lighting on the white coved set, then she was showing a beauty dish look against the plain black wall, which I got some excellent shots from. And she does make a decent cup of tea.

ElaineClair

Came here for an impromptu shoot today with Megapixel. Such a good booking and Amy was perfect as always. I’m happy to announce I’ll be back here again very soon. Always a pleasure to be here and I get on with Amy so well.

megapixel2448

Yes back again, this time for a full day of shooting at this excellent very well equipped studio, thankyou Amy for another great day

ElaineClair

My third session here with Richard (Megapixel) what a lovely morning we had. Amy was attentive when needed but also leaves you to get on with it. Shes not at all intrusive and she has a wonderful studio with so many great sets. I recommend any one to use this great creative space. I have a studio day lined up here too. Thank you Amy x

megapixel2448

I had the pleasure of working at this very nice studio again, this shoot was a little different a combination of Elaineclaire and Dawson (see my profile), Amy from ARB made us all very welcome and helped out during the shoot and provided some very nice behind the scenes shots for us.

ElaineClair

My second time using ARB Studios, run by the talented Amy. She is an absolute dream to be around and we have a great laugh. She was so helpful in Dawson the dog in place by bribing him with treats. She will readily assist when needed and she makes great cup of tea. Thank to Megapixel too for the wonderful photography.

Chro_nicallygrumpy

Used the studio as part of a duo and was blown away by the hospitality there ! So many cups of coffee and they really looked after us (models and photographer)) they kept it warm and had so many lovely back drops and props could of spent far longer there !

Shelly

Another great day at ARB ,feeling my way into studio lights and how to use them, Amy is very patient with my tuition

Great results in my humble opinion

megapixel2448

This was the first time that I shot at ARB, the studio is very well laid out with various sets. There are many so many sets and areas to shoot that we did not use all of the studio. I am planning to return to the studio in 2024 to utilise more of the splendid facilities. I would recommend this studio to all photographers from beginners to pro’s.

ElaineClair

I had a lovely 3 hours shoot at this studio today. It was my first visit so was excited to see the sets. It didn’t disappoint. Amy was there to greet me and was so helpful and we got on great. I recommend this studio to any model or photographer. The photographer and I loved it so much that we will be back to shoot again. I also hope to work with Amy in the not too distant future. Sets are so well set out and varied. A treasure to the local photography and modelling community. Thank you. ☺️

Athelstan Model

I worked with Amy for the second time on this day. Amy was wonderful, done a great job with studio. The setup's are really well done and offer a wide range of themes to suit everyone at all levels and skill abilities. The event was run really well, Amy has great organising and managing skills aswell as being a great photographer and lady, everyone is made to feel welcomed and offered refreshments.

I look forward to returning to the studio and working with her again and doing more networking and creating great work.

Would definitely recommend and would definitely work with again.

Shelly

Another great session at ARB , as a predominantly natural light photographer with little knowledge about studio lighting its great to come to a place where the host is around to hold my hand and gently guide me with the set up side of things

The studio has ample naturally lit space but today the natural light was virtually non existent due to the awful weather so it was artificial light I needed and Amy was a star with her help

A great studio, well run and well worth a visit