References for Black Olive

jackpowell-modelling

WHAT A GREAT CHAP...!!!!

Paul and I talked about putting a project together and instantly I knew he was someone I'd love to work with. His attitude and ability to converse is perfect, especially for those who are new to modelling. He really put me at ease to know I would be working with someone with a great attitude and professional skills to boot.

We met at my house and he (and Vicky) were blown away by the light in my big studio space, and I could see the spark in his eye when it came to all the ideas he had for the shoot and lighting. He truly has mastered the art of taking a photo, with him rattling off numbers and settings like he was one with the camera and loved the aspect of knowing which setting did what. Not only that, but the ease he has at putting the whole frame of the picture together is superb and makes you as a model feel really apart of the image, not just a thing to be photographed and hope that the editing works out. We managed to do some work with natural light, flash work and even go outside. I loved working with Paul on the road outside my house, with us ducking and diving out of the cars. He made me feel truly like a "model" and I hadnt had that feeling until then.

Paul is a real master of photography and a wonderful person to work with, talk to and be around. His kind and open attitude makes it a fun time, especially when he and Vicky were arguing over the light being in the shot or can he stop wobbling on the chair.

He seemed to just tell what the picture would turn out with by a simple change, a lens change or just a head tilt, meaning I could really feel like I had gotten into something I would enjoy.

He is a very professional and very competent photographer that I would suggest others get the chance to work with, but as long as it doesn't get in the way of us doing some more work as I have dibs...!

Johnny O

I've shot with Paul twice now and had the best time on both shoots, I didn't want them to end! He produces the most amazing and atmospheric shots. I hope I'll get to work with him again and again! Not only a fantastic photographer but a great sense of humour and full of creative ideas!

Hannah Frith

Had the pleasure of working with Paul on a location shoot.

Great sense of humour, professional and down to earth with a warming personality. We clicked as soon as we met. Clear with direction but I was also given the freedom to be able to move, pose and contribute to the creation of images. Lots of giggles and a very fun shoot. Very happy with results I have seen from the shoot as well.

Highly recommended, hope to be working with himself and Vicki in the near future!

BarbieGoneWrong

Fantastic shoot with Paul and vicky the other day. We had an idea 'street fashion'

And we worked with the surroundings we got to get some awesome images. Paul isn't afraid to try something different to get the right image!

Very easy to get on with and chat to, felt comfortable all the way through the shoot!

So happy with what we got and would love to shoot again!

:)

April Blue

I had a fantastic shoot with Vicky and Paul yesterday!

Yes it was in torrential rain but that didn't stop us! Vicky and Paul are a fantastic team who made me feel completely at ease and laughing all the way through! We managed to get through quite a few looks considering the weather and from what I saw from the back of the camera we got some fantastic shots!

I can't wait to see the final results but I already know I want to shoot with these guys again!

Thanks! :D

Dirty Rob

I had a short but very sweet shoot with both Vicky and Paul. Very relaxed approach to the shoot and just let me do my thing. They where both easy to work with working around my schedule and limited time window on the day. Would be great to get a full day with them in the future!

Recommended :)

Dirty Rob

I had a short but very sweet shoot with both Vicky and Paul. Very relaxed approach to the shoot and just let me do my thing. They where both easy to work with working around my schedule and limited time window on the day. Would be great to get a full day with them in the future!

Recommended :)

India Hale

Did my first shoot with Paul and Vicki (Vixen Photography) last week and it was great. Paul and Vicki chose a beautiful location and were really professional from the moment I applied for their casting. They made me feel really comfortable and knew exactly what they wanted and were both really organised! After we finished shooting they bought me and my mother a coffee which is always a plus haha ;)! Paul and Vicki both got back to me a few hours later with images already edited, would definately recommend x

Matriix

I had been looking forward to working with Paul and Vicki for a while having seen and heard great things..

The theme was established early on along with a positive group chat which allowed for perfect planning of wardrobe etc.. And the shoot did not disappoint.

They chose a great location where we all spent moments exploring new territory to create something unique which made for a beautiful shoot as well as an enjoyable day out.

Paul is very knowledgeable and has a clear idea of what he is looking for in a shot. He is also very friendly and open to contribution of ideas on shoot.

The images I have seen so far are exceptional and a truly great addition to my portfolio. I really look forward to working with Paul again and definitely recommend him :-D

Delikate

Had a lovely shoot today, black olive is so nice and focused anyone will get great photos if they work with him. He also edited an image by the end of the day which is a good thing to add after a shoot I personally feel.

Curiosity Photography Studio & Prop Hire

this was the second time Paul has used our studio, and once again he was great to work with.. doesn't need any help with the studio equipment, easy to work with and really easy to get on with, a real nice guy! i hope he's back soon i could probably just give him the keys and let him carry on! i hope to see him again soon. thank you Paul.. Preston

Diego said...

Had the pleasure of working with Paul alongside Vicki (Vixen). This guy knows what he wants and can articulate it well directing his models well. He is very good at exploring the possible angles and lighting to get some cracking shots.

A real great experience and recommended highly.

Jamie Dancer

this is the second time if worked with Paul, and again he didn't disappoint.

Even through bad weather he came down and worked with what we could. He works very collaboratively so takes ideas onboard and shapes them with his own to make some really beautiful images.

Would definitely work with him again and would recommend all decent models to work with him...

VickiVonHelsing

I had a group shoot with Paul, Vicki and Jamie Morgans today.

The weather unfortunately wasn't on our side but we still manage to find a great area to shoot and from what I've seen so far we have some great images!

Paul was so friendly and fun to work with and was the perfect gentleman helping me with my bag. We took some beautiful images today and I can't wait to see the final edits.

I would defiantly work with Paul again and I would recommend him to any models wanting a photography! He's great.

Louise Pierced

I had the wonderful pleasure of working with Paul on a joint shoot and straight away I can honestly say I highly recommend him to all.

Pre comms were excellent and detailed, he is professional and fun. Paul managed to (just about) balance precariously to get the shot required and was more than patient when myself and the other model get a fit of the giggles mid shoot. I will definitely take up any offer i get of working with Paul again

Thank you Paul xx

wiltsMUA said...

Worked with Paul on a shoot last week.Although the concept of make up and final image was my plan I knew Paul would beable to nail it and the back of camera shots looked great. Really looking forward to seeing the final edits.

Thank you Paul for entertaining my slightly crazy ideas :) x

Anna Baldwin MUA

I had the pleasure of working with Paul last week on a shoot accompanied by Vixen Photography

Paul took some amazing shots which I am very proud to put in my port and even took the time to take some beauty shots for me too...Thankyou Paul ☺️

Highly recommended and would love to work with him again in the future :)

Vixen Photography UK

I am honoured to have the pleasure of co-shooting with Paul. His ideas are endless. He is professional and gives good direction for the perfect shot, but he is relaxed and fun. I cannot highly recommend him enough and will always be on call to assist him.

Curiosity Photography Studio & Prop Hire

Paul hired our studio for the first time, he came in with lots of ideas, fully prepared and was a pleasure to deal with. Hope to work with him again soon.

L U C I A said...

I had my second shoot today with Paul and had amazing time. Our location was beautiful and his ideas were perfect. He is very professional, friendly and easy to work with. His pre shoot communication, as always, was excellent and I thoroughly enjoyed my shoot with him. I can't wait to see the finished shots as I know they are going to be stunning. I, once again, very highly recommend him and can't wait to shoot again soon! x