References for Aperture photography

♥ Chiara Elisabetta

I have worked with Daryl several times over the past 5 years and he's always been so lovely, courteous, respectful and a delight to work with, whether in studios, on location, in posh mansions..

He's a cheeky character, (in a good way - I love people with personality and Daryl is so easy to get on with) and we always have a laugh too.

Highly recommended, can't wait to work with you hopefully in 2017 :)

M I S C H K A H

It was great to see Darryl again after so long! We have shot numerous times and always have productive sessions! This one was especially good as Darryls photography has really improved since we met way back, as has my modelling! We worked two hours at Curiosity Studio in South Wales and then he kindly drove me back to Newport afterwards! Always a pleasure working with Darryl, he is always respectful and professional and happy! I cant wait to share the images with you all. Very highly recommended.

Gem

Had a great shoot today with Daryl, he was super friendly and we shot loads of different sets. I've the images and they look fab! He was full of ideas for poses and knew his stuff with lighting. An experienced photographer - would recommend him to anyone. Looking forward to our next shoot!

Curiosity Photography Studio & Prop Hire

As always it was an absolute pleasure to have Daryl attend one of our studio days, the fun and banter you get when working with him will bring the sunshine to anyones grey day :)

Daryl has a way with models that completely puts them at ease, brings out their creativity which harmonised with his own creates some magnificent images.

I would recommend Daryl 100%

Thank you Daryl for being such a pleasure, and making our models experience such a positve one always :)

Keira Lavelle

Darryl was my first photographer on the second day of my studio weekend at Curiosity Studios during my Wales tour. :) He was in touch with me prior to the day to give a heads up about goodies to bring which is sooo helpful when you have shoot arrangements coming out of your ears for a ten-day tour... whose to say that you can't have a real productive blast on a studio day slot: Darryl is a regular at Curiosity and I thought the banter and the whole session atmosphere was barrels of fun. We got many gorgeous sets done and upon each review of the back of the camera my eyes were lighting up with joy to see how epic the images were looking; I think it's safe to say that Darryl caught my every possible expression in my facial vocabulary as he allowed me to just do my thing but gave great direction if he spotted something that was the making of a super image. Between us we were quite a creative pair - I for one found Darryl so easy to get along with and we had an awe-inspiring time making some really pretty pictures. We have already re-booked a full day working together next year and I am greatly looking forward to seeing what ideas we can throw around the studio this time around!

My main things that make a shoot one that I'd look forward to doing again are: a fab creative team rapport, and having a laugh while we shoot because it makes every ounce of difference to the whole experience. Darryl nailed both of these, he's a terrific photographer whose talent lies not only in stunning portraits but he's pretty darn awesome at creatively framing wacky/off-the wall poses too. :D It's the difference between me looking like an absolute head-case in an image and the image turning out rather WOW. He sure knows what to look for when a model does their thing. :P The time really did fly by with a stress-free flow that was relaxed but productive in all the right ways.

Etiquette-wise, he is a true gentleman. Very respectful of a models comfort during a shoot and will make effort to look out for/respect their levels which is super reassuring if you are doing stretchy-risqué poses to get a cracker of a shot but may be showing a little too much at times. He's a kind softie at heart and I have no doubts that other models will have an epic time working with Darryl too. Top professionalism, really helpful communications and a brill sense of humour to help add a giggle or two to the day. :D Thanks ever so much Darryl! See you in February!

Darrly is a photographer I would recommend very highly to other models.

Keira x

Beehive Photo Studios

Darryl hires our studio on a regular basis and is a great client and very professional. Thank you.

Artemis Fauna

Fourth shoot with Darryl and they just keep getting better and better! We had use of a lovely hotel room this time round and took so many wonderful images.

It was nice to catch up with Darryl after a few years and we are already talking about 2-3 more shoots for next year- can't wait!!

Thanks, Darryl- looking forward to next time :)

Victoriah

I shot with Darryl recently on my Bristol tour he came and collected me even though he got lost bless him we got straight on with The shoot and still managed to get some great shots

Honestly he is such a lovely down to earth person it was a pleasure meeting him and finally working with him too

I honestly can't wait to work with him again I would highly recommend him to anyone as a person and a photographer.

Sinopa Rin

I had a lovely afternoon with Darryl at Maunsel House yesterday. Darryl had some great ideas of his own by was also happy to take on my suggests of lighting, poses etc. He also gave me plenty of time to relax over lunch and adjust hair/make-up which is always appreciated. We are already discussing our next shoot and I'm looking forward to it. Recommended.

KRG

I had a great time shooting a half day with Darryl at the gorgeous Maunsel house!

Darryl's pre shoot communications were detailed and organised, the whole process was easy and Darryl is a star to work with. Relaxed, complimentary as well as professional I would not hesitate to recommend working with Darryl and I am already looking forward to our next shoot!

Katie

DominikaW

I had worked with Darryl at Full Moon Studio for ouer Charity day organised by Helen Diaz.

He came on time very well prepared, He had lots of ideas and it was very easy to work with!

Daryl is also very friendly and we definetly get some Great images on the day !!

Thank you for a great shoot and for support ouer charity!!

Highly Recommended!!!

Helen Diaz

I worked with Darryl at Full Moon Studios with model Dominika Wenz for our charity studio day, raising money for The Childrens Hospice. Darryl had very kindly booked our last 2 hours of the day and arrived on the day a little ill and under the weather, but still made the effort to be there to support the day, which was really appreciated.

Myself and Dominika worked together for a few shots and also apart, working from fashion to nude. Darryl is a larger than life character, very easy to talk to and the shoot is also full of laughter, conversation and banter! The lighting by Huw at Full Moon Studios was beautiful and the images looked awesome! Really looking forward to seeing the results and hope to work with you soon :) Helen x

Sara Szpak MUA

I had the pleasure of working with Darryl for a first time at Manse studio. Darryl is a real gentleman! He has excellent rapport with the models and makes them feel special. He is chatty, confident and producing some gorgeous work. I felt like I knew him for a long time which means Darryl is easy going and great to be around.

As a photographer Darryl works very professional, You can find versatility in his portfolio that shows Darryl's

creativity and preparation to each photoshoot. Hope I will work with Darryl very soon.

Higly recommended to others!

Thank you Darryl :)

Ivy Lee

I had a fantastic shoot with Darryl and the team on Monday at Mansel house. Darryl was kind enough to hire some beautiful dresses and outfits for the day which looked amazing in the house!

Darryl is brilliant to shoot with and is a brilliant photographer, he sure knows his camera stuff!

He is easy to work with and easy to get along with!

I really enjoy working with Darryl and I am really looking forward to the next shoot in August!

Highly recommended, Thank you Darryl !!

Nikita Banana

Another fantastic shoot with Darryl. This time at Curiosity Studio in South Wales.

We got through several of Darryl's ideas including latex on a motorbike, some retro fashion and art nudes. Darryl got some amazing images from the shoot and I'm looking forward to the next time we work together.

Thanks again Darryl for another brilliant shoot!

Highly recommended!

Elesha Eden

I had a fab shoot as the model at ChezMoi monthly studio days

A really fun photographer is Darryl full of fab ideas and a wicked photographer

the ideas flowed over the 5 sets and each time we shot, it was individual and unique

Many thanks for a great fun day

happy to recommend to everyone

Thankyou Darryl

Elesha

Joceline Brooke-Hamilton

I just completed my sixth shoot with this lovely considerate and kind photographer. Such nice man to spend the day with; interesting to talk to, full of good ideas, and very professional in his approach. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him, he's super :)

AnnaRose

Had another brilliant shoot with Darryl at Manse Studio in Bridgend. Darryl is friendly, very down to earth, has a great sense of humour and a heart of gold. We always get along very well and have many interesting conversations between shooting.

Whilst shooting Darryl always looks after me well by make sure I have plenty of breaks, comfortable and always warm.

In the time that we had, we managed to get through a variety of sets achieving great results. Darryl also allowed me to have an input into the shoot and let me pose freely.

I do hope we are able to shoot again in the future and I can whole heartily recommend Darryl to anyone.

Thank you for an enjoyable experience.

:)

Zara Watson

Had a brilliant shoot with Darryl at Manse Studio and out at the beach :D He is alot of fun to work with, very, relaxed, chatty and creative. Has great ideas and is just an absolute pleasure to work with. I loved the styles we shot and the images looked great on the back of the camera. I've hardly ever shot on a beach, but we did a quick shoot on there, more of a lifestyle type shoot and it was fab, I could have stayed all day ,the place was beautiful and the pics looked great. Darryl is lovely and considerate of the cold however and didn't want me to freeze, which is very thoughtful. Always a great shoot with Darryl, trustworthy, professional, yet friendly and fun.

Thanks once again for a great afternoon, look forward to seeing more of the images :D :D x

Highly recommended :D

Hannah Foster

I had yet another shoot with Darryl at my home today. It's always great fun working with him, shoots are relaxed, enjoyable & fly by!

Darryl is always full of ideas and ensures you are comfortable throughout! Already planning our next shoot. Highly recommended.

Hannah x