References for f/8 Studio

Alethia Dawn

I shot here with Paul and was really impressed with the studio. So much space, a ton of props, quality equipment. The changing area was really lovely and the toilets close by and immaculate. The studio was also a good temperature.

Will happily recommend f/8 for shoots going forward! A*

M e l a n y

I had a fantastic studio day at F/8 - my favourite local studio! I was welcomed by the lovely Alley who looked after me to well all day, making coffee and helping out with the lighting set up.

I love the natural light in this place and there is also and excellent selection of lights and backdrops, not to mention awesome props.

I'm delighted to be returning on Sunday 8th of December and can't wait!

Thank you Alley for hosting such a lovely studio day for me xx

David Shickell

This is an incredible little studio. Both owners Alley and Paul are both professional, accommodating and hard working.

No matter what the request they have always managed to find a solution from finding suitable models, assisting in the studio or making a brew. I really can't begin to say enough about this studio.

The area around the studio is also great from industrial streets to graffitied walls and American cars. Its currently being improved with new aesthetics and will always be a place for me to work from. Thank you F/8 for being everything I need in a studio.

Savannah Sapphire

Great studio with ample naturalight. Very lovely and hospitable manager. Small but comfortable changing area. Lots of exciting props and set items. Highly recommended

Figment

Had my first shoot at f/8 studio this week and I have to say what a positive experience it was.

Paul was very welcoming and helpful with the studio and lighting set-up. He was able to offer some really good guidance and advice as I was trying out a new lighting set-up for me so he gave me a few good tips.

The studio has lots of lights and props so I would definitely recommend Paul and this studio to anyone!

samthedog

I definitely recommend f/8 Studio - previously Shadow Studio. I've worked there many times since it started up and always enjoy shooting there. Paul, the new owner has/will continued making improvements started by Mark & Hannah. Good to see the false ceiling has already been removed adding more height which, along with other planned additions will change f/8 from a great studio into a superb one. Hope to continue my association with f/8 in the future. There is a large selection of studio lights and modifiers available as well as the super natural light on hand - weather permitting. Plenty of useful props too.

John

TedBancroftPortraits

Had my first shoot at f/8 Studio at the old match factory in Gloucester. Plenty of lights and props, hot and cold drinks a plenty, stacks of free parking on site, the train station is nearby. A very friendly studio.

Midas Eye

Mark was very accommodating and welcomed both Trish and me and showed us around. Well equipped studio with great natural light possibilities. 100% recommended.

Colin Nash LRPS

Had my first shoot at Shadow today since Mark and Hanna took it over. They were so helpful with getting the kit ready and even went out to buy some props for us so that a set would look better.

Working with SimoneH we were very lucky that it was a bright sunny day so were able to get some lovely sensual natural light images by the window.

Refreshments kept arriving and they both kept out of the way while we were working. Great team running the studio and thoroughly recommended.

KJC Photography

Had my second shoot at Shadow Studio, Mark is always helpful.

Got some great shots of Simone the model, lots of space and props.

Highly recommend.

Thanks Mark.

davidbailey

A wonderful studio run by Mark and Hannah.

Shadow studio has everything a photographer could wish for.

It is always a pleasure to go there.

I especially like the brown wall, wonderful for portraits.

I shot there with Jezebel who is an incredible model.

I will be back there again.

Highly recommended.

davidbailey

Shadow studio is always a pleasure to go to.

Mark and Hannah are great hosts, plenty of tea on hand.

I shot there with Rebecca Perry today who was wonderful. A great model.

Shadow studio is warm and inviting, and has everything you could ask for in a studio.

I have already organised another shoot there.

Highly recommended.

Steve Mitchell

I had a shoot at Shadow Studio today with Simone H. It is an excellent studio with a mixture of natural light, studio flash equipment and a range of useful props. Mark and Hannah are always excellent hosts and put both photographers and models at ease. It was apparent today just how much hard work has been put in by the owners to make this a welcoming place to shoot. It was immaculate with a screened changing area for Simone, the studio space itself clean and the props and lighting tidily arranged and easy to access. A great place to shoot in this area of the country. Thank you. Highly Recommended.

Paul Davies

Shot at Shadow Studio for the first time today. Great space, plenty of natural light if you want it or lots of lighting and modifiers if that is what you prefer.

Plenty of props to use and very, very helpful owners.

Great place to shoot and look forward to doing so again soon.

Rebecca Perry

Im a local model I shoot at Shadow Studio on a regular basis & What a pleasure it always is!

Mark & Hannah are always so welcoming and keen to help when required. The studio is warm & cosy & Has a lovely model changing room, great sets and backdrops!

The studio is very easy to find & has free parking!

Also Hannah makes the best brew ever! :-p

I look forward to my next shoot at SS very soon! :-)

Highly recommended by me! :-)

Rebecca

www.rebeccaperry.net

See The Best In You

I have shot a few times over the last three or four weeks at Shadow Studio and I have to say that every time it is an absolute pleasure.

Mark and Hannah are the perfect hosts, always ensuring that a cuppa is on hand and always being willing to assist and give advice when wanted, but otherwise staying in the next room. The atmosphere they create ensures that both the models and photographer are comfortable and relaxed.

Of particular note is the supportive and constructive comments that they give to me and I feel that my photography improves every time I visit Shadow Studio.

Very much recommended.

JohnDuder

Two-tog, two model session at Shadow.

A nice range of lighting gear and some interesting props (the piano... wonderful) in a well laid out area with some lovely natural light.

Clean and decently warm (we had to turn a heater off at one stage as the models were overheating!), and handily placed in Gloucester, it's a good place to work.

Recommended.

Chrism8

A superb shoot with Shadow Studio, nice and warm on entry, very clean and tidy and nothing was to much trouble for Mark or Hannah.

Loads of changes since they've taken on running the studio, all for the better with more to come.

Highly recomemnded

Chris

Xclusive Magic Photography

My first visit to this studio in over two years which is since its rebranding and management change. And wow what a pleasant experience. It is immediately noticeable and appreciated just how much work and effort has gone in to improving this facility. Hannah and Mark are wonderfully patient hosts who are on hand to help with lighting setup etc to ensure your photo session runs smoothly.

Although on this occasion I was there as part of a collaboration I am suitably impressed with the studio and for sure will be booking in a shoot of my own sometime soon.

M e l a n y

Shadow Studio ticks all the boxes for me...and much more! The owners Mark and Hannah are so lovely and attentive. Always on hand to make drinks and sort out the lighting set up. They are super friendly and very obliging.

I love the space provided at Shadow Studio, it's big and well set out with beautiful original industrial windows that are great to pose in as well as providing natural light. They have a range of back drops that we used today for the studio day I was hosting there. Lots and lots of excellent props.

Many thanks guys for having me and I hope to be back soon at one of my favourite studios :)