References for Fareham Studio

Fidster Photography

Fareham Studio came well recommended by two models I had booked to work with in the Portsmouth/South of England region. Pre-comms were great and all was sorted with ease.

Andy is the perfect host, offering plenty of tea/coffee/cold drinks (we also had shared interesting catch up and stories about the Cheltenham/Cotswold area (where the family and I used to go on holiday every year, as a child/young adult) and was on hand throughout the day if needed for any setup issues etc.

As previous references attest to, the studio has many different options and themes to suit a variety of styles and the upstairs area has plenty of workable and adjustable natural light, even on an overcast day with the downstairs studio providing countless strobe and coloured light options.

More than happy to recommend Fareham Studios to anyone looking for somewhere in the area and would happily use again if/when travelling to the area again, in future. Thank you for a great day.

Raymond1

Had not shoot at Fareham since Andy had taken on the new location. Andy has created some amazing spaces to work in. Although I only shoot with the natural light area it produced some amazing images. Andy has always proved to be amazingly helpful to all photographers that use the facilities. Such an easy guy to get along with. Outstanding studio day and a great experience. Highly recommended. Thank you.

MarynaSedin78

I had a pleasure to shoot at Fareham studio again, I was so happy to be back there and to work with Andy again. This is definitely one of the best studios I shot at, very well equipped with a comfortable changing room but what is more important Andy was helping us all the time setting amazing light using different light techniques and suggesting creative ideas. Andy is a pleasure to work with, he has very friendly personality and treated me really great. He is also very interesting to listen to and the atmosphere in Fareham studio is always the best.

Thanks, looking forward to working with you

Highly recommended,100%

stevie ball

I arrived and was warmly greeted by Andy. The studio is outstanding with so many different areas to shoot and the place is full of props and backdrops but not cluttered at all.Everything has its place and very accessible.

Andy was very supportive and gave me a few tips and tricks to work on.

A perfect studio to let your ideas run wild.

Many thanks Andy a pleasure to meet you and I'm sure I will be back your way in the near future.

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Last minute decision to see if the studio was available due to high risk of showers.

I am so glad we did!

Andy is such a great guy and nothing was too much trouble. I had a first shoot with a model and Andy was amazing with her as well as with me.

Genuine person that is also an awesome photographer.

S.P and myself had 2 hours in the natural light area and could easily have had much more time there!

Really good space to work in which was well equipped and well thought out.

Thank you Andy for another awesome time at the studio. See you again no doubt! 😁

Jon Downs

I recently had the opportunity to collaborate with Poppy, a talented model, for a captivating photoshoot at Fareham Studio. As an enthusiastic photographer, I must say that this experience surpassed all my expectations. And to add an interesting twist, this review was written in collaboration with Chat GPT, an advanced language model, to provide an engaging and informative perspective on my fantastic time at Fareham Studio.


From the moment I arrived at Fareham Studio, I was warmly greeted by the friendly staff (Andy) who made me feel right at home. The studio itself was impeccably designed, with a spacious and well-lit shooting area that offered endless possibilities for creative composition. The assortment of high-quality equipment available made it a breeze to capture every detail with precision.

The combination of Fareham Studio's exceptional facilities and Poppy's innate talent resulted in a series of extraordinary photographs. The lighting options available allowed me to experiment with various moods and styles, capturing breathtaking shots that exceeded my wildest imagination. Whether we were shooting in the vibrant outdoor area or utilizing the studio's versatile backdrops, every moment was filled with excitement and artistic exploration.

What truly sets Fareham Studio apart is the incredible support they provide to ensure a seamless and productive shoot. The staff's technical expertise and their willingness to go the extra mile truly made a difference. They were readily available to assist with any equipment adjustments or technical queries, ensuring that I could focus on the creative process without any hindrances.

Moreover, the overall ambiance of Fareham Studio fostered an atmosphere of creativity and collaboration. The professionalism and attention to detail displayed by both Poppy and Andy contributed to a harmonious and enjoyable experience. I felt valued as a customer and artist, which only enhanced the overall satisfaction I had with the shoot.

In conclusion, my experience at Fareham Studio with Poppy was nothing short of exceptional. The fusion of Fareham Studio's top-notch facilities, the remarkable talent of Poppy, and the unique collaboration with Chat GPT made it a truly unforgettable photoshoot. I highly recommend Fareham Studio to photographers and models alike who are seeking a professional, inspiring, and supportive environment to bring their creative visions to life.

Kevin Connery

Had a lovely remote session at Fareham Studio with Sinopa Rin recently, and was impressed by the soft natural light the upstairs sets had, and the variety of proppery :) available. I took advantage of the stairs and the downstairs, too.

It's a nice cozy studio, with some prebuilt sets (I didn't do much customizing, but there is an extensive collection of bits and bobs I could have used as well.)

Recommended!

Posbrook Pics

It was good to photograph at Fareham Studio after a bit of a break. This was for a small group session with people unfamiliar with studio work. All the equipement was available and in good working order so there was no time wasted sorting things out.

Andy was helpful and supportive as ever, lending assistnce to set up a complicated Film Noir rig. He even showed us the delights of the new Photoshop AI capacity.

I thoroughly recommend Fareham Studio.

Davfoto

Had a fantastic Group shoot with other photographers at Fareham studio arranged by cononphoto...Nick, with Mia UK, Andy set some super light/sets up that were as usual amazing he hosted the evening with a fabulous homemade curry & buffet spread, that was very delicious.

The shoot was every bit a successful social/photoshoot event, capturing some amazing beautiful images with Mia & great company.

Thanks again Andy for such a lovely enjoyable evening, first class!!

Very highly recommended studio.

Canonphoto

Wow - what an amazing evening, courtesy of the very talented studio owner, Andy Gaden who did such a fantastic job with the lights and hospitality

I arranged with Andy, a group shoot with 6 other photographers and the lovely Mia UK, and what a wonderful evening it was - all photographers and the model had a brilliant and fruitful evening.

Andy arranged 3 sets - fashion, portrait and art nude. Each of 7 photographers had approx 10 minutes each set.

The lighting by Andy was absolutely first class as always, and Andy’s organisation and prep work was far and beyond my expectations.

A perfect and very successful evening with 7 very happy photographers and hundreds of beautiful images produced.

Thank you so much Andy - the perfect host and lighting man! We are all truly grateful

Nick

Alessandro Pisi

Waiting for 90 minutes in Fratton, three cancelled South Western Train replacement buses, arrived late and I was a mess in a taxi. Andy sorted me out, made me welcome, again, de-stressed me, and rolled out the backdrop I wanted, love it, great studio, Andy understands artists. I'll be back!

Grant Menmuir

2nd time shooting at Fareham and spent a great day with two diferent models being very well looked after by Andy. A genuine pleasure to shoot there,

Kindheart

Had an amazing shoot at Fareham. Andy brought his Royal Enfield motorbike in and helped considerably with the lighting. I was fortunate to have 2 beautiful models, Zoe Arabella and Marisa Eva. Took some stunning pictures and had a very enjoyable morning.

Thank you Andy, stay well.

Miss Diamond Sparkle 💕☯

OMG REALLY IMPRESSED WITH THIS STUDIO TODAY...

Andy got taken to hospital but made sure the shoot still went ahead...

It was just a shame I didn't get chance to see Andy...

Thank you soooooooooooo much Andy and I hope you feel better...

JEB Photo

Andy is a top bloke and the studio is well equipped and really flexible - 100% recommend!

Miss Diamond Sparkle 💕☯

100% RECOMMENDED...

Andy and his studio are fantastic...

I had the perfect day...

Andy has been in the industry a long time and one of the best when it comes to knowing about lighting...

The studio itself is big with so many different opportunities and even has a shower...

Thank you so much...

Bont

I jhad another shoot at Fareham studios yesterday. The studio is wekll equiped and Andy is on hand to give assistace with lights etc

Highly recomended

Pentax-Man Photography

It has been a number of years since I last left a reference for this wonderful studio. As well as an amazing selection of equipment and props, there are a selection of sets too.

The friendly owners go out of their way to ensure that you are able to create the photos you want and are always available to offer any assistance that is required.

There are so many possibilities that you are only limited by your imagination. I total recommend this studio, it is actually what I require when booking a studio.

Emma3

I had my first shoot at Fareham studios. He toured me round the different scenes of the building to shoot in front of, the variety is there which brings new ideas to mind, room by room. A lot of photography equipment is there, old and new. Andy was there to help anytime me or the photographer needed it, he was always there on hand ready. I felt completely comfortable with him, like I have known for years. And on top of that, he was so generous to accommodate me for the night after my studio time. I recommend other models and photographers to shoot here. Thank you Andy :)

56 Hudson

Great studio with a many sets and nooks. Wonderful natural lighting upstairs: stobes on the main floor. Andy was a great help: making coffee, setting triggers and standing in as Rembrandt. The studio was recommended to me by Heather Rose as her favourite place to shoot. I understand why - highly recommended.