References for Far Forest Studio

Rebecca Perry

Had my first shoot at Marks lovely studio today in Kidderminster & what a pleasure it was! I cannot recommend Mark and his studio enough!Fantastic pre shoot communications, everything planned/organized smoothly.

Also very personable on the shoot and we had some good conversations during the session which helped keep things relaxed. If you shoot at Marks studioyou will get 1. Fantastic lighting advice 2. Great comms, 3. Excellent on set experience, 4. Great value 5. Excellent images Mark is very respectful and a lovely person, Thanks for a great shoot Mark

Rebecca :-)

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photofoyer

I had an opportunity to work with AprilK at Far Forest Studio today. This is very nice and large studio with superb lighting and plenty of additional equipment for creative shooting. I had an excellent communication with the studio owner Mark before shooting. I had nice time here and I will try to use this studio few times in 2018. Thank you for perfect hospitality. Five stars service in my opinion !!

ShakerMaker

I shot at Far Forest for the first time on Friday morning. Awesome studio, it has everything you need with a fully fitted and high quality studio. The owner, Mark, was very welcoming and knowledgeable.

I didn't shoot much in the grounds around the studio, but they were very impressive and I'll be back in the new year to try it all out, I'm sure.

Silk

I had the pleasure of working at Far Forest Studio last week and what a lovely experience it was. A photographer had booked me for the whole day at Far Forest, so when I turned up in the morning Mark was a warm and welcoming sight. His friendly manner and helpful guidance around the studio was most welcome. Mark is a great host and made me feel at ease.

The studio itself is large, roomy and fully equipped with all you could desire. The outdoors was covered in snow when I went but looks amazing! I would love to work here again, possibly even do a studio day!!

Thanks again, highly recommended to all models.

Silk x

Broadbean

I consider my self very lucky and privileged to have been able to arrange a day at Far Forest Studio for my chosen model and myself. The studio is large and a great deal of thought has gone into its layout. Very well equipped with numerous Lights, various paper as well as cloth backdrops and posing props. The model is very well catered for with her own en suite changing room an endless supply of tea and sweets and the studio is heated to her liking. What makes this studio stand out is its owner Mark. A warm welcome will await you, help and advise from a man that knows his art form inside out and is only too willing to share his vast amount of knowledge with you. Thank you Mark for everything you did I can not recommend you and your studio enough.

sylvie Rose

Had my first visit to Far Forest studio today and might I say its an awesome studio, in an absolutely beautiful location. Mark was the hostess with the mostess;not only providing a great well equipped studio,but also there was some sugary delights and a great cup of tea. Was such a great day. I highly recommend Marks studio. A 100% recommendation from me. Big loves x. sylvie Rose.

M e l a n y

It was such a pleasure to shoot at Far Forest Studio today and to meet Mark. We had a very productive 6 hour shoot and made use of the very well equipped indoor space as well as the picturesque woodland that surrounds the studio.

Mark was the perfect host, and makes a seriously good cup of tea! He’s also a lighting genius so I feel like I’ve learned a lot today too.

Far Forest Studio is very highly recommended by me and I very much hope to be working here again soon!

Paul Archer Photography

This was my very first shoot with professional models, and at a professional studio. I must admit, I was feeling rather nervous, and didn’t really know what to expect. But I need not have worried, because Mark and his lovely wife, put me right at ease from the off. And what a great studio they have - excellent outdoor sets, and a large indoor studio with a vast collection of lighting and props. Mark was on hand throughout the day helping direct the models, and offering advise whenever I needed it.

I can’t recommend Far Forest Studio highly enough! I will definitely be going back in the new year.

Steve Mitchell

Today was my fourth visit of 2017 to Far Forest Studio having discovered it by attending an open morning in January; but this time it was for an organised Group Shoot. Normally I am not a great fan of group shoots as they tend to be heavily regimented. However, this proved not to be case at Far Forest where Mark organised the day in his own unique hospitable style and myself and three other enthusiasts enjoyed an excellent four hours of relaxed and convivial photography utilising both the surrounding woodland and the studio itself. The two excellent models Pixie1 and Sophie C supported by Lynn (resident MUA) worked with energy and enthusiasm to ensure that we all came away with a series of excellent images. This is a cost effective way of appreciating what this excellent studio has to offer and also for meeting the photographic models who work regularly at the studio. Thank you for an excellent day. Very highly recommended.

Chris Reeves

Another really enjoyable shoot here, Mark and Lyn are so helpful, Mark with the set up of lights etc and Lyn has a lovely selection of clothes and props to choose from, thanks to them, until the next time.

Lee Pearce Art

I had the opportunity to visit Far Forest Studio for the first time recently, for their group session with the lovely Miss Rosie Lea.

I had a great time, feeling comfortable and welcome from the moment I arrived. The smaller number of photographers than you might usually find on a group shoot (just 3) allowed for a pleasantly relaxed atmosphere and easy work flow, never once feeling like I was competing for the model's attention or feeling rushed or short of time.

The studio itself is a fabulous space, situated in 2 acres of woodland with many great spots to shoot in and a fully equipt indoor studio if the weather takes a turn for the worse.

Mark was friendly and welcoming from start to finish and seemed happy to provide assistance in any way we needed, from holding the reflector in just the right spot, to providing us all with a good cup of tea (several in fact), or simply chatting with us between sets.

In all, it was a great day, at a great location, with a great host, which yielded great results. I highly recommend Far Forest Studio to anyone thinking of visiting and I will surely be back myself in the new year.

John Simpson

This was my first (likely of many) visit to Far Forest Studio. The studio has a lot of good equipment, is a good size and is airy and warm. It really feels like a good place to work in. Mark is an excellent host, welcoming and hugely helpful.

Mark had organised the time as a group shoot which to be honest I've tended to avoid in the past. However Mark described it as 'like a group of friends all interested in photography, relaxed, having a laugh and just enjoying the shoot.' It was! And we got some great images thanks also to Rosie Lea. Highly recommended.

(Oh, I didn't mention the amazing 2 acres of woodland shooting space and features :-) You just have to go and see it!)

DonTDeath

Another enjoyable shoot - with Rosie Lea :) - at Far Forest on a group session organised by Mark.

The smaller numbers (just 4 togs allowed) seem to give much better session with more access to the model.

Not my first with one of these and hopefully not my last.

Highly recommended.

BrianG456 said...

I had a shoot a couple of days ago with the wonderful Claire Topaz at Far Forest Studio.

This was my first proper studio shoot and was a a little nervous, but I needn't have worried.

Mark was great. He was so helpful from the moment I arrived, he showed me around the studio, explained all the lighting we had available and gave me a tour of the outdoor spaces too.

His input was fantastic and definitely helped me throughout the duration of the shoot.

The facilities at Far Forest were superb. Although I only shot in the studio itself the outside areas were stunning. I will definitely be looking at returning to the studio to shoot again as soon as possible.

Great facility... Highly recommended.

Development

I do like a nice cup of tea.... Mark kept us very well topped up throughout the day!

Great studio, fully equipped with terrific outside space. Aaaand special offer reductions in the next couple of months.

Shoot here!

PhilD

This was my first shoot at Far Forest and it suited Gracieuxlove on tour plus me being Warwickshire based.

To have the combination of a warm and well equipped studio with a private woodland , especially with our autumn colours, was just perfect.

Mark is helpful and constructive, being on hand when needed, but invisible when not. Also supplies regular tasty brews.

Fully recommended to all .

trebor images

Had my second outdoor shoot in the forest with Tann and Claire (MUAH). As usual Mark was on hand for the cups of tea and help with setting up the equipment in the forest and giving guidance of good locations.Mark is a great host and is always on hand to help . The forest has so many opportunities and locations - its a bit like being in a sweet shop !!

Highly recommended and will be back again to use the superb indoor studio facilities and lights.

cheers

Bob

_nataliexjayne_

Stunning, stunning location! Cannot recommend it enough. Highly equipped inside and outside. Mark was amazing and has some incredible wildlife shots and stories to tell if you’re interested in that sort of photography too.

Sugn216

Far forest studio was an amazing experience. Beautiful views wit various different location. I had amazing day and made to feel welcomed. I would definitely go again and I would definitely recommend. Thanks for having.👌👌

Shelley Louise

WOW! Far Forest studios was everything I hoped for and more. It’s by far the best studio I have ever seen with it’s amazing outdoor areas of woodlands, waterfalls and a grave yard and then the studio inside was great too, I had my own area to change and get ready. There was a light up mirror to do my make up and a long mirror to check my outfit and everything else I could ever want.

Mark and Lin were the nicest, friendliest hosts I could wish for. They were offering cups of tea and toast throughout the day. Mark was helping with the lighting and Lin was choosing outfits and accessories from the most amazing room full of outfits. I love the way she styled me and how helpful they both were.

It was a bit of a drive to get there but definitely worth travelling to as it’s a studio like no other with amazing hosts. I highly recommend this place. If you’ve never been you definitely need to go!

Thank you both for everything, I hope to be back soon!