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Amethyst .

Had my first shoot at Far Forest studio today with Albion Rob. I knew I was going to be impressed with the place as I have heard a lot about it but I was more than surprised to see how many shooting options there are. Mark is a great host, plenty of coffee and sweets (yum) and great for assistance - nothing is too much and as others have said, not intrusive at all. As an art nude model I spend a lot of time outdoors trying to find secluded spots and this studio offers that with a great feeling of ease. I had a lot of fun, thank you for having me :) !!

slphotography1

Today I had the pleasure of shooting at Far Forest.I did not know what to expect,as not had much experience with studios,but Mark come and meet me at the car park and was very friendly welcoming straight from the start as though we meet before.Mark showed me the studio and the whole site and very professional with all the light set up and taught me a lot during the whole shoot.I highly recommended Mark (Far Forest) for any togs,pro or just like me starting out with model photography.I wish I had time to take the offer for Mark to teach me more with lighting and the whole set up.Brilliant...Thanks Mark..hopefully will be up sooner when I get free time..Cheers for all the inputs and everything you taught me.

Zoom Out

I'd be meaning to check out Far Forest Studio for a while, so when I saw there was a group shoot with Ala-maya, I jumped at the chance. I'm really glad I did as it is a fantastic place to shoot. There are lots of different options for shooting, and it's such a beautiful and secluded location. Mark was incredibly helpful, giving advice, making tea and holding reflectors, but never too intrusive either. I will definitely be returning and can fully recommend hiring it!

Chris Reeves

I enjoyed another shoot here on Sunday, once again Mark was so welcoming and helpful, A Lovely day so outdoors in a variety of settings then into the Studio, all I can say is to anyone who has not been do try it out.

Charis Mae

Highly recommend you hire Far Forest Studio to shoot. Well equipped with excellent facilities including the availability of an extensive wardrobe. Outside location has several areas to shoot in, a secluded spot with amazing views. Extremely welcoming and great hospitality. Hope to return in the near future.

Simian

First time using Far forest and what a glorious location, lots of space available and the weather held (but even if it hadn't the studio area is large and versatile)

Mark is a font of great information and provides invaluable assistance and makes a damn good cuppa too. what more could you ask for?

I look forward to returning soon!

Bowtie David

My first shoot at far forest yesterday. I have never worked at a studio like it, It is truly unique.

Mark is a true gentleman . Coffee on arrival. and then a tour of this remarkable studio. I have never seen so many props and clothes, the waterfall has to be seen to be believed.

Mark was very very helpful , my photographs much improved by his help and advice,

It is without doubt the most incredible studio . the only fault is that the time flies

Highly recomended

Anna-Jana

Had my first shoot at Far Forest Studio this weekend. Beautiful outdoor spaces!

Mark was on hand to provide tea and biscuits, which were both very welcome, after the journey to get there.

Didn't get to use the indoor studio, but hopefully next time!

Beau Diamonds1

I had my first shoot at Far Forest Studio this weekend. On arrival I was welcomed by Mark who helped me carry my bags down the drive, and offered me refreshments while I was waiting for the rest of the group to arrive. Mark was really friendly and chatty and was genuinely interested in what images we were shooting.

FFS is located in some amazing woodland and has some great sets to use - we made full advantage of the graveyard set. The studio had great facilities and I was very impressed with all of the costumes/outfits you can hire....it was like an aladdins cave :-)

I would highly recommend FFS to both models and photographers - I'm really looking forward to the next time I have the opportunity to shoot here.

Thanks Mark for looking after us x

Andante

I had my first shoot at Far Forest this weekend, planning to use the outdoor woodland location, with the indoor studio as the backup plan. It is in a superb location, and offers photographers a wide choice of opportunities and facilities. Mark is very chatty, friendly and helpful, and always on hand to offer assistance and advice. Highly recommended and I will be revisiting soon.

Dillinger

My first shoot at Far Forest Studio and certainly not my last. Set in secluded woodland, which is perfect for outdoor shoots, with a number of pre built sets. The purpose built studio is also excellent with high ceilings and a good length for shooting, also plenty of good quality lighting and backdrops. Mark makes you welcome from the moment you arrive and I can't recommend this studio enough.

Miss mae_

Well...... what another incredible shoot I had at this beautiful place it was a studio day and I was very welcomed. Mark is just wonderful :) a pure bundle of happiness and joy. Marks pre comms were incredible and fast which was easy and handy for arranging a studio day. He is also on hand when you need him.

The studio is beautiful fully equipped and very clean.

All in all I'm pretty much lost for words of course in a good way. I'm just overwhelmed and highly impressed with marks attitude and the studio :)

Had a brilliant time shooting and being in the company of mark.

I highly highly HIGHLY recommend this place and would love to come here again which I'm sure I'll be hopefully arranging more studio days if mark will have be back ha :)

Thanks so much

Tann x

Eris-Art Photography

It was our first time shooting at Far Forest Studio yesterday and we are impressed!!!We were warmly welcomed by Mark and his wife Lynne. They are both friendly,kind,accommodating,relaxed-excellent hosts.Mark is very helpful on the set. Studio is professionally equipped and offers a range of different props,huge amount of clothing,wigs,backdrops and lighting sets.There was endless coffee and biscuits as well.

It's absolutely beautiful location with woodlands and waterfall-plenty fabulous outdoor sets available on the property.

It is such a wonderful place to work!!!

We highly recommend FFS to both models and photographers.

It definitely won't be our last time at this Studio.

Thank you Mark and Lynne.

We will be back soon!!!

Darkman

Excellent pre-shoot communications- Mark was both friendly and professional from the start. The studio facilities are excellent and the range of kit and props is very impressive and offers a range of different location settings and lighting sets. Highly recommended - and Mark makes a great cup of tea!!

Ruv Paianjen

First time shooting here, what a great unique studio, was great shooting here and I'll definitely be coming back

Highly recommended

lil minx 2014

Farforest is a totally unique lacation, proved to be a touch diffcult to visit thanks to the mysteries of public transport. However Mark & Lynne are lovely people and we really want to visit again. With weather on your side thst place has great photgraphic potential and next time I will get in the waterfall, lol

Jasmine99

My first shoot at Far Forest Studio, and what a delight it was. Mark and Lynne were friendly, accommodating and professional. Lynne knows her wardrobe inside out and was able to co- ordinate suitable outfits quickly and offered suggestions which finished the costumes beautifully.

Mark flawlessly organised the lighting and scenery as well as inspiring me as a 'new' models with ideas.

There was endless tea, coffee, water, squash and biscuits to add to the attraction.

The setting is stunning, unfortunately due to inclement weather we were unable to shoot outside. However inside was just as good with excellent changing facilities provided.

I will certainly be going there again.

Models in the Landscape

Again the system is perhaps a little limiting but FFS did indeed turn up.

We (www.hagleycameraclub.co.uk) booked FFS to host a group shoot with 13 club members and 3 models.

Owner Mark did correctly advise that he was a little concerned by our numbers as the norm is for groups of up to 4 and that the indoor space could not easily accommodate us if we suffered inclement weather.

In true Monty Pythonesque style, we built the castle on the swamp anyway.

Well of course the glorious weather of the last week disappeared and we enjoyed a day of drizzle broken up by near torrential downpours.

I have already commended our models by not being phased by this - please see individual references - so here I shall stick with Mark / FFS.

As I had previously experienced myself, Mark was on hand throughout to offer lighting advice etc to those with less experience within the studio environment and was not too proud to play Mother and also provide a seemingly endless supply of tea.

Such was the overall success, I cannot imagine that we shall not attempt to repeat the exercise albeit perhaps without the rain.

Vampire princess

My second shoot at far forest today. So much more than your average studio. Mark as always was very accommodating and I shall be back shooting here soon

Chris J Adams

Another great shoot at Far Forest Studio. This time it was a themed shoot with The Actor and Vampire Princess along with concepts shots that Vampire Princess wanted to shoot.

The facilities are amazing and Mark will always do his very best to accommodate any request. I would recommend this – studio doesn’t do it justice – photographic wonderland to every photographer looking for a lot more than a white wall and lights!