References for Model Photography Holidays

Louisa Lu

I had a great time modelling for Model Photography Holidays trip in Portugal 2024 :) thank you so much Gavin and Michelle for having me! Gavin and Michelle are very kind, empathetic, professional and accommodating. They work very hard to make sure all models and photographers are happy and healthy. Michelle was very lovely she would help models if any models needed anything or felt unwell at any time. Very organised trip, well planned and professional. I highly recommend to all photographers and models! I hope to come back soon :D thanks for having me Louisa xx

Sapphire Rose1

This was my second trip with model photography holidays and I really enjoyed it! We shot in some stunning locations and they’re so professional! I would highly recommend

cottage studio

Gavin at modelphotographyholidays uses this property on a regular bases for workshops and other shoots. Gavin is always respectful towards the models and towards the venue. He is fun and professional. I have no issues with recommending him. Thanks Viv

Creative Image

My first time on one of Gavins organised Photography events - 'Model Photography holidays' in Lanzarote.

Gavin is a professional photographer.

For these events he organises he wants every photographer to not just enjoy themselves, enjoy the locations, but to come away with a wealth of super images.

Plus to enjoy the experience with everyone getting along together in the creative togetherness.

Focusing on ensuring Models, Photographers alike are involved, looked after. The event runs smoothly, respecting the time slots and models. All photographers regardless of experience can call on him for assistance, just ask.

He researches the locations beforehand and in some cases during the event when they arise. Which provides a good selection of creative scenarios from which each photographer can take advantage.

The locations are not just great scenic opportunities but of course photographic creative ones too. From the villa, to black beaches to derelict buildings to a massive derelict hotel.

To sum up, Gavin really wants to deliver a well run event that is relaxed, yet energised, productive, inclusive and enjoyable through out.

Would certainly Recommend.

Tania Aresti

I had the pleasure of being one of the models in Lanzarote for Model photography holidays.

Big well done to Michelle & Gavin for their hard work, organisation skills & making sure everyone was ok the whole event.

They are 100% professional & i felt comfortable & safe the whole time I was on the trip.

Everyone got on so well & the vibe was awesome. Michelle & Gavin worked really hard at finding some great locations which you couldn't get in England. A black beach, an abandoned hotel, pool shots to name just a few.

They catered the trip to have a balance of shoot time, down time and social time. I thought the balance was great, as someone who does need time to myself sometimes, I felt like i got that.

I had so much fun, it was so sad to say bye to everyone at the end as we all bonded so well.

I highly recommend this trip. Michelle & Gavin really are lovely people to spend the week with & Gavin even went the extra mile with the photogs offering them editing advise.

If you want a week in the sun to chill, shoot & spend time with awesome people this is the trip for you.

I'm lucky enough to be going on their trip in September to Portugal which im excited about.

Lockley.katie

So I had the absolute pleasure of being part of the Lanzarote may trip organised by modelphotographyholidays

What a buzz from start to finish , not only was it brilliantly organised but the people just gelled so easily and we all got along so great

From days shooting round the villa to abandoned buildings it was all so much fun ,

All along with evening meals out with laughs and banter

I was so nervous about going away with people I didn’t really know but I can honestly say they made it so easy and comfortable for me

I would 100% recommend anyone wanting to do this to do it with them

You won’t be disappointed

Hopefully I will be returning on another one of there trips soon !

Thankyou so much for such a great experience!

Katie

Veronica De Savary

Second year I attended this holiday and it was a great addition for my portfolio.

I’ve built much great experience through Model Photographic Holidays and have to thank Michelle and Gavin.

There’s a lot to learn from other models through observing their shoots hence I would recommend this type of holiday for any aspiring model.

Sapphire Rose1

I loved shooting with Model Photography Holidays from start to finish. Went on their Portugal trip and was such an amazing experience! Fantastic locations and great fun to shoot with! Would highly recommend

Aria Wild

From beginning to end, Model Photography Holidays was an absolute dream to work with! They are incredibly friendly, supportive, professional and fun! They have impeccable communication and great organisation skills. I truly had the best time shooting with them and can’t wait to do it all again next year! Thank you for the best time! X

Bettyyvalentine

Had a test shoot with gavin back in june at a lovely cottage in colchester. We got some flattering images in the garden, glass greenhouse and the lounge. I bought multiple outfits with me which worked well on camera. I am yet to see the edited versions of the images, but so far so good! Pre communication was at a professional level leading up to the day of the shoot! Thanks again

Tania Aresti

Had a great test shoot with Model Photography Holidays at Cottage Studios for their photography holidays.

Both Michelle & Gavin were a pleasure to be around! Both friendly, chatty and easy going. They were both 100& professional, i felt comfortable around them at all times & my comfort during the shoot was their priority.

Michelle's studio is a great place to shoot as well with plenty of scenic photography options.

All in all a wonderful experience, I highly recommend & we are in talks about me coming along to one of their trips.

Sapphire Rose1

I attended one of their test shoots and really enjoyed working with them. They were really organised and communicated really well! Shots turned out amazing! Would love to work with them both more in the future

Jen Bailey

Second trip to Portugal for model photography holidays and was just as fun as the first :) we stayed in a lush private villa with pool in the algarve and got loads stunning shots at the villa and also out on nearby locations beach etc. model photography holidays team is so nice we all get on really well and have a laugh and lots fun :) but is also very well organised and productive and you get lots beautiful images, we shot wide variety of looks and locations. You also get time to chill and also had nice meals and nites out. I have shot with Gavin and model photography holidays on many different shoots and looking forward to future trips, highly recommend going on the trips and also shooting with Gavin talented professional photographer I’m always very happy with the images :)

Geraint Williams

Joined Model Photography for the first time last October. Gavin and Michelle are very professional and have excellent communication skills whilst organising the event in Portugal.

In all we had a ball with the models and other photographers. The models were very patent with me as I took a brand new camera with me which I had never used before to I was fumbling a fair amount especially at the start.

I would therefore highly recommend and photographer or model for that matter interested in a fun break booking on the next tour.

AngelSnooks_Model

Highly recommend shooting with Model Photography Holidays. Gavin is very professional, I had a great time shooting in Portugal with Gavin (Sep-Oct 22), I felt comfortable, my levels wasn’t pushed at all and I was still quite new to the model industry then so I even had some help with how to position myself for the shots. I look forward to many more trips with Model Photography Holidays and the rest of the team.

Veronica De Savary

I was quite new to modelling and had the pleasure of conducting shoot with Gavin of MPH. I really enjoyed the experience so much and this has been the start of my modelling career. Kudos to Gavin! Secondly I have received amazing images and Gavin went out of his way to deliver.

As far as the photographic holiday was concerned I would recommend this to models of all levels as three of the other models were all extremely experienced within their careers.

Jen Bailey

I have worked with Gavin on many different shoots at cool locations for various magazine publications for good few years now. And very happy to be one of the professional models for model photography holidays :) we shot abroad in Portugal in 2019 and was such a fun trip the rest of the team are luvly and got awesome imiages and publications :) I have modelled for couple Uk workshops since for model photography holidays that were just as fun and productive and can’t wait to shoot for them again in Portugal in September/October this year :) I would highly recommended Gavin very professional and talented photographer and great to work and get along with :) and highly recommend model photography holidays you will have loads fun and get awesome images and publications, hope to see you at a model photography holidays event soon :)

Helen Diaz

I worked with Gavin recently at the amazing Talliston House on a recent tour! Gavin had kindly booked me for half a day and we had such a fantastic, productive and creative shoot together! It was our first time working together and I am always a little nervous, but needn't have been as right from the offset Gavin was down to earth, fun and full of banter! I felt like I had known him as a friend as soon as we worked together, which is a sign of a great shoot! :)

The shoot was full of laughter as we explored the many different rooms to work in. Gavin is such a talented photographer and made the most of the space- his lighting and creative eye for a shot are just fantastic. He was also super kind to share with myself and Talliston a large selection of images after the shoot, which I know Talliston House were over the moon with! They were beautifully captured and really showed the house off to its highest potential. Super highly recommended and I hope we work together again soon! Thankyou for a lovely day, Helen x

Simon Hipkin

Had my First Wedding shoot on Tuesday it was amazing.

Gavin was fantastic to work with, he makes you feel comfortable and relaxed. This is the second time I've worked with Gavin. At the shoot he's always happy for you to give ideas but he's always knows what he's doing and captures excellent photo's. I look forward to work with him again in the future. Highly Recommened 😃

Leonie Parker

Have my first bridal shoot with Gavin yesterday and it was such a fab shoot.

I enjoyed every minute of it and had great fun. Gavin was very friends and easy to get along with and made me feel very comfortable and was a good laugh. Gavin was very professional giving me great direction and posting styles.

Would love to work with Gavin again in the future

I would highly recommend Gavin to anyone wanting to have a great shoot and images.

Thank You

Leonie x