References for Gyokko

Anne May

I had a brilliant time working with Raphael again after almost 6 years (!) since our last shoot, though we did keep in touch over the years. :) When we started shooting away, it was like no time had passed at all. I very much enjoyed our chats and Raphael is the best hype guy you can ask for. He takes natural shots that look effortlessly beautiful - he knows how to capture the most flattering angles and is full of ideas to improvise with.

A true gentleman - highly recommended and I look forward to working with him again!

Ilvy Kokomo

I had the pleasure of working with Raphael recently at a daylight studio in London. He was fun, easy-going, and creative, making the shoot an absolute joy.

Time flew by as we worked seamlessly together, and we ended up creating some amazing images. Raphael has a great eye for detail and knows how to bring concepts to life while keeping the atmosphere relaxed and enjoyable.

I truly hope we get the chance to work together again in the future. Highly recommended!

Shelbie Edwards

First shoot with Raphael and wow! Had such great time shooting with him, sharing ideas before and after in such a stunning location in London and had such a fun time doing so.

Raphael was super kind to pick me up from the station and dropping me off at the end of the day. So easy to talk to and was making me feel more and more confident and comfortable throughout our shoot. We had so much time to work with and I feel like we have some amazing work to come ahead from the shots I saw.

I would highly recommend him and I really can't wait till the next time we get to work together! Thank you so much for your kindness and being the boom.com raph! 😁✨️

Emi.Li

Second time working with the fantastic Gyokko!

Despite me ending up in the wrong place to start, we still had a pretty relaxed but productive shoot.

Once again love what I've seen on the back of the camera-he's always full of good ideas- and always a pleasure to shoot with.

Thanks again!

-E

Quinn Linden

I had the pleasure of working with Raphael twice,he is not only exceptionally creative photographer, but also, incredibly unique person: big hearted, open minded, intelligent, attentive, supportive and an absolute fun to work with. I was treated like Queen and I truly enjoyed our time together. I can only highly recommend Raphael to anyone looking for top-quality photography paired with warmth and care 🫶🏻

Iris Rosa

I shot with gyokko for the first time in Italy and i was really impressed by his talent, afterwards we became good friends and besides being one of the most talented photographers i know, he is an extraordinary, intelligent and kind person and had always shown me a lot respect. his photos are pure art mixed with the skill of the hands of an artist who sees women as a muse to be venerated and valued to be maximum. thanks to him i loved my work even more and understood how to pose better. thank you so much dead friend, you are amazing.

i am sure that every model would love your photography and your professionalism.

Angel Black UK

Gyokko came highly recommend but a model friend so when he booked me during my Greater London Tour I was very happy! He is simply a fabulous photographer to work with for many reasons, one of which is his creativity. His pre shoot communications were excellent and upon arrival he explained his vision clearly as well as outfit suggestions which are always super helpful.

I knew we were going to capture gold and I was totally right. Gyokko has this wonderful ability to get along with anyone and the two of us had a good time, bantering constantly. In between the banter we wandered around the property and captured gorgeous shots everywhere. He's very open to ideas and was happy with any I had suggested but is equally happy to make decisions. He had a plan of shots and executed them beautifully.

We captured some fabulous images and worked seamlessly together to get them. Gyokko works phenomenally with flash! He was polite, professional and super easy to chat to. He has such enthusiasm for photography and I really had a blast.

The images looked epic and I look forward to seeing his edits! 1000% recommended.

Thankyou for a wonderful shoot!

Angel x

arr.ina.roawr

It was simply a pleasure to shoot with Gyokko. He provided an absolutely awesome location for the shoot wich made me super excited and creative.

Gyokko is an absolute gentleman, super friendly and easy to work with, does not overstep boundaries and was so kind to treat me and the other model with a lovely dinner at the ebd of the shoot.

I'm looking forward to my next visit in Uk and to my next shoot with him.

Emi.Li

We finally got around to it!

Much appreciation for his understanding about my lack of availability recently but we managed to sort something in the end (a testament to his perseverance haha)

A very relaxed and easy person to work with and the images *chef kiss* magnifique!

Thanks again!

Sigrife

I am so happy I got the chance to end my tour in the UK with Gyokko. I only had a few hours left in London and so we did some street fashion shooting. We found a cute cafe and took some amazing portraits and "everyday lifestyle photos" It was a real pleasure to get to know Gyokko and shoot with him. He is so kind, pleasant to work and spend time with, it really felt like the perfect thing to end my visit here in the UK. He was easy going, had some ideas and could give direction and I was allowed to freestyle and be me.

I look much forward our next shooting!! Hopefully in not so long in Sweden!

Thank you so much again.

WanderlustGetaways

Gyokko is an amazing person and an epic photographer!

We was lucky enough to have him attend one of our events this year in Sicily.

Unfortunatley due to an accident on the trip, we had to work with just 3 models on this occasion. However, gyokko did an amazing job and was alot of fun to be around. I will miss our late night discussions, Gyokko is a very intelligent and very attentive person and everyone really enjoyed his company on the trip.

I hope to see you again soon !

All the best,

Wanderlust

Kate Ri

It was an absolute pleasure shooting with Gyokko! He is a very smart and easygoing person. He pays attention to the model's comfort and takes great pictures! I can't wait to see the results of our first shoot and am looking forward to the next ones!

AnaAlmeida

I had my first photoshoot with Gyokko about a week ago and I can only say positive things about him.

We had a photoshoot full of ideas and creativity and Gyokko's relaxed posture made me feel completely at ease.

I hope I have the opportunity to work with him again! I recommend it 200%

Miss-Blondt

Had my first shoot with Gyokko who was at his house.

I had rented a car in London, which he helped to find a gasket for, he is a super helpful person and has his heart in the right place.

He also offered me food and drink, none and while we were shooting.

He had booked me for 3 hours where we got to shoot some super beautiful pictures, he is a person who is full of oneness and fun, he has the best ideas and I love his angles, he is kind respectful and so funny.

When I had another photographer who didn't bother to answer me even though we had agreed on a shoot, Gyokko said that if the person didn't answer me before the 3 hours were over he would like to book me for 2 more hours. So we ended up shooting for 5 hours which were super fantastic and we got some super beautiful pictures out of it.

Would definitely recommend Gyokko, you feel 100% pressure in his personality and he is a nice and agreeable person, and it is always a great pleasure to shoot with him. You also feel very comfortable and relaxed.

Would love to shoot again!

Jorji

Had my first shoot with Raphael, hopefully the first of many! Every other reference on here is spot on - he is the epitome of a gentleman and will do his utmost to make sure you feel comfortable on a shoot. He welcomed my partner and made both of us feel at ease, bought us lunch and even offered to take us out for sushi after (which we couldnt do but shall definitely be doing next time). Shooting with Raphael is like shooting with a friend, he's chatty, complimentary and respectful. A very chill and relaxed shoot, with plenty of time for chatting and we still got hundreds of images!

It honestly felt like spending the day with a mate and getting some awesome images at the same time. I cannot wait to see (and share) what we got on the day!

100% recommend! Very excited for our next shoot!

AshleyAshton

Really chilled and relaxed photographer, with a great concept for shooting.

Moves around and puts 110% in to achieve a good Angle . Is fun and unusual, has his own style and works towards a goal !

Definatley not one to overlook!

Il be looking forward to seeing Gyokko again in Sicily later this year!

Ashley

Antonia Jay

Had my second shoot with Gyokko at a really nice location he had sourced.

I had just flew to London from Milan and made my way to the location , I was looking forward to making magic with gyokko again but I wasn’t feeling 100% , gyokko offered mme food and drink and got me a cappuccino, we began our shoot and it was a lot of fun, he has the best ideas and I love his angles , he’s kind respectful and so much fun

After the shoot gyokko invited me to his flat where he ordered us food took care of me with lemsip , and got me a taxi to the train station .

Always the gentleman and epic artist I love working with this dude

Jasmine Loux

I've worked with Raphael multiple times now on my London trips, and I would definitely recommend it. He is a gentleman and knows how to get amazing shots! Always feel comfortable and considered throughout, and hope to work together many more times.

Deby Petite Model

Gyokko was a wonderful man and professional before, during and afer the shooting. I was very happy because we created some funny and beautiful ideas. I felt very confortable with him in my firt trip to London as model

I looking formard to repeat some day

Deby Petite Model

Gyokko was a wonderful man and professional before, during and afer the shooting. I was very happy because we created some funny and beautiful ideas. I felt very confortable with him in my first trip to London as model

I looking forward to repeat some day