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Hollyoliva

Raph approached me about working together a couple of months ago. We arranged a last min shoot while i was near london. he picked me up promptly in a cab, and helped me with my suitcase. He was very easy to chat to and at times we got carried away chatting haha! but he was also very good and decisive at giving advice and opinions on both matters related to the shoot and general questions i asked him. As with all my shoots we lost track of time and got carried away shooting but this has resulted in some very beautiful shots. can’t wait to see the finished products. Would defiantly recommend, looking forward to shooting with another model next time.

Amo

I had such a good weekend working with Raphael. I love his photography and we both had the same ideas on images we wanted to create. Shooting with Raphael ran smoothly because of his experience with the craft. He knows what angles to shoot from, tries all sorts of different positions, works with lighting to achieve the desired look and feel and also gives good direction when needed.

As well as having a very productive shoot, I had so much fun! Raphael made me laugh so much with his humour I also enjoyed his company over the weekend where we had really interesting chats on life. Raphael was also very hospitable and I will definitely be working with him again.

Minh-Ly

Raphael was the highlight of my stay in London.

Respectful, communicative, welcoming, easy to work with him, and I can go on and on about what a great human being and photographer he is.

We shot at his place and he uses his environment really well and was receptive to my ideas and suggestions. It all went so fast and from the back of his camera, I saw some terrific pictures.

I can't wait to be back in London and work with Raphael again.

H i g h l y r e c o m m e n d e d.

Thurston Lodge

Had a great shoot with Raphael, enjoyable and good fun I look forward to his return!

Sonya Lynn

I had my second shoot with Raphael In October. I mentioned to him before that I wanted to shoot on a piano and he actually hired a house with a lovely grand piano for our shoot. How sweet is that? During the shoot, I had quite a few things I wanted to to try and he was really kind and patient to work with me to achieve what I wanted given that both of us are not sure if they would work out. Even when I was not satisfied with my own posing and would like to change a little, he was more than happy to take the second or even the third shot .

On top of that, he was also a very warm host. I was actually pretty down during that period and he was very encouraging. He listened to my problems, gave me advise and comforted me. That was really what I needed the most. Not to mention, his joyful and witty personality and the words that came out from his mouth never fails to cracked me up. All in all, it was really a wonderful stay and I was sad to leave. I can't wait to be back again. Definitely highly recommended.

Thank you Raphael :)

Brown_Barbie_93

I shot with Raphael for the first time yesterday. I'd been wanting to work with Raphael for a while so it was great when I found out the feeling was mutual. Raphael was very friendly and welcoming. We had a good chat before we started and we got on really well. We shot at his flat and he was able to use the space very well to capture what we'd both be happy with. Raphael was an absolute star with looking after me and came back with me all the way to the station as I wasn't 100% sure of where to go. The images we captured are exactly what I was after, im so happy with them and very excited for the edits. I'm looking forward to working with Raphael again very soon. Highly recommended 😘

Savannah Sapphire

I worked with Raphael for the first time today, hope there will be a few more times too!

He was really lovely, chatty and kept offering me tea

Pre comms were efficient - no probs with shooting to and staying within my levels.

He made excellent use of the space and we got a variety of shots.

He's got a great eye and I can't wait to see the result

Highly Recommended

Natalie Ryder

I had a really engaging shoot with Raphael today at his flat. All pre comms were concise and helpful in ensuring I could arrive prepared. Raphael had shared a moodboard with me previously on PP, which really aided my expectations for the shoot ahead and helped me ease into it nicely.

The shoot itself was a natural light shoot, and the combination of the visual references Raphael provided, alongside his calm disposition and articulate direction he offered, all facilitated a super smooth shoot where the creative possibilities seemed to keep on flowing- a wonderfully creative collaboration and one I'm looking forward developing further in future shoots.

Many thanks Rapha!

Rob Smith Photography

I shared a shoot with Raphael, working with Minerva as our model. Raphael is a really talented photographer and full of great ideas, but in addition to this a really friendly and easy going guy to work with. I would recommend Raphael to anyone.

Adriana_Mansfield

Had my first shoot with Raphael and I highly recommend him.

We worked through a few different sets and got great results.

He is very helpful,professional and passionate about photography.

He had fab ideas about shots and outfits and gave me brilliant direction.

Moreover he's funny, chatty, interesting and very considerate.

Can't wait to do another shoot with him.

Thank you Raphael. ♥

Joy Draiki

Someone recently told me Raphael is a legend. And surely he is. I met him a few yours ago on our first shoot and this time was my third shoot with this lovely soul.

He's now one of my dearest friends.

A shoot with Raphael is more like a fun afternoon with good food and coffee. Enough time to work out ideas of the both of you. He's really friendly, wise, funny, generous, positive, relaxed and very very talented. I can't wait to see what we created this time.

I can't wait to come back and see him again a next time!

Chantelle williams

I had a shoot with Raphael, at his studio in london. Wow Where do I start.. we arranged the shoot about the week before pre communications were excellent I was traveling from Manchester so I needed to communicate with him a little more then was normally needed. I appreciated that he agreed to shoot mid week as this is normally a no no for him so I was very grateful for that & he sent over a mood board of ideas so I was prepped on what to bring. The shoot itself was well worth the travel as he is truly an artist, we worked to the levels of beauty & fashion but he made me feel so sexy & comfortable We ended up shooting well in to the night! We even took to the streets for the finale shots. Raphael is the most loveliest talented photographer I have ever worked with. He has this superpower that puts you as ease and brings the best out of you which really shows in the images. Every image was wow! And I could see why - He did not stop moving or coming up with new ideas throughout the shoot.. he was up the ladder down the ladder, shooting through the window on the roof, moving furniture at one point he even shot some images through my scarf and any other objects he could get his hands on. He was amazing to watch. It's clear to see that I cannot recommend him enough! I cannot wait to see the final images and yes I will definitely be working with him again!!!

Victoriah

I worked with Raphael today in his home near Chelsea. Raphael's pre communications were spot on.

He is very easy going and so easy to work with and get on with.

Most importantly he produces some amazing images

The shoot flew by

I can't wait to work with him again

Sonya Lynn

It was my first shoot with Raphael and we straight away become friends after our shoot. Or should I say already in the middle of the shoot. Raphael is a very friendly, funny and chatty person. Our shoot was filled with fun and laughter. He gave me the freedom to pose whatever that comes to my mind and also suggest and give some clear directions whenever it was required. I can't wait to see the photos we created and our next photoshoot!!! Would highly recommend him. Hesitate no more, Ladies!!!! :)

Kayelle

Ra-pha-el.. where do I begin..!

I cannot recommend this gentleman enough!

After taking a small break from modelling, my shoot with Raphael was a breath of fresh air. All the communication before the shoot was detailed, he replies fast and answers all of your questions.

During the shoot I was a bit nervous, but Raphael makes you feel right at home! He's funny, kind and very reassuring. During the shoot he gave great instructions and took very good care of me :). I could have shot with him all day!

Again, shoot with him, I guarantee 100% you will have fun and time will definitely fly!

Hope to work with him again soon!!!

Sophie Moet

I worked with Raphael in his home studio in London and wow! Raphael truly was a breath of fresh air! Not only is Raphael a lovely, friendly and funny person, he is extremely talented and produces great work.

On the day Raphael created a very relaxed atmosphere from the get go. It was as if I was there just to have a nice little catch up rather than to have my photo taken. He kept the jokes and coffee flowing and allowed me to play music of my liking to get me in the right mood! Raphael definitely put me first on the day, something quite special compared to other photographers out there.

Throughout the photo shoot Raphael was highly attentive and complimentary; which in turn made me feel at ease and more confident in my own modelling abilities. He was also very open to ideas, willing to take images that would enhance my own portfolio as opposed to his alone. He gave clear direction and worked quickly, allowing us to get through a few different looks.

Raphael was just delightful! He was fun and easy going but also took some truly great photos. So to any models wanting to work with genuine, fun but more importantly talented photographers, Raphael is definitely the way to go! I had a great experience with him and loved the photos we produced. Work with Raphael you won’t be disappointed.

AnushaSareen

Raphael was an absolute delight - we planned in a date and briefly discussed ideas - he was very friendly, professional and enthusiastic to work with. The images captured were stunning!

He really made things fun and enjoyable and I'd love to work with him again!

Nymphae

I had a great shoot on Sunday with Raph, he was very approachable and friendly, and straight away made me feel comfortable and confident with him.

Needless to say, he definitely knows what to do with a camera, and does it well!

From the images I've seen back of camera, I love them all, and can't wait to receive them!

Really looking forward to shooting with Raph again, and highly recommended!

Gaëlle

Had a whole day shoot with Raphael on peaceful saturday and was just awesome. He is very relaxed, understanding, helpful and respectful. Of course his shooting skill is just amazing but I mean his personality is just great. I felt like shooting with my old-friend!!! He knows how to make a creative and artistic images, cus he can catch model's characteristics very well. He does know how to highlight the model's beauty. I definitely recommend him.

St. Merrique

I finally got the chance to work with Raphael after a good year and a half discussing shoots. He is a very kind person, goes at a good pace, is obviously very talented. The shoot extended which was great because he had a great flow going. I can't wait to create with you again, Raphael. Until next time.