References for The Hacienda

jhphotography

What can I say about the Hacienda that I haven't already said in my previous references? It's such a great place to shoot, to be creative and the vibe of the place gives off of creativity that has come through it's doors since it opened is second to none.

Sean, as ever, always makes people welcome who come to shoot at the studio. There is a reason everyone raves about wanting to shoot there. Sean is a large part of that being on hand if needed, but lets the creatives create Hacienda magic. The things that they are planning to do this year are next level, but I'm sure both Sean, The Hacienda and the creatives that will be helping make these things come to life will once again make people want to shoot there and just keep increasing it's reputation.

chloesul

I have had such a fabulous day shooting at the beautiful Hacienda!

I was greeted with a warm welcome and tea coffee and refreshments was set up all

Ready, the Hacienda was lovely and cosy warm!

Sean is such a lovely person who made me feel welcome and comfortable.

The Hacienda is stunning, there is so many beautiful set ups and the natural light just wow!

Had a great day and loved shooting here!

Helen Diaz

I have had such an amazing time working at the Hacienda over October, November and December in 2018 (!) and had the most memorable days there raising money for Shelter from the Storm which was The Haciendas primary focus for 2018.

It was an AMAZING year and thanks to teaming up with The Hacienda (and the lovely Sean) I was able to meet my personal target of £10,000 raised for charity through my photographic days and events. Of this, nearly £2000 was raised for The Haciendas charity. I have really enjoyed using The Hacienda as my sole base when I am in London and its been such a success amongst photographers.

I am so proud to have been a part of this and am a massive fan of Seans charity work. Its so heartwarming to find someone like Sean. I wish there were more others like him.

Thank You for everything Sean and I hope 2019 is everything you wish it to be! Keep up the amazing work, we are all rooting for you, Helen x

B17fan

Ok, I know I was only here a week ago, but I had the chance to work with another of Sean's house models!

As ever a warm welcome greeted me, coffee was dolled out & offers of lighting help given.

I didn't need it, the natural light here had more than enough variation for me especially given the numerous different settings available.

I probably won't get a chance to shoot here again for a while, but I'll keep coming back intermittently as long as Sean can put up with me.

VERY highly recommended.

Sinopa Rin

I had the pleasure of working at The Hacienda earlier this year and was delighted to be invited back for a model day last weekend. Sean's pre-comms are exemplary and he is probably the most caring and genuine studio owner I've ever met - he picked me up from the station, made me dinner, kept me topped up with food and drinks throughout the day and even baked me some delicious croissants for the way home! If that weren't enough, he is respectful, creative and welcoming. Sean's outlook is so refreshing and it's clear to see why The Hacienda has become such a creative haven for so many. I can't recommend this amazing venue enough and look forward to returning next year!

Mr_Click_Flash

Had amazing afternoon at the Hacienda, this the second time i been here.

This time i was part of Lighting tutorial with a Very Talented Model called Ayla

This is best studio, why because it feeds your creatively, the whole feel of the place breaths photography.

From the big windows letting in tons of natural light. to the wooden floor boards, not forgetting the two other rooms which are also feed your creatively. the whole place is full of props & various items you can use within you shoot.

the photography equipment was at hand and ready to used, all very professional

Sean is a incredible host, he remember me for the last time i shot in this location. he's helpful,

gives great advice to help you get the look/feel you as photographer what to do.

i was sad the time was over, but i left the studio full of ideas for my next visit.

Very much looking forward to my next experience within the Hacienda location

B17fan

I'm not a great lover of studios, I find them a bit "clinical" very often. Luckily, the Hacienda isn't a studio as such, it's a home for creatives, & the home of a particular creative.

Sean is so helpful & welcoming I consider him a friend almost, & I am astonished that he'd let me use his home to create some awesome images. A fantastically styled location, with fabulous ever changing natural light, which means I never have to learn use of the in house lighting that Sean can provide.

If you've shot here, you know why I rave about it. If you haven't, you REALLY need to.

Highly recommended.

Karl-P

A truly beautiful studio, So many amazing places to shoot in one location, Sean’s a fantastic host always about to help with anything if needed, well equipped with equipment and fantastic amounts of natural light. Highly recommended to anyone looking for an amazing location.

Ria Fantastic

This studio is far and away one of the best out there! Superb location for shooting in the surrounding area as well, stunning well thought-out interior, sensitively furnished, and 100% unique. Massive amounts of home-style studio space, as well as multiple backdrops for full studio shots.

All this, coupled with the fact that the Hacienda owner, Sean is the most wonderful man ever! He helped myself and the Toulouki & Simone team on our shoot around London and kept me clothed/ shoed, as well as thoroughly well quenched on various lovely drinks, for many hours. Now that's a host!

The Hacienda is London's best kept secret - highly recommended for all your photographic needs. I myself hope to return to the Haci soon!

Ria x

mark2

I can remember seeing images of the Hacienda a while ago, and on seeing them thought that it would be a fantastic place to experience if I got the opportunity. Yesterday I got the opportunity and I was blown away.

The ethos behind the studio, and the generosity and welcome from Sean, the studio owner, sum the place up. Just stunning. I am unsure if there are any other studios like it. If there are I am unsure how it could be bettered. The versatility of the Hacienda is endless, everywhere you look there are options to explore.

With only one visit to the Hacienda, I have only just scratched the surface. I would love to return to the best venue I have ever experienced.

Thanks for the opportunity Sean, it was truly memorable.

PatrickVisser

Had a shoot with Nicole Rayner at The Hacienda, and what a fabulous place to shoot it is.

With all the amazing light and space you could want for a shooting space.

It is really a space where you can have your creativity run free, and make stunning photos.

I would highly recommend The Hacienda for anyone, and will probably be back in the future

Nick Stanbra

With Carla I worked at The Hacienda, the first time for both of us & what a truly superb studio it is. Various inspirational shooting spaces in which to explore various themes & crucial to me fantastic natural daylight all around. The Hacienda is also very well equipped with an excellent & comprehensive selection of lighting kit should you need this. The owner of the studio Sean is a really great guy, freindly & ever helpful, nothing being too much trouble & what a great thing Sean does in donating photographer’s fees to charity. I will return without hesitation & I certainly recommend The Hacienda - most highly.

jhphotography

What can I say about Sean and The Hacienda that I haven't mentioned before? Always an amazing and creative space. This shoot I got to work with Carla during her guest model day and once again the natural light this place has available is amazing. I alway try and shoot the Hacienda differently each time I'm there and I did find my new favourite part of it where I managed to capture some amazing shots of Carla while the light just hit that part of the Hacienda perfectly.

As ever, Sean is a great host and The Hacienda continues to be both a hub of great creativity and also a place that helps the local area through it's charity work.

Carla Monaco

My first time at the hacienda yesterday after wanting to go for so long. Absolutely blown away with how amazing the place is but also how Sean the owner organiser's everything and gives back to the Shelter from the Storm charity.

The space is beautiful-it's Modern yet vintage yet classical with industrial parts and it's full of warmth and music and love.

As a photographer you can't go wrong with what you have to work with, the natural light is to die for and you will not run out of ideas.

As a model it is perfect place to work, warm, inviting, spacious and safe.

I am super happy that I have been invited by Sean to be one of the Residential models to work at the studio and I am looking forward to more shoots and raising money for the charity.

100% recommend the studio to anyone out there...support the hacienda.

Carla x

RAWB

I shot at the Hacienda a few times now, and each shoot has been just fantastic! Sean is the perfect host and will help moving stuff around, providing equipment etc, which really helps make the most of this excellent studio. I love the natural light there, and each time it is different, so there are always new possibilities to shoot.

Yesterday's weather was exceptionally dull/rainy, so I wondered if there would be enough natural light in the studio. No need to worry, there was lots of it!

A wonderful location to shoot in!

Andreas A

My first shoot at The Hacienda with the lovely Rachelle Summers was an absolute pleasure. The studio is very well equipped and has so many props, shooting spots and sources of inspiration that can really help a shoot take flight. Sean is an absolute gentleman, very friendly and helpful, he makes everything easier. I will definitely be returning to The Hacienda!

Karl-P

I was lucky enough to shoot Rachelle Summers here on her recent studio day, when I arrived Sean was very welcoming and incredibly helpful he is a fantastic host, the studio it self is well equipped and is utterly beautiful with so many great locations to shoot I think it would take a very long time to run out of Ideas here, Highly recommended and I look forward to shooting here in the future.

Fotostrobe

A most excellent shoot today with Ayla and Anna Rose at the Hacienda. I am so happy to have shot accomplished models at this studio. It just all worked. The studio is easily reached from public transport and the furniture items, walls and available light make the venue a complete delight to shoot in. The proprietor was on hand to offer assitance and refreshments.

Most highly recommended.

Cleve

Yet another fabulous shoot at my favourite studio, this time with Charliee.

Of course Sean is the consummate host, especially when assisting with setting up his fabulous lights.

The natural light, however, when it glows, is heavenly to work with, adding so much to helping with the delivery of some great images.

What a prized location!

Wilder Mind

Wow, what a place. This studio offers so much creativity you'd have to be pretty damn useless not to get some decent shots there. Sean the owner is an absolute gent and supports the best football team in the land!. On my bucket list to shoot there again.