Black Rose Studio

I am based in Manchester, UK and Antibes, France

My usual schedule is

mid-April - June: Antibes, France

July to August: Manchester

Late August to Mid October: Antibes, France

November - mid-April: Manchester

I enjoy creating beautiful concept images that are a bit different and that take some time to plan and create, possibly tell a story. My portfolio here reflects my non-commercial work I will do complete model portfolios for both new models and those wanting a complete makeover. I can bring in stylist and MUA.

I also work on shoots specifically to create images for sale via commercial image libraries (not reflected in my portfolio here). I am very happy to work with models to collaborate on themes that are commercially saleable. I also do food photography. Models and food are OK together too!

My commercial work is often music related; subjects include singers, musicians including several A-list artists. I have shot several album/CD covers. I also shoot video for concerts and other performance. These are multi-camera shoots with CD quality audio. My regular work includes creating short promo videos for major artists' tours and these include 50 Cent, Nelly, Ne-Yo, Boyz II Men, Ashanti, Sean Paul and many more.

Photo Studio & Recording Studio

I have now moved my photo studio into workspace in the top of our rambling old house and we have a number period styled rooms that can also be used for shooting.

Next to my photo workspace is my recording studio and vocal booth. I qualified at Berklee, USA for audio mastering. I can record your demo CD and shoot the photos for the cover. Please ask for rates.

I love to shoot on location either with studio lighting or available light.

 

Working together

I am keen to collaborate on photo library work and magazine submissions.

I like to plan well ahead and book my schedule well in advance. If you would like to shoot with me then let's try to arrange it 2 or 3 weeks ahead although.

I do selected TF shoots. I do not shoot standard glamour on TF and am looking to work on creative projects. If I answer to your TF casting then I understand it is TF and will not be asking for payment or for my expenses to be paid. Likewise, I do not pay expenses for a TF collaboration.

I don't do group shoots or model days of any kind so please don't ask.

You will see that I have excellent references and shoots are always fun. I often shoot with the same model several times.

Albums