References for Jewelled Earth

Sinopa Rin

It was such a delight to model for Holly again. We booked a whole day at Fareham Studio to ensure we had plenty of time to experiment - me modelling for her and vice versa. Holly is as much of an artist behind the camera as in front of it! She created some exceptionally beautiful lighting, helped with styling and perfected my poses with gentle direction. Chatting between sets, it's clear that her inspiration comes from a huge variety of sources, from starry nights to poetry, and this is reflected in her images. I felt empowered and beautiful throughout our shoot, which is also evident in the results! It's truly an honour to pose for her and I hope to do so again in the future.

QuinnL

Holly is extremely well known as a model and has a high profile on here, but her photography is of a comparable level to her modelling. I have been a fan of her work on both sides of the camera and I was so delighted when I finally had the opportunity to model for her for half a day recently at Guys Cliffe House. It was a wonderful experience with a true artist like Holly who has a great eye for fine art, emotions, and natural lights. Her attention to details, ideas and understanding of poses helps to create art. I absolutely love the captivating images that she created.

I cannot wait for the next opportunity to shoot with her again and for others, I give the highest recommendation for this creative soul!

Artemis Fauna

I first met Holly back in 2013 when she stayed with me for a few days. During this trip Holly booked me on a 1-2-1 basis to shoot for a couple of hours in Cheltenham studio. I remember very clearly loving her ideas and feeling a real sense of creativity and meaning...whilst I was wriggling about in a light box thing channeling my inner 'alien' ;)

Over the last (almost decade) we have worked together many times in front and behind the camera, and also become great friends! :D

We have shot together on both a paid and TF basis. Holly managed to get an amazing book cover from one of our collaborative Morocco (March 2019) shots and paid me half of what she received which was super awesome!

We have shot in the UK on a 1-2-1 basis, one some of my UK group events and also briefly on Artemisian trips too.

Holly was also the first ever photographer to shoot me remotely- helping me find my feet in the process and giving me a wonderful selection of images from our TF shoot.

Highly recommended! Holly see's the world differently to most I have worked with in my career- and it's a joy to shoot with her, and an honor to call her one of my closest friends. A true jewel ♥

Evie Siddal

I had a lovely shoot with Holly in Edinburgh today. I'd been a massive fan of her as both a model & photographer (not realising until recently that she did both!) and getting to work with her was an utter joy!

We had a great time wandering around Greyfriars churchyard marvelling at the amazing architecture and trying to incorporate it into a series of very dramatic and gothic portraits.

I couldn't recommend Holly more, as an artist, model and all-round lovely person! ♥

PoeticMinx

Such a talented model who is such a talented photographer!! What an absolutely lovely experience to be shot by a female photographer with high sensitivity! Sense of composition, class, light... - perfect!

We did a super short shoot in Derby, but it will stay in my memories forever. I’m looking forward to shooting more in the future!

A Scorpion Residence said...

Always a pleasure to have Holly working here on either side of the camera.

One of the top models over a number of years and is starting to become one of the top photographers too. I love her energy, creative style, eye for colour, detail and composition. A great communicator with a lovely soft relaxed and understated manner.

Holly has an excellent rapport with the models she works with and is evident in the images that she captures. Studio spaces and facilities on offer are always treated respectfully and even enhanced with the imaginative props and styling that she often brings.

I love having talented and inspiring creatives working here, such as Holly, and long may that continue... – Lee :-)

♥ Chiara Elisabetta

I have worked with Holly a couple of times, both as a model and a photographer(!) and I'm afraid to say it was a little while ago now so I thought it easier to put today's date. My feelings on working with her haven't changed - I've always felt so priviliged to model for someone SO in tune with fine artistry, symbolism, emotion, compelling compositions & a natural talent to find beautiful light, especially at the glorious location which is Maunsel House.

I think it's blindingly obvious Holly is an incredible all-round artist, taking careful consideration of colour / B&W tones, textures and often bringing elements of nature into her work.

I can't really praise Holly highly enough. Her self portrait game is as strong as her ability to take photographs of other people too, which I know from personal experience is no easy feat(!)

On a personal level, Holly is a genuinely lovely, compelling human being and it's always a real pleasure to be (and work) in her company.

Thank you x

Sinopa Rin

Having admired Holly's work on both sides of the lens for such a long time, I was honoured when she asked me to model for her. Her pre-comms were excellent and she brought along some beautiful clothing and accessories for me. During the shoot, she was relaxed, patient and so creative - she has a great eye for light, colour and composition. I absolutely love the images we created and would be delighted to model for her again any time. Highly recommended!

Joel Hicks

I have worked with Holly on several occasions over the years... Recently, she has photographed me in natural light for a portraiture project, and we also embarked on an art-nude shoot at sunrise on location. No matter what kind of photography that we work on, Holly always produces superb images, which are exquisitely composed and edited. Communication is always first rate, and she has an excellent manner behind the camera, allowing a model to express themselves whilst providing direction when required. Whole heartedly recommended...

Parklands Studio

Holly has hired the facilities at Parklands Studio on many occasions, shooting a variety of models. Pre-shoot communications are always first rate, and Holly is extremely respectful of the studio and its resources. Superb photographer and delightful individual.

Saracen House Studio

It was lovely to see Holly again last week and it's always great to work with someone with so many creative ideas and a clear vision of what they would like to create.

Communications were excellent before, during and after the shoot and I would have no hesitation in recommending Holly to anyone wanting to work with a talented, creative and focused photographer.

Angharada

I always enjoy my time with this beautiful soul....She is so very talented, her images are wonderfully emotive and ethereal and it's such an honour to pose for her. She is full to the brim of enthusiasm and creativity, she is incredibly knowledgeable with photography and if you do get the chance to work with Holly, TAKE IT !!! When you work with someone who is so excited about the details in a shot and takes care to make sure you are happy too, it's just a complete rush of artful joy! Having a wealth of experience as a model and creative, she has the best of both worlds to offer. She is so beautiful, inside and out, and gets my absolute highest recommendation!

Ella Rose Muse

Although I haven't modelled for Holly in quite a while, I did so a number of times in the past, and frequently model alongside her.

I can recommend her without hesitation and think she has a great, creative eye and a real talent for photography. She is very inspired and motivated by visuals, and dedicated to art, which is a central part of her life. I've been very proud of the images she has taken of me!

Personality-wise, she is very gentle while definitely knowing what she wants, VERY softly spoken, interested, kind and thoughtful.

I always enjoy working with her very much and look forward to seeing more of her creative photography blossom and evolve! :)

Amelia Mary

Holly shot me at the Electric Dreams event at the Hacienda, very briefly and at the end of a long day but it was so amazing to see her working her creative genius. She had a vision, placed me and explained what she was looking for perfectly, and we got to creating the image. She has an amazing eye for the crop and light. What Holly has created is epic like everything she creates.

Big love for this super talented all-round wonderwoman. Highly highly recommended :-D

Tink Kaos

I worked Holly at the immense Electric Dreams event at the Hacienda Studio in London, a stunning neon, dystopian set up - we shot in the beautiful Oriental inspired set, amongst the Chinese lanterns and warm neons. Some of the most cinematic, and most beautiful portraits were taken of me by this lady, she is a true film inspired genius!

Holly is a wonderful energy to be around, very artistic, so much enthusiasm and lovely to chat to - so many amazing ideas, I would have been happy to work an entire day with her, to get all of those visions created! An excellent soul, super respectful and highly recommended to all models.

Until next time lovely!

Tink

Shasta Wonder

I had short shoot with Holly but needless to say, I was a fantastic shoot and a pleasure working with her. She came prepared with wardrobe/ accessories and she allowed me to contribute. Her jewelry pieces were stunning and she captured captivating images. I recommend and definitely would work with her again!

Paola.

I would recommend working with Holly without hesitation - there are only positive things to say about her. Holly was kind, considerate and very easy to work with throughout, and extremely talented. It was a pleasure to model for her and Rebecca Knowles on our shoot at confetti flower fields, and I would be more than happy to do so again. Thank you! xx

Heather May Corvid

I first worked with Holly in Norway back in the summer of 2017. I found her a true joy to work with - laid back, enthusiastic, an exquisite eye for detail. She’s the sort of artist who captures the essence of a moment in the first click. I’ve worked with her several times since and can only recommend her wholeheartedly. She and her work has only ever impressed me!