References for John Downey BSc

_miss_red_92_

I attended studio 37 to model for the group shoot, John was one of the photographers attending which I was thrilled about. I’ve worked with John quite a few times now and it’s always an absolute pleasure! He’s so creative, and has such a unique style when shooting it’s so refreshing and nice to mix things up in group shoots. He’s a fun very kind person with a wickedly awesome dress sense. We already have future plans which I can not wait for.

Highly recommended by me to other models and studios too.

Jasmine High

I had a fifth shoot with John during my Christmas time in Manchester. This time I shoot with him at his home studio, which is amazing and very versatile.

His personality and professionalism shone through from start to finish!

Great direction and an obvious understanding of light!

I am looking forward for our next shoot in the future:)

Recommended to all Models

Thank you John

Jasmine

Jasmine High

I had another fantastic shoot with John. This time at Splash Point Studio in Rhyl, North Wales. It was really great shoot and John knew what he wanted to shoot. We shoot so much in four hours. Also his communication before the shoot was great and I knew what type of outfits I'll need to bring with me. John also got some of his interesting outfits for me to pose in.

I loved working with John and can't wait for our next shoot :)

John is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Thank you,

Jasmine

Kittenkat1991

Had a fantastic day shooting with John creating unique eye catching images and can’t wait to see them. I would highly recommend John as he is fun to work with and has a kind personality time went to quick i hope to work him again :) x

_miss_red_92_

I worked with John for the second time at a group shoot. This time was over at vines art house.

John is such a fun, bubbly person with so many weird and wonderful ideas, the shoot will never be boring that’s for sure! Always a pleasure, thank you. 😊

Yes I would recommend John to other models and studios too. Talks are in place for are very own shoot, which I look forward too!

Sebastian H

Had a brilliant cosplay shoot with John today, his work is fantastic and he has amazing creative ideas. Highly recommended and hope to work with you again soon!

Gabriella Rose

This is the first time I have shot with John but for sure will be the first of many! The shot was on location and what an amazing location it was! Pre communications were fab including great directions to the shoot. John is great and made me feel so at ease from the start. He knew the location from top to bottom and I can’t wait to see the images! Thank you for a really great and fun shoot! Would certainly recommend shooting with John!😊

Angel Black UK

A superb second shoot with John, this time during my tour in Greater Manchester. John arrived on time and was raring to go, so after a quick tour of the property we jumped straight into shooting. As with last time, his pre shoot communications were excellent, well thought out and properly planned - I definitely think they're amongst the best I've experienced!

We used a variety of the rooms available and took advantage of the natural light, with John happily adjusting his settings whenever was necessary. The back of camera shots were fantastic!

He was polite and professional and conversation easily flowed. Just like our first shoot, we got along really well and I absolutely would recommend working with him.

Thankyou for a fantastic shoot!

Angel x

Lili Thorpe

Worked with John for the second time but this time for a group shoot at Candiland Studio. He was friendly, fun and professional, he made good use of the background, lighting, space and props for each theme change. Would highly recommend and hope to work with him again in the future.

clara 1

This is my 2nd shoot with John in a workshop that he attended. He is very professional and knows what he wants to get from a shoot. He is very experienced and I was very happy to take directions from him. Its all about communication between the photographer and the model. Exchange of ideas.

I am sure he got fantastic shots and can't wait to see the results.

Get ready for the 3rd one John 😁😍.

Very highly recommended by me.

Ste

John attended one of my workshops and what an addition he made, His eye for style and composition really elevated the sets he shot. John always evaluates a set or location to ensure that he gets the shots he wants, his experience shows through in his directing skills and his ability to interact and direct the model.

I am sure he got the exact shots he needed and certain that it wont be long before he is organising his own shoots.

Highly, highly recommended

_miss_red_92_

Excuse my late reference.

I worked with John a few weeks back now, over at studio 37 for a group shoot. I had such a blast! John was fun, creative and very professional. The shoot flew by. John was very laid back and friendly making the shoot a pleasure from start to finish. I hope to get the opportunity to work with him again. I highly recommend you also work with John if you get the chance.

Thanks so much 😊

clara 1

John attended a workshop that I was the model for. He was very professional, very good directing me. He knew how he wanted me to pose and gave me a great direction. John is very kind and curtious with a great sense of humour. When I was posing for him I felt very comfortable and I am sure that the photos he create was exactly what he wanted. We chatted in a question and answer session after the workshop. John was kind to ask me did everything go OK. Thank you so much John, see you soon in the next one 😊, pleasure to meet you and work with you.

Very highly recommended by me to any model who wishes to produce great photos.

Jasper Foxx

I worked with John for the first time today at a retro themed photography workshop at Liverpool's Peaky Blinders bar where I initially thought he was one of the models due to his immaculate sense of style.

I instantly knew that this was a chap I was going to work well with as he seemed very much my kind of guy as during our first conversation we naturally started discussing Steampunk fashion and the trendy things that go with it.

John is someone who embraces a concept, offers it enthusiasm and helps create an excellent scene for you to be part of so he is definitely someone I hope to work with in the future and a photographer I would highly recommend!

Lila

Second time shooting with John but first time when we were actually supposed to and not just sneaking shots in between other work haha.

John is a brilliant character, friend and creative. I absolutely love his eye for lighting and interesting compositions. Working on a studio day (like we did this time at C&L) often has the main concern that everyone comes away with the same shot, but John put his own twist on each outfit I wore and really let my love of unique imagery flourish. Especially loved our fern shots and also the way you used backlighting to make the mesh on my dress transparent.

Look forward to the next time!

Lila

Jasmine High

It was my second time working with John. And as before the shoot was very creative, with so many different outfits and ideas. This time we started at my Airbnb flat in central Manchester and then we went to Antwerp Mansion. It was my first time shooting in this location and I really enjoyed that. John has been there so many times before, so he already had some great ideas to try with me. We spent almost all day and we still didn't go through all available locations in the Mansion.

John is a really fantastic and creative photographer, very respectful and professional. I really enjoyed working with him. Also his communication before the shoot was spot on, with all important information.

Thank you so much for a great day and hopefully we can work together again when I'm back in the area :)

John is highly recommended :)

Jasmine

Original Goth Mermaid

An absolutely wonderful shoot with John today, in a stunning location.

Rain caused us to reschedule a few times, but John was excellent at keeping up with comms to finally get this shoot on the go!

Can't wait to see some images

Laurensafreak

This was my 3rd time working with John, we always have a laugh and we get on well, he is very friendly and very easy to get on with!

John gave me a rough idea of the look he wanted but otherwise gave me free reign, as it was at a retro yard, we decided on a vintage 50s look.

The location he chose was absolutely incredible, with sooo many great photos opportunities! We got some really great, creative images and I'm very much looking forward to working with John again!

I would highly recommend working with him and I will definitely be working with him again!

Jordinerae Tog & Model

John is a very fun, unique character full of charisma and so many ideas.

I loved his creativity and his passion about his work.

Great communication before the shoot and really fun to chat to and feel comfortable with throughout.

From my end, the photos looked really good and I can’t wait to see the final product!

Definitely love to work with him again.

Emma Darling

I’ve met John a few times at group shoots he’s always impressed me with the super awesome props he brings along, last night I certainly wasn’t disappointed!

We shot at the Albert and Victoria, what a fantastic night!

John brought us beautiful costumes and props.

And even modelled aside us for some steampunk shots.

John is fantastic guy, lots of fun and a wonderful photographer!

Highly recommended to all

I look forward to next time. :)