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Keira Lavelle

Very happy indeed to have been able to work with this wonderful gentleman once again when I toured down South and was fortunately able to align my dates with the diaries of the wonderful Mark, and fellow photographer Paul (Paul Allen) who he often teams up with shooting as a pair (though always independently/one-to-one). I first met and worked with Mark a few months earlier and we really hit off a terrific working relationship. :D It transpired with hardly any effort because of the wonderfully social (and creatively driven) person that he is... So we had already vowed to do it again before I’d even left the studio haha! All we needed was me getting myself back in the area and some dates. Sorted, and 1 million percent rock and roll as before! [INSERT MAHOOSIVE RECOMMENDATION!]

Working at Biscuit photography studio in Leicestershire as we did before - the same great access to awesome sets/props and lighting applied, yet we nailed totally different stuff and the bounce just did not stop! :P That’s the lovely thing about working with either Mark individually or when he’s teamed up with Paul... There is never a moment short of inspiration because Mark himself is a cracking photographer with a tremendous sensitivity to the killer photo opportunities, yet he is forever welcoming the models to be themselves/bring their own ideas to the shoot and work with a harmonious two-way flow to create images that entice that high-five at the end of the day! :D The collaborative way is always the best way, no matter what the arrangement... And I really do feel so fortunate to be able to work with such lovely people who are riding on that same wavelength. It transforms the vibe of your days work entirely. But each time we mooched are the pictures on the back of the camera; there were “YAS” yelps left right and centre. This is what I’m talking about! :D

As mentioned just now, and most likely in my previous reference: Marks has superb technical know-how to generate lush lighting effects and give a look that extra bit of “pow.” He’s also very versatile as a photographer and covers a whole range of different styles which means models of all genres will find working with Mark extremely productive and be able to relate on a creating level. He knows his way around Biscuit studio like the back of his hand (a great place to work) and it’s still on the agenda to get back and model for one of the evenings/events that Mark plays a big role in arranging. He’s got a brilliant rapport with the gentleman that owns the place and it’s a really positive and encouraging environment to be in quite frankly. This always counts towards a great shoot experience... And don’t expect Mark to be rushed: it’s all cups of tea and a chilled pace with a big dose of chitter chatter all the through haha! :) Y’all still gonna smash cracking photographs though...

Respectful as can be, courteous to the core, 100% safe as someone to shoot with and just a super kind and nice chap! He moves mountains to ensure that the model always feels safe and at ease during the entire process: Mark is all about communication and this goes for whilst you’re actually shooting too. He strives to make sure that everyone walks away from the day having had the best experience they could have possibly had. :) No question about it!

Thank you so much Mark for a blast the second time around! Already looking forward to getting the chance to set something up again for the future. :D

Keira

Ria Rose Model

Mark booked onto my model day at a derelict school, we chatted a little before the shoot but we've worked together previously so know each other's styles fairly well already. It was lovely to work with Mark again, we only had an hour together so we flew through our ideas and had a laugh whilst doing so.

Mark is lovely to work with, very friendly and respectful and big on model safety - he puts a lot of thought and energy into all that he does.

Highly recommended, again!

Marie Jean Saxton

Always an absolute pleasure shooting with Mark! Mark joined my ethereal event weekend and we had such a blast, it certainly never feels like work when shooting with Mark. He’s fun, chatty and he takes great shots! We had a fantastic day working through four different sets and Mark was creative with angles and got plenty of excellent shots as always!

Always highly recommended by me to models of all levels. Thankyou for another great shoot Mark!

Best wishes

Marie

Xx

Keira Lavelle

Mark is a star. That is all! :)

Originally, we had time booked together through a studio owner for one of the days during my recent tour of the South. However, when unexpected disaster struck which couldn’t be helped (courtesy of Mother Nature) and damages to the studio meant that we were no longer able to work there right at the last minute; Mark was swiftly on-it to make alternative arrangements so that we would not miss out on our shoot together... And as such, I had a cracking time working with him at Biscuit studios alongside another lovely photographer. That could have easily been an utter flop of a day which was nobodies fault or anything... But Mark saved the day! 🌟

We subsequently enjoyed a wicked half-day running through a range of funky looks and lighting styles at a chilled, but productive pace... 4 hours later, and goodness knows how many winning images: we were high-fiving for the millionth time and wrapping up. :D The time just rocketed by! Mark is a very clued-up and creative photographer who knows lighting very well and just needs to see a tiny spilt-moment as the model poses to smash the angles/composition and hit a superb photograph. From beauty to crazy fashion... Bodyscapes to classic arty... Beauty to glamour... There was not a single set we did that wasn’t totally mega in the back of the camera. :) The nice thing about working with Mark is that; although he has a definite eye as a photographer and visual drive of his own, he specifically encourages the models to be an integral part of the “bounce” and such, the outcome. He really values the input of what the model can bring to the table and works like a pro as the model runs through their repertoire, but can also give good direction too if he spots something cool. Hence, he’s a great person for both the experienced, and also the beginner model to shoot with.

Throughout the whole duration of our shoot; I felt comfortable, happy, well-respected and at ease with everyone involved. The studio was very accommodating; despite jumping on them so unexpectedly! Even though the arrangement was agreed to shoot with two photographers on the same shoot, it was always one-to-one at all times which enabled me to throw my most dramatic poses without the worry of a second shooter catching “too much on show” or a higher number of in-between poses. It was a quality flow of shooting with two very courteous people and I cannot sing the praises high enough! I 1000% recommend Mark to other models as a result and dearly hope to get to shoot together again before too long! :D

Thank you Mark for a very enjoyable and creatively-charged shoot Mark!

Keira

SimoneH

Its been a while since i had the chance to work with Mark, so i was really happy when i heard he had booked in on my studio day at map studios.

As always mark was a pleasure to work with, easy to talk to and the shoot just flew by.

I hope i get the chance to work with him again soon

Thanks again Mark

X

Ayla

Shot with Mark quite a few times now!

Love working with him :)

Respectful, genuine, relaxed and a great photographer!

Highly recommended

M e l a n y

I had a brilliant 4 hour shoot with Mark at Map Studios and the time flew by! Mark was professional, considerate and fun to work with and had lots of ideas - many of which were new to me and fun to try out.

I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Mark and really hope to get the opportunity of working with him again. Thank you Mark for a fantastic shoot :)

Amie Boulton

I had the pleasure of working with Mark again last week and having worked with him on several occasions before i knew it was going to be an enjoyable shoot. Mark joined in on a group event hosted by Chris Conway on the Thursday evening and worked wonderfully within a group setting then i had a 2 hour 1-1 with him on the Friday which was fab, it was the last shoot of the day but Mark was super respectful and fun to work alongside so it was a great end to the day. We got through a lot in a small amount of time having a giggle throughout which always makes any shoot that much easier.

I would whole heartedly recommend Mark and would happily work with him again at any point in the future and hope to do so :-)

Thanks for a wonderful shoot

Chica

I had a 2nd shoot with Mark and the team in a studio Biscuit (I love this name 😋) and I thoroughly enjoyed it!

Although I was the only model among 5 male photographers I felt very comfortable and found it easy to pose so 3 hours just flew by.

Everyone was friendly and easy going and I hope we'll shoot again :-)

PaigeAntonia

My second time shooting with Mark today

I was kindly invited back for a second group shoot at Biscuit, I was even given free reign to come up with the theme.

Mark is very easy to work with, the studio is lovely and warm and he runs a very friendly, well organised group.

I would totally recommend working with him. Thank you :)

Carla Monaco

I have recently worked with Mark 3 times in the space of a week and I loved every shoot. Mark is so down to earth, easy to talk too, kind, creative and 100% professional.

I always enjoy my shoots with Mark and I am more than happy to recommend him to any model out there.

Thank you for putting up with me for 3 shoots in a row lol ;)

Carla x

PaigeAntonia

Mark kindly invited me along to one of his camera club events tonight. Communication beforehand was spot on and the whole evening was so much fun!

I was made to feel welcome from the very start despite me looking like a mad woman waving to all the cars (but thats another story!)

Everybody got on really well, a lovely team-working group.

Well organised and Mark was very helpful throughout. I thoroughly enjoyed working with both Mark and the rest of the members. Thank you for having me and looking forward to the next time

Paige x

RebeccaHS

Its always fun working with mark and the biscuit photography group! They are a lovely group of people and always make the atmosphere at every shoot warm, welcoming and enjoyable. I would always recommend working with Mark and his camera club! looking forward to seeing you all again x

VictoriaLucie

I worked for a second time with Mark and his camera club and it was just as brilliant as the last! I feel honoured to have found a gem of a group and a great photographer/organiser in Mark. We are so free to try different themes and have a good laugh! Would work with again and again. :)

Chica

I had a great shoot yesterday with Mark and few other photographers at his studio. It was real fun and pleasure to work with this very friendly and witty bunch of people. I would highly recommend them! I hope I will work with them again :-)

VictoriaLucie

Mark was a lovely person to work with. He has created such a friendly camera group, with the ethos of having a laugh while creating brilliant images collaboratively. I have a brilliant time, Mark is a brilliant photographer, pre comms were great and I look forward to seeing him and his group again! Thanks Mark. :)

Queen of Dragons

Mark was organising a lighting workshop in the studio for his photoclub and I was one of the lucky models to be there and pose for them. And I had such an amazing time!

Mark was very friendly and kindly gave me a lift to the studio and back, was easy to work with him and you can see that he really knows a lot about photography, a true professional.

Communication was also good and I would definitely recommend him!

Would work with him again with no hesitation. Thank you Mark for the awesome fun evening with super friendly people of your photoclub.

Amie Boulton

Another day with this cool guy!!

Mark joined myself and white label on a workshop we ran at Map studios and as always it was a pleasure to have him on board. Mark is such a lovely genuine photographer who is a joy to model for. He worked well among his peers and bought alot of fun along to the day. He listened carefully to what he was taught then put it into action throughout the day and i have already seen a couple of images and they are super cool. As always, he gets the highest of recommendations from me and i hope to have more opportunities to work with him in the future :-)

Las /Leto/

Today I had my second photoshoot with Mark. I had met him in other group shoot before but we didn't have time to talk. This shoot was hosted by himself and it was a great evening - a bit of fun with relaxed atmosphere. I also had a chance to chat a bit with all the photographers and that helped a lot in front of the camera.

Mark kindly picked me up and dropped back at home after the shoot. He's a nice person, well organised and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended.

Jezebelle

I got to shoot with the spectacular Mark recently at Map Studio with Valis Volkova!

He is super respectful and professional, with fabulush camera wielding skills and a cool way of capturing the light/scenes 😊

The images on back of camera looked fantastic and I cannot recommend this epic photographer enough to all models!