References for Kimono Stylist

Inked barbie

I worked with Liz on a spring/flower themed shoot and she was brilliant! Not only did she do a fantastic job on my make up she also talked me through what she was doing, how she was doing it and made sure I was comfortable with what she was doing!

Absolutely fantastic.

I would definitely reccomend her and I'm looking forward to us possibly working together again!

Rusti Rose

I worked with Liz at a group shoot she did a amazing white base on my face which didn't budge the whole session and helped me around due to being half blind from contacts! Such a lovely person to work with 100% recommend :) Hope we can work together again, maybe next time you can do my whole make up :)!

Lolita_Ward

Liz literally styled me. Head to toe. She did my make up, which I adored. She did my hair to perfection and dressed me. She's great company to chat away with and I felt very looked after. Thank you for a wonderful day.

DonTDeath

Second time working with Liz- see my previous reference.

This time was me working for her brief.

she organised the venue, sourced the beautiful kimono, was the HMUA and the stylist and still found some time to take pictures of her own as an agreed second shooter while chatting away.

Again... Highly recommended

Ellesia Burton

Lovely working with Liz again! She brought some beautiful vintage kimonos that were just amazing and has an eye for detail in every aspect! Highly reccomend!

DonTDeath

This woman is the Queen of Kimono and you if want images with kimono present then look no further.

She sourced two beautiful vintage Kimono for my 'Kimono My House' shoot. She dressed both models (including footwear and nails), showed them how to pose wearing kimono and using props such as fans, umbrellas and swords which she supplied. She then spent the entire shoot adjusting their costumes as 'things moved' which meant I could get on with the photography. Also throughout the shoot she maintained a creative input to the images.

Her cultural background knowledge is excellent so will keep your work 'true'.

Highly recommended and would love to work with her again.

Kat Hubery

Worked with Liz today on a 70s kimono style shoot. Her knowledge of the culture is outstanding and her costumes are AMAZING. She dressed both myself and another model to the smallest detail. Thank you so much.

Far Forest Studio

We were pleased to welcome Elizabeth to our studio today for her first vist on a collaboration shoot.

She arrived with the team fully prepared for the shoot and with perfect timing.

Throughout the shoot she directed and arranged with ease and her wonderful costumes radiated on the two lovely models.

It was a pleasure to see her work and an even greater pleasure to have her here.

Highly recommended to anyone in the world of photography and or film and we hope we get to see her work here again soon.

Lolita_Ward

I can't quite believe I've managed to work with this wonderful lady! Amazing at what she does, love the knowledge behind it all. Fascinating to talk about kimonos and understand what you are wearing. Liz's attention to detail was fantastic, there was no way she was going to let me look anything other than spot on. Thank you very much for today, You made a dream come true :)

Carol Bailey Photography

Worked with Elizabeth just before new year. She organised a great shoot with multiple models, photographers and MUA brilliantly. Lovely kimonos. Would recommend her.

Von Hart

Got to work yesterday with Elizabeth at a kimono styled shoot she organised. She was well prepared, kind, respectful and professional all throughout.

She did an amazing job at keeping everything flowing smoothly and I could not ask for a better day.

Would love to work with her again :)

Dillinger

I've worked on shoots styled by Elizabeth several times now and they have all been superb. The quality of the Kimono's she owns are second to none. She also understands the culture behind the Kimono's and how to dress, accessorise and pose the models. She is truly passionate about what she does and I look forward to working with her again.

ChinaModel

Elizabeth was amazing! Such a pleasure to work with. She brought genuine authentic kimonos, makeup, props and treats!. Elizabeth helped transform me into a genuine geisha and provided support in poses, direction and any assistance I required. Thank you so much, such a talented lady, I look forward to working with you again in future.

Mark@WeTakeGreatPictures

I worked with Elizabeth on a second Japanese Kimono shoot last weekend. It was another great shoot and again key ingredients to its success were Elizabeth's meticulous preparation and extensive knowledge. Her stunning wardrobe included a full Geisha outfit with Kimono accessories and headdress. Elizabeth applied traditional shiro nuri for a fabulous look. Her styling is exceptional and provided additional looks for other models too. Her design skills provided very different lovely looks for my photographers' portfolios. I do hope to be able to work with Elizabeth again next year and create a Samurai look. She is very highly recommended.

Sherry Armitage

I modeled one of this lady's fab' kimono's yesterday on a group meetup at the gardens in Birmingham. She gave everyone instruction how to pose and explained what poses we cannot do due to restrictions of movement. A very knowledgeable lady who will answer questions and help direct. I highly recommend her if you want to pose as authentically and learn a bit about Japanese culture. Hope to work with you again.

Dillinger

I attended a group shoot yesterday and the Kimono wardrobe supplied by Elizabeth was just stunning. Would love to work with her again on a future project

Whimsical Sorceress

I body painted alongside this fab' lady as a meetup yesterday. She is very knowledge able and easy to speak to. Gave models and photographers instruction on poses etc. I would love to work along side her again and I highly recommend her if you want your models to pose as authentically as possible. Hope you get some great images from this event, you are a star.

Mark@WeTakeGreatPictures

Worked with Elizabeth on the Kimono shoot at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens this weekend. It was a great shoot and key ingredients to its success were Elizabeth's careful preparation and extensive knowledge of Japanese art and custom. She provided a portable wardrobe carefully picking out costume and designing around model and MU. This meant not only did her stunning range of Kimono give each model a fabulous look, there were subtle differences in styling that provided very different lovely looks for my photographers' portfolios. Elizabeth took time to carefully guide the models in how to pose in Kimono, to best achieve an authentic look for the style of dress, hair and accessories. Her preparation was thoughtful and meticulous, her pre shoot communication spot on, which lent huge value to the outcomes and a very enjoyable day. We are already getting some great pictures through from the group, that seems to be doing justice to all the thought and work before and during the event.

We are planning another shoot in the Autumn with a Geisha & Samurai theme and I can't wait to work with Elizabeth again. She is very highly recommended.

Beauty Classics

I knew working with Kimono Stylist would be special as I had never worked with kimono before but the experience of this shoot was extraordinary and I'm totally in love with these garments. Kimono Stylist is extremely knowledgeable and could help me to understand some of the background and history. Her pre-shoot communications were excellent so I had a clear idea of the colours I would be working with. Kimono Stylist is creative, attentive to detail, and completely professional. Anyone who has the chance to work with her is very fortunate. Thank you so much for this opportunity Elizabeth.