References for Mick Payton Studios - Tuition & Photography Events

RyanJHarris

Always a pleasure attending workshops with Mick, a great guy who has a wealth of experience. Always something new to learn from him. As a photographer I always recommend Mick to other photographers and he always has too models to work with at his events.

Ashleigh Rae

The Mick Payton effect in one word - MAGIC.

Absolutley love working with Mick, his style, personality, the atmosphere he creates, and of course... his creative brain.

If you're a model he brings something out in you, that maybe only he can see, and does it in the most flattering, natural way - INSPIRING.

If you're a photographer attending one of Micks workshops - take note. This chap has been there and done it, and that brain is full of all of knowledge that we all need. You're working with the best :-)

Thanks for everything Mick.

So fantastic working with you over the years, I appreciate you, Sue and the team.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Steve Upton

This was my 8th workshop at Mick Paytons and as always lots of fun, pics, and knowledge gained.

The small group is perfect everyone gets the same time with the model.

Another stunning model which is the norm for here and got some great shots.

You can't fail here really there is help on hand whenever you need it, great lighting and Micks Knowledge is second to none.

I am hoping to do more if time allows and i would highly recommend trying one of these session out.

You will not be disappointed.

Thanks again Mick.

Steve

Phil Holroyd Photography

I have attended a number of model shoots at Micks Studios this year, the latest of which was with Katey Model.

As well a studio owner and lighting expert, Mick has a great talent for drawing out expression on the models face and focusing on the detail which makes the difference between a good image and an outstanding image.

When I choose a workshop to go on I always look at the photographic skills that the tutor has. Micks portfolio is excellent and by attending these events I hope that I can pick up on these skills.

If FPI's are important to you this is the studio to go to, even I have managed to get a few!!

Looking forward to the last workshop of the year with Tania.

PoeticMinx

I really enjoyed my 2 day weekend workshop with Mick. I particularly loved the way he educated the attending photographers - the honesty and transparency of his teaching should be more common in our industry. I could see his passion for photography and how invested he is in making sure photographers have the best results. I loved Mike’s energy and photographic enthusiasm! He was also super helpful and professional, would love to shoot again!

Thank you, Mick!

Peter Jackson

I had the very great pleasure of being at my first of hopefully many workshops with Mick today. Wow .. I have never had so much friendly, helpful, straightforward, challenging, thought-provoking feedback in one day. I have learned a LOT.

wilf welch

Had a great day at a Mick Payton workshop, very informative, made me rethink some of my ideas to shoots. Had such a good time i have booked two more workshops

Mick is fun and a great guy to be around see you soon mick

Christian Taylor

Joined Mick's workshop in on July 16th to develop my skills working with models and studio lighting. Fully recommend the experience to anyone considering it; the venue is easy to find, with convenient parking and comfortable facilities.

Mick focuses on transferable skills and techniques to create very classic, high quality portraits, that will improve the images you are able to capture regardless of context. As a Sony user, Mick was also able to offer excellent guidance on how to get the most out of my camera. Mick creates and maintains an upbeat and supportive atmosphere at all times, keeping the programme moving while creating a safe space for everyone to be creative and feel supported as they learn.

As a personal note, I'm also very grateful to Mick for the support that he's offered outside of workshop time, which has helped me a great deal to re-focus myself towards capturing high quality and tasteful images with broad appeal. Thank you.

orpentor

I attended a recent one of Mick’s workshops, along with three other photographers – two of whom were regulars (says it all!). Mick runs his well planned workshops to give every opportunity to understand his methods and to incorporate them constructively into your own work. His huge experience and enthusiasm keep momentum and interest high throughout, with opportunities for the group to influence the direction of the shoot. Superb model Jessica (Jesslouiseaylxn) played her part in bringing the sets to life, re-enforcing the lessons, and giving us all a great set of pictures in the process. Really good value – recommended.

Steve Upton

This was my 5th session at Mick Payton studios and as usual another stunning model.

The atmosphere is so relaxed, sometimes funny but still great shots are taken. Its very rare that i go away from the shoot and have to edit any of my pics. This last session i have only had to do a bit of cropping. Mick has got loads of knowledge and will always help and give you advice on how to take better pics.

I am already booked on 2 more sessions and cannot wait.

I would recommend one of Micks sessions great time to be add and always a stunning model. Don't miss out.

MUA Ray Jessi

I’ve worked with mick as his MUA and stylist on a couple of his workshops now and I have to say I’m blown away.

He runs his ship perfectly giving all photographers good and fair amount of time.

He has great communication and direction and was so fun to work with .

His lighting equiptement, studio and set up is flawless and I have learnt so so much from mick. He really knows his stuff and you can really see he wants the best for everyone who attends his workshop and thrives to give them the best expierience and prints .

I’d work with mick any day as I learn somthing new every time.

Amazing photographer and person all round

Dan Snow Photography

I joined a shoot with Mick at his studio group workshop working with Elile Mae.

The session was professionally arranged and went like clockwork. Mick was informative and helpful and I certainly learnt a great deal during the session.

I thoroughly recommend Mick's workshops at his studios. Photographers of all levels will learn something new. Mick encourages you to think about the images you are trying to capture and has years of professional experience. Also great value for money.

The model, Ellie Mae was spectacular and I couldn't recommend her enough.

Enirehtak

Had a shoot with Mick today, it was my first time in front of a camera in a studio and I have to say that I was blown away by how welcoming, professional, in depth and talented Mick was. The studio and equipment shows the level of dedication and passion Mick has for his work, with his images reflecting this more so, and the compassion and care for the models in his care based on my experience is professional and accommodating. All around a great experience and I hope to see Mick again! Would definitely recommend

Mansoor Ali

I had my second photo shoot at Mick Payton Studios yesterday. It was brilliant. Mick was very helpful in getting my camera settings right. The model was Tanya Atherton who is one of the best models around. I got some excellent images and I hope to back there.

Xeniamodel

Had an incredible first experience working at Mick Payton studio this weekend.

Mick is very professional and looks after his models. Although the day was very chilled (especially for a group shoot of this kind), he had everything under control and made sure everyone in the room got the most out of their time at the studio.

Huge thanks to Sue too, who works behind the scenes and provides big emotional support. What a lady ❤️

Overall, very positive experience. I'll be back as soon as I'm asked to and recommend to every model.

Thank you 😌

Xenia

Elle Baldwinson

Worked at Mick’s studio for the first time this weekend. Mick and I spoke multiple times before the shoot which helped me to feel

comfortable and prepared for the weekend ahead. This was such a different experience for me and my modelling career so far,Mick is clearly a very knowledgeable and professional photographer and he knows what works well in photos,he pushed be throughout the weekend and broke down my usual comfortable modelling habits,it was definitely challenging but also refreshing to be pushed out of my comfort zone and shown,what felt like a whole new way to model. I definitely recommend working with Mick specifically for this as I genuinely feel like a better model after this experience. Mick provides lots of feedback and information which I will use in the future. Mick had a lovely warm studio that was great to work with,he had very talented and enthusiastic photographers come to the events,all which made me feel comfortable and were a pleasure to work with. Mick and Sue were extremely accommodating and were so kind enough to look after me during my stay. The images I’ve seen so far from Mick have been beautiful,they are so different for me and I love it! Couldn’t recommend more.

Jessica Louise Model

I made my way to Wales for a weekend of workshops at Mick's studio and had the best time - didn't want to leave!

Pre-comms were excellent, instantly got on with Mick which allowed us to create a plan for the weekend and contributed to us creating some awesome images I am totally blown away by.

Highly recommend Mick's workshops to photographers. Very organised, great studio space and Mick has a lot of valuable knowledge to pass on to those attending! Mick creates a great atmosphere on his workshops, playing music, bringing a high energy, making sure photographers get enough time to shoot and throw in a hint of brilliant dancing too!

Massive thank you to Mick and Sue for having me for the weekend in their beautiful home.

Stokeparker

I attended another excellent workshop at Mick Payton's studio. He has a winning formula of booking top quality models, who often travel quite a distance, and timetabling multiple 1:1 and group shoots over the course of a weekend. This allows photographers the chance to shoot models, with whom they would not be able to work otherwise, for a very reasonable rate. Everything is set up for you, and tuition is available as appropriate, so all experience levels are catered for.

I know some of the events for next year are sold out already, which shows how well it works. I have no doubt I will attend more of his events in the future.

Highly recommended.

Anna B1989

Mick booked me for one of his workshop weekends in Wales and it was a fantastic experience. Mick’s pre-comms were excellent and his responses are always punctual. He and his lovely wife put me up for the weekend in their bungalow and they were both very chatty and great to get to know.

Mick is clearly a fantastic photographer, as evident from his work, and the way he passes that on to other photographers is wonderful. He worked really well with me, wasn’t afraid to talk to me and give me some great direction to help us get some great shots and great shots with the other photographers as well.

I’ll be back in April for another weekend! Thank you Mick

Rob W Jones

I have had the privilege of attending a number of workshops this year with Mick and everyone has been amazing.

The models (very high standard) have all been excellent, great to work with regardless of how confident/experienced you are. Mick is always there to offer support and guidance that makes you think about how you can develop and improve. The small groups and well set-up studio allow you to have plenty of time shooting, with the sessions being great value for money as a result.

Would I recommend Mick Payton Studios absolutely, already looking forward to next year...