References for Orson Carter

Josephine Kook-Clark

I loved shooting with Martin today. He was extremely respectful, encouraging, and very easy to work with. I wasn't afraid to try different moves/poses and he made me feel so comfortable. I had a great day, and am so happy I was able to work with him after looking at his amazing portfolio and plethora of positive reviews! What a wonderful photographer and person. Thank you for today!

Blue Smoothy

Another top shoot with Martin :D After great pre-comms, we went into the shoot with lots of ideas and had fun creating some awesome images. He never fails to bring enthusiasm to a shoot and always provides enough food for an Army. Very pleased to have had the opportunity to work with Martin again and look forward to the next one.

Thank you!

Everly Rose

WOW

I finally got to shoot with this legend! and was it worth the wait!

A day packed with creativity fun and giggles. Martin is hilarious kind and warm, full of inspiration and so encouraging, his excitement is infectious and he brought out the best in me.

Martin is so prepared, there were boxes and stacks of beautiful clothing and accessories, latex to gowns, the biggest selection of food and drink, awesome music and his legendary lighting I couldn't have wished for anything more.

Martin it was a pleasure, Thank you so much, here is to many more shoots and a long friendship xx

Elle Black

Well having first discussed a shoot about 6 years ago, and then randomly recently finally sealing the deal; my gosh was it worth it! I knew Martin was going to be fun, funny, and flattering and that was exactly it! All my favorite shoot qualities in abundance. The conversation flowed, the location was great, and he works so hard to flatter the model. Absolutely loved every minute and so chuffed with the pics! Absolutely highly recommended, should you be lucky enough to get the chance!

Emilia Sylvia

I had the most amazing day shooting with this lovely and very talented man. Martin is a truly fabulous person -warm, thoughtful, considerate as well as extremely passionate about his images. His love for photography, fashion and music is contagious and I could listen to him for hours.

As a photographer he’s incredibly professional, knows his craft and is a real inspiration to work with. He will get the best out of every model, 110% recommended by me. I had a wonderful day with Martin and the results are epic :D Thank you again Martin :D

xxmrmthxx - Mel Tongue

FAB FAB FAB!!!

I have really enjoyed my shoot with Martin today at the village hall. I'm so pleased I got to shoot with him again after a few years since our last. As ever a great host, excellent pre comms and a super productive shoot. As you can tell from his amazing port, I can't wait to see the results!

I very highly recommend this legend!

Millamod

Third shoot with Orson Carter. Absolutely beautiful! It was so much enjoyable and quality day! Every picture we have done that day just so perfect and so beautiful! I love so much working with Martin!

Always pleaser!

Yes Yes and Yes! He is Legend

Can't wait to work with Martin again! Thank you!

BexWhite

Well it only took us 10 years or so! I had the absolute pleasure of working with Martin for the first time yesterday, and I certainly hope it won't be the last. We split our shoot over two locations, and really made the most of them, while battling a bit against lighting conditions... that pesky sun just wanted to follow us around! In spite of it's efforts to scupper our plans, though, I still think we achieved some really lovely images.

Martin's beautiful pictures speak for themselves - all I can add is that it was wonderful to work with such a creative, kind and funny chap. Thank you Martin for a truly lovely morning! :)

LadyoftheManor

Had my first shoot with Orson pre returning to do a little fun modelling. After spending years as a professional and having lots of shoots and many many photographers involved I can honestly say Orson was one of the nicest. I cannot believe from a hobbyist tog that he produced such great work! He made me feel comfortable and relaxed and we had a good laugh as well! He is amazing as you can tell by scrolling through his of . Any model is lucky to shoot with him.

siggy

Another great shoot with Orson Carter.

I dont have enough words to describe how much i enjoy working with Martin.

I agree with person who said that Orson Carter is a Legend. You really are :)

Thank you so much for an amazing shoot, photos we created and for being such wonderful person.

I cant wait for our next shoot

Highly recommended!!!!!!

Miss_C

Well what can I say, another shoot with the fabulous Martin Smith.

I'm actually running out for ways in which to tell everyone how brilliant this man is!! Wonderfully creative, absolutely histerical and always provides the best food!!!!

Cannot wait for the next shoot with this genius!!!!

Miss_C

After our first shoot I was absolutely thrilled to be asked back for another at his studio in Somerset!!

Martins pre-comms are fabulous. We discussed a range of ideas and Martin sent me a range of images for outfits that he had at his disposal.

Shoot day came (and went too quickly), the studio is great, and Martin provided ample food and drinks to keep us both going. We tried a range of outfits and I can honestly say that I once again Martin had me in stitches for the majority of the 6 hours that we were there for!!

On a serious note - Martin is a brilliant talented photographer with a wealth of knowledge and expertise to share. He has helped me no end with my modelling so far and I cannot wait to shoot with him again!!!!

Rose Magdalene Child

Martin is the ultimate models dream photographer to work with...

Warm, friendly, understanding, kind, passionate, respectful, patient, complimentary, and a darnnn good photographer.

I think it was our 3rd shoot last month when I was on tour in the South-West area, and I think it's safe to say every shoot gets better and better. I would like to think we have a great understanding of one another now and this certainly helps a rapport between you both and enables you (the photographer) to capture the real essence of your model.

I thoroughly enjoyed our shoot and the images that were produced are incredible, I'm still so behind on sharing but I cannot wait to do so :D

Thanks again Martin,

See you in December, Tillie x

Miss Ruby💋

I had been wanting to shoot with Orson Carter for quite some time, it doesn’t take a genius to know why! His work is outstanding!

Martin was very professional yet lovely and made me feel totally comfortable. We had an all day shoot and got a range of superb images which I can proudly add to my portfolio.

Martin and I got on really well and I know that any model will feel comfortable and at ease in his presence.

Martin also provided lunch and refreshments throughout the day to keep us going as well as a huge collection of music in the background..luckily our taste in music was very similar 😊

I 100% recommend Mr Orson Carter and look forward to working with him again, hopefully in the near future!

Kelly 😊

Miss_C

Had another fabulous shoot with Martin at the stunning location of South House Retreat.

Me and Martin discussed at length ideas for the shoot, including posh frocks, lingerie and implied nude.

Martin pays so much attention to detail and knows exactly how to capture the most stunning shots!! - He's always complimentary about the model, and, once again I found myself laughing throughout most of the shoot!!

I thoroughly enjoy working with Martin, and, yes we have another one in the diary!!! Hehe!

JR69

I had another fantastic shoot with Orson on Sunday.When he asked me back how could i refuse this charming,funny and talented photographer.As I`ve shot with him before i knew i was in for a fun few hours.

Orson`s pre communication was excellent as always and we both knew exactly what we were going to shoot on the day.

I brought along a selection of outfits for the shoot including a couple of beautiful corsets from What Katie Did & Orson also kindly supplied some stunning corsets from Jems Corsets so we had a few outfit changes along the way!

After almost 6 hours of shooting it was time to finish and i can honestly say i could have gone on as i absolutely enjoyed every minute of our shoot.

I received 6 edited images next day which i`m totally in love with and more edited images yesterday,super quick turnaround but fantastic quality images.

Thank you sooo much Orson for an awesome shoot.This man gets a high recommendation from me :)

Jackie xx

Lola Tease

I had another superb shoot with Orson. He is a delight to work with - a consummate professional with a wonderful sense of humour. It's such a pleasure to be in his company - time passes all too quickly. I cannot recommend him highly enough - he is simply the best.

Lola xx

Miss_C

Well, what can I say!!! Just got back from a shoot with Orson today and I can honestly say I've not laughed so much for a long time! (admittedly mostly at my expense haha!!).

Anyway - Pre communication was fantastic, we discussed every detail and I was given lots of opportunity to put my own input in.

Shoot day came and it suddenly dawned on my that I had 5 references compared to Orsons 280 odd.. Que instant panic that I'm working with a genius haha!! But, I can honestly say none of that mattered at all. We spent about 6 hours trying lots of outfits and ideas which Orson captured beautifully. Orson gave me loads of direction and useful advice, I learnt so much today!!!

I'm thoroughly looking forward to working with Orson again and would highly recommend him!!!!

Amie Boulton

Ive said it before but ill say it again, Orson is easily one of my absolute faves to work with! Every time i have a shoot booked in i have to prepare myself for a day of belly laughing and stupidity whilst making awesome pictures at the same time. You can't not have fun in his company, i wear a permanant smile for the duration of the shoot (apart from in the pics....i need my rbf face on then!) Despite having worked with him so many times we always come up with new ideas, this time, it was a duo....with Orson!! Oh and how he rocked it, i was jealous of his expertise on the other side of the camera. Mastered both sides and that is talent ;-) If you havent worked with him yet and you are lucky enough to grab the opportunity, please don't miss it!! Thanks again for the most amazing shoot :-)

Ria Fantastic

There is so much to say about Martin. As you can already see from his portfolio (as did I) he is an absolutely phenomenal photographer. I mean, who even has 400+ FPIs?!? I have admired his work for a long time and I was so glad the opportunity to take some pictures together presented itself.

This has to be one of my favourite shoots ever! Martin is so hilarious, energetic and entertaining, making our time together feel like hanging out with a grand old friend. Yet at the end of every single set (almost 10 of them in 5 hours) there was at least one killer image, and I had no idea how it just magically appeared from Martin's cleverly designed, economical systems, involving a HP box and lots of tape.

He brought So. Much. Clothing! It was like all my childhood dreams of being a princess had come true - and dominatrix too in one case, with a beautiful designer latex dress Martin managed to acquire for us :P

Throughout our time, Martin was a total gent. He picked me up and dropped me off, and brought enough delicious food and snacks to fuel a small army (and/ or me haha). I simply adored working with him; it's no wonder so many others have before me. Grab him quickly before he retires from photography and you kick yourself into eternity for missing out!

Recommended from Bath to London :D

Ria x

PS: The DAY AFTER our shoot and he had already edited 2 shots, both in colour and b&w. How great is he?!?