References for Paul Askins

Blondiekitty

I have worked with Paul now many times and can't recommend him enough.

He is a very kind generous host and a pleasure to work with.

And I'm always happy with the images we create.

Thanks so much!

Can't wait to shoot again!

Nicky Phillips

I have just returned from Ireland and spent a couple of nights at Paul's after he kindly offered to put me up for our shoot.

Paul's pre comms are fantastic, he helped me so much with public transport and Paul honestly made my trip run smoother.

We shot for a full day which flew by and we got some amazing shots.

Paul is respectful, easy going and really fun to work with.

I can't wait to return next year and work with Paul again.

Thank you so much,

Nicky xo

Bullets

Got to tip the Hat to Paul again, Top bloke! He's hosted models, organised shoots and let me tag along and team up on days where I had to do nothing at all but turn up on the day! which let me gain some experience shooting people. As I've worked with Paul and a few models a couple of times and I've always noticed the models are very well looked after, a comfortable and safe roof over their heads, treated with respect and Food,Drink,Snacks are in endless supply (really!!! Willy Wonka would not get a look in!) A+ in my books!

Natasha ПΣӨП

This was my 5th, 6th and 7th shoot with the lovely Paul who kindly hosted me on my Ireland trip! He is hilarious, fun to be around and a very creative photographer. We got though so many creative and fun looks/set ups and got some awesome photos out of it! I love how chilled yet organised and up for trying anything Paul is and I look forward to returning at some point :) highly recommended.

Jezebelle

Got to shoot with this fantabulous photographer who is just the life and soul of the party!

He has so much enthusiasm, passion, talent and a fantastic collection of latex/outfits/props - the best I have ever seen!

I love shooting with the awesome Paul, he is ever so respectful and has a wicked way with the camera, just look at the images :)

Thank you for booking me, you're such a dude and I cannot recommend this epic gentleman enough to everyone on the site ♥

Blondiekitty

I have worked with Paul many times and as always this time it was such fun and an enjoyable experience.

He was an amazing host and looked after me to no end.

Paul is always full of wonderful creative ideas and we got some amazing shots, some of my favourite to date!

Thanks so much Paul, I would highly recommend him to any model!

Always a pleasure look forward to the next shoot!

Leon Lift

First off I have to thank Paul for putting me and Tillie up for 2 nights whilst we were on our Ireland tour. This was a super kind thing to do and we highly appreciate him letting us stay at his home (and making us lunch and dinner for the 2 days, everything he cooked tasted really good, no joke those were the best eggs on toast I've actually ever had).

The shoot we had with Paul was great! We thought it was going to be a half day location, half day studio shoot but as the whether did not permit, It ended up being a full day in the studio which was no problem as new and creative ideas constantly flowed up until we finished. We got through loads of stuff but the environment was really chilled and relaxed at the same time which made for a perfect balance to the day.

Paul himself is a really nice guy and a funny guy with a great sense of humour as well.

I can highly recommended him to anyone that that may be thinking about shooting with him in future.

Thank you for being a wonderful host and equally wonderful person to work with. Can't wait to see more shots, keep em coming :D!

Bullets

Got to thank Paul if it was not for him I would have Zero experience shooting a location or studio shoot with models. The few times I've done shoots he has been gracious enough to let me tag along to gain experience and use his equipment in his home studio. My creativity has been burned out lately but Paul always has creative ideas, Most recently a newspaper skirt was superb! I've always found it cool/funny I'd go into Pauls place and there would be models making cups of tea, eating food, making breakfast etc and pure relaxed around the house. I hope this never changes! :-)

Rose Magdalene Child

Paul and Brian (Bullets) teamed up together to shoot both me and my partner Leon whilst on tour in Ireland. We exchanged several messaged before the day about the day, ideas, themes, travel etc. Paul was extremely kind and put us both up in his home for two night, even feeding us delicious home cooked meals…we were spoiled :)

We arrived the evening before and settled in over dinner and a chat about the next days shoot which ensured we all felt comfortable able relaxed. I believe this can really help a shoot as we are all settled and know more about one another which helps to feel at ease and think more about the ideas of the shoot and be as prepped as possible.

Brian arrived on the morning and they both set up lighting for the first set which was gels. Paul had clearly done it before as he set up the lights spot on, shooting both solos and duos. The images were exceptional in this set. Everything just worked! Even the hair dryer :P as the fan had broken. But….you would never know! It was awesome.

After lunch we shot some warrior style images together and Paul had made an incredible outfit out of newspaper for me to wear, I couldn’t believe the skill that had got into creating it. He is clearly very experienced with making things as you can see from the models around his home. He has the eye, the patience and the skilled hands to create some cool things. The outfit really worked well alone and both with Leon, the theme progressed and the images got better and funnier, this was by far the most fun set :D

After this we shot some art nudes together making shapes and also some hollywood style portraits. Both sets were excellent and again the lighting was really great on both.

We are both loving the results being posted so far and look forward to seeing more.

Paul is totally recommended by me :)

Thank you Tillie

Blondiekitty

I think this was my 6th time working with Paul and as always a great time was had!

We got some amazing results in a super chilled yet professional atmosphere.

I can't recommend Paul enough.

Thanks so much!

What will we do next!? 😊

Natasha ПΣӨП

This was my third shoot with Paul and hopefully not the last! Paul is so creative, open minded to new ideas and a right laugh to work with. It feels more like having fun with a friend rather than work, I look forward to returning to Ireland and shooting with him again! Highly recommended :)

Blue Smoothy

I had my forth shoot with Paul today during his trip to London. We had lots of fun shooting evening wear through to nude at the factory studio. Great communication, lots of laughs and some awesome images.

Thanks for a top quality shoot...I look forward to the next one :D xx

KatyB (Katex)

Can never thank Paul enough for being such a kind man and always a brilliant host with non stop laughs!

This is our second shoot together, i was lucky enough for him to save me after i had been left with no place to stay and pretty shaken on my last Ireland tour so i already had the highest respect for him.

Hes great with the camera and i always look forward to shooting with him because he always brings something a little different and likes to challenge himself with lighting techniques and for example, stop frame movies!

We had a great full day relaxed shoot, with many great images coming from it and ideas flowing with ease between us.

He was kind enough to drop me off and pick me up by the coach stops and he fed me lovely food and gave me a comfy bed to sleep in.

Pre comms are always fab and the images i always really look forward to seeing what we created and how he'll edit it this time!

Thanks again, cant wait to work together again in the near future.

KatyB

PoeticMinx

Paul hosted me for a few days while I had my first tour in Ireland. He made me feel welcomed and comfortable! Conversing and communicating with him in general was pleasant and easygoing, yet we also did our own thing when needed (admin and editing!;)).

Paul has a cool sense of humour and goes out of his way to help. He drove me everywhere where I needed to be. We managed to shoot too (not long enough unfortunately, but will make up for it next time!). I love the images.

10/10

Blondiekitty

I have lost count of how many times Paul and I have worked together but our shoot on Sunday as always was such a pleasure.

We always have a giggle and create great images!

He is full of wonderful creative ideas and let's you have your own input as well.

Thanks so much, look forward to the next one!

Highly recommended!

Stella Star

This chap is a one of a kind!

Totally rate him as a photgrapher and an individual. I felt 100% safe the whole time I stayed, looked after and respected.

All pre comms were bang on and our communication all the way through was next to none.

Paul is an ideas man, a ‘do-er’. We had a rough idea as to what we wanted to achieve and working together we came up with our own fantastic original shots, couldn’t be happier!

He’s a hard worker our Paul and so down to earth.

Highly recommend anyone aspiring or professional model to work with him.

LJ x

Kitty Quinzell

Paul kindly put me up for the night on my tour in return for a part paid shoot.

After working with him last year, I knew it was going to be a good one - I wasn’t wrong!

This time he had an awesome idea using coloured plastic, gels and smoke. We nailed the sets we did, producing colourful, creative fashion and art work. I just love the images I’ve seen so far!

Wonderful photographer, loveliest of people.

I hope to work with him again on my next tour :)

ToriCummingxx

This was my first shoot with Paul and is was great fun. He flew from Ireland to Glasgow and we shot for 6 hours, part in Studio and part in the hotel he had booked for his stay.

Paul is a lovely guy and very easy to get along with. He made me feel extremely comfortable and relaxed throughout our shoot. I am 37 weeks pregnant and this was my final maternity shoot and I’m so glad I done it with Paul as he has a lot of patience and understanding.

He has lots of great ideas and even brought a variety of costumes and props to use which came in very handy.

I wouldn’t hesistate to recommend Paul to any model at any level.

B_e_t_t_i_n_a

Well what can I really say.

From the start to the finish. I really had a great time working and on the same time getting to know Paul.

He is really nice and approachable, but most importantly very polite and professional.

He looked after me the whole day and we created some amazing images. We both worked hard to achieve the best.

And I can’t thank you enough Paul for feeding me and looking after me. What a great host. :) and a beautiful soul.

Hope to work with you soon in near future.

BB

Angel.

Stayed and worked with Paul during my tour of Ireland.

He kindly offered to host me and was incredibly hospitable and easy going, making me feel super comfortable and at home :)

Snacks and drinks were practically on tap so I always felt refreshed and relaxed!!!

Paul is probably one of the most considerate people I've worked with, always checking if you're OK which is awesome.

So we shot around limerick including some cool ruined places.

Paul is always super prepared, bringing hand warmers, a blanket and anything else to ensure I am warm :)

We had an adventurous day throughout Ireland shooting in many cool places!!

Love working with Paul both as a creative enthusiasric photographer and is also an awesome person, chilled, fun and laid back!

We made the worlds hottest stir fry too which is probably the hotter thing I've eaten in my life lol

Highly recommended as always

Angel x