References for Dreamlands Photography/Studio

Aleria

I met Derek during the UV shoot where there were other two photographers and another model.

He's very easygoing and made me feel comfortable. Even if i work with him for short time, I enjoyed working with him. I recommend him.

Gabriela Eva

UV & Fashion shoot.

Shooting with Derek i enjoyed because he brought out some high fashion poses i had not done before so was awesome to learn something new =)

Thanks Gabriela

Jay Bee

I got to work with Derek on a group shoot which included 6 gorgeous huskies! Dave was very lovely and easy to get on with. And clearly a very talented photographer too! I can't wait to see the edits!

I would definitely recommend working with Derek and would love to do so again in the future

Laura Faye

I was part of a group photo shoot with Derek, he was a very easy guy to have a laugh with and took some great shots!

He made the enjoyable day all the more great?

I highly recommend him and hope to work again together soon. :)

Christian Lewis

I met Derek on a husky and model shoot in the New Forest. Derek was really friendly and enjoyable to work with.

Derek was enthusiastic and worked with the models and huskies to get the shot he was after.

I would highly recommend Derek to models and photographers alike.

Andy Hathaway said...

I met Derek on a group shoot in the New Forest shooting 3 models and a pack of huskies.

Straight from the outset Dave was friendly and helpful. His vast experience showed on the day and is also reflected in his stunning images.

It was a pleasure to meet you Derek, I hope to shoot with you again.

CharlotteHH

Worked with Derek on a group shoot with 6 amazing huskies. He was lovely to work with and I'm looking forward to seeing the images.

Not a bad word to say about him, 100% recommend!

Harley Runner

Had a lovely day shooting Derek on Sunday! He was kind, professional and gave me great advice that has really helped in my career. Lots of biscuits, laughing and overall a fantastic shoot and experience. Highly recommended!

Rachelle Summers

I met Derek for the first time last week on the photographic holiday to Portugal, and despite him arriving late into the first session (and me unfortunately being covered in bites for our first ever meet!!) he was laid back and chill and fit straight into the day without any fuss.

He made a great addition to the group and it was really lovely working with him for the first time and getting to know him.

He is so lovely and down to earth, and looks after you at all times/making sure you are happy and comfortable.

I got on with him well from the moment he used my childhood nickname of smidge that no one else has ever called me haha! It was something to instantly bond over and from that moment we got on like a house on fire!

Would happily recommend him and hope to see him on my photographic holiday next year!!

AliceClaire

Derek owns a phenomenal studio and really knows his stuff behind the camera. He gives very helpful direction and its very encouraging, produces amazing images. Would definitely recommend.

Artemis Fauna

Derek booked onto the (first ever) Luxury Portugal trip we hosted last week. I couldn't have asked for a better group of photographers to come out with us!

Sadly, Derek couldn't get out to Portugal on the evening everyone else did- but he arrived as cool as a cucumber the next day and fitted right into the group instantly despite his flight being delayed.

Derek has to be one of the most chilled out photographers I have ever met, nothing puts him up nor down and I can't thank him enough for being so laid back during the trip!

We got some amazing images and had a lot of fun in the process. I can't wait to see the images and hopefully have Derek on any future events that get hosted. Thank you, Derek. :)

Nicole Rayner

As always shooting with Derek was lots of fun! We always end up playing around and just having lots of fun! We did take the most part of the shoot very seriously and did a great range of shots!

We went to a beautiful lake, and Derek brought me a parachute dress, which was lots of fun! He is very creative with his shots and what he produced was lovely!

He always made sure I was happy and comfortable at all times!

I then ventured into the lake, and Derek's shots made it very worthwhile getting a bit dirty as they were very beautiful! He is very quick when shooting, no messing around, which is needed in a situation like that! He also kindly picked me up and dropped me off where I needed to be which is a huge help!

A great guy to work with - very funny, and very easy to talk to. Highly recommended

Elle Black

Derek started off on the right foot straight away by collecting me in such luxury! The sun was shining and it was a very happy shoot. We chatted away and took loads of shots... he had some fantastic ideas and we also shared some as we went along... a really enjoyable shoot and WOW! I love the shot so far! Amazing. Very flattered. Certainly highly recommended.

Artemis Fauna

I worked with Derek for a couple of hours on my studio day at Fine and Dandy. We had a great little shoot and fitted a lot into the time we had.

Derek was easy to work with, friendly and chatty with lots of ideas of his own. He was also happy for me to have an input too :)

Derek will be joining me out in Portugal next month and I am really looking forward to it! See you soon :)

Lily Hart MUA

i was a complete idiot and let my coat behind and derek very kindly sent it to me ! would happily work with him again!!

Molly M

Enjoyed my first shoot today with Pirbright Photography. Derek is a very accomplished photographer, a pleasure to work with and I cannot wait to shoot with him again. The studio is warm, comfortable and plenty of biscuits and coffee supplied to keep you going. A wonderful morning shoot. Molly x

Lily Hart MUA

Derek was really fun to work with and gave good instruction. the studio is warm and comfortable and there was ample space for me to work on the models. I wold defiantly recommend him!

Nicole Rayner

Well, what a time I had with Derek!! On my recent London Tour I had a cancellation so had originated a very last min shoot with Detek, which was quite difficult as we were trying to organise whilst both on other shoots, but hey all worked out!

I met Derek at a studio in London where he was on an organised group shoot with lots of other models, great designers and 3 other photographers - he wasn't quite finished his shoot, and suggested I joined in! I jumped at the chance as I got to wear a fabulous dress and have lots of fun with it! Derek was very kind and also let the other photographers take images of me.

Then we drove to his studio in Guildford, and we had a very varied shoot there where we tried lots of different things , from arty to very cheesy! It was much fun! Then Derek kindly drove me to the station and waited with me til I got on the train.

Derek himself is fabulous! I felt like I had known him for years, he is very easy to talk to and very kind hearted- and a good laugh too! He made sure I was comfortable at all times and was very respectful! He has a great knowledge of lighting and I am very excited to see what he does with the images as his ideas sounded great!! Really hope to shoot with Derek again! Highly recommend!

Cacao Papow

Derek communicated well before our shoot, he was even able to reschedule when the weather was not in our favour! During the shoot, he gave clear direction but also allowed me to use my own poses. I was given plenty of time to change outfits and retouch make-up. The studio was very comfortable to work in too. I'm really glad we had the opportunity to collaborate together and I'd happily work with Derek again.

Jade Sakura

It was lovely to work with Derek again. He is very welcoming and super friendly and really make sure you are comfortable in every shoot! We went to a really nice indoor location as weather was no so great and the ideas he had sounds fantastic and I am sure the results are superb as well! I would highly recommend Derek and would work with him again.

Thank you!