References for Stu Freeman

Lady Bain

I had the pleasure of shooting with Stu today at his fantastic home studio. He has the best setup I have ever seen, multiple studios in one with some fantastic props and array of lighting. There is even a cute makeup room and changing area. Stu welcomed me with a cuppa and made me feel very comfortable before our shoot began. Stu had a clear vision for the shoot and had communicated that to me before hand so we got straight to it. Stu’s attention to detail and lighting configuration was amazing and very interesting. He showed me the pictures through the view finder and also on a computer which looked fabulous. The shoot was lots of fun and Stu is a real gentleman. I can’t wait to see the pictures and would love to work with him again.

Thankyou so much Stu.

Emily Rose J

Stu is a fantastic photographer with a real passion and eye for art. He instantly knew what colours would compliment me and straight away knew exactly what to do to create some amazing shots. He was kind enough to pick me up from the station and drop me off. His studio is one of the best I’ve ever seen! I was extremely comfortable the entire time and really enjoyed creating some fantastic shots with him! I cannot wait to shoot with him again! I can’t recommend him enough Thank you so much!

Helen-Rose

Shooting with Stu was just awesome from start to finish!

Wonderful to work with a photographer who has such attention to detail as well as a

beautifully elegant sophisticated style.

The white cello and violin made for a great funky feel, and the images were really first class.

Thank you for a wonderful shoot, I felt very well looked after and the x2 golden labradors were gorgeous!

Highly recommended

H x

Angel Black UK

I had the pleasure of another shoot with Stu in his studio and absolutely love working here and with him.

His pre shoot communications were great, responding well to my questions and provided me with some outfit ideas ahead of time. He's very happy to go with the flow and worked on a whim with the outfits I had brought along.

During the shoot itself, he was polite professional and friendly and it felt like catching up with an old friend. We jumped straight into the shoot and worked our way through his plan capturing lots of gorgeous images. He was respectful of me at all times and I felt very comfortable.

We worked together for 3 hours and really made the most out of the studio. He really pays attention to the way the light is falling which is something i absolutely love. Stu was an absolute blast to work with and is always open to my ideas too.

He has a fantastic eye for photography and attempted some really cool shots as he was full of inspiration. The shots came out amazingly and I'm so excited to see the results, simply because the back of camera shots were so exquisite. Stu is one of those photographers that you just gel with instantly and you know the shoot is gonna be epic.

I'd happily recommend him and look forward to working with him in the future.

Thankyou for a wonderful shoot!

Angel x

Tatiana Banana

Today I had my first shoot with Stu. He has a nice studio set up which was warm, well equipped and full of fantastic dresses, hats and jewellery. I had a lovely time, Stu was a gentleman through and through. He was sending photos from his camera straight to computer screen so we could see what we’re getting. He even provided lunch and healthy snacks which was very kind of him! I had opportunity to meet his lovely wife and two beautiful dogs. It goes without saying that I very highly recommend working with Stu to other models of all ranges of experience.

Rose Magdalene Child

One of my most favourite photographers ever and has become a good friend, I feel incredibly blessed as Stuart is one of the kindest humans you could ever meet. Always thoughtful of the model, always respectful, such a wonderful host and I always come away feeling like I really look forward to the next time... :) His photography is continually improving each time we shoot together I notice something new he does (and usually a new gadget too )

So much love, Rose x

Emerald Angel

I had a shoot with Stu today in his home studio and I have to say, I'm extremely impressed!

Stu has a wonderful studio and some fantastic equipment and lighting. His studio has a dressing room area and the whole studio was lovely and warm.

After getting a warm welcome from Stus dogs, we made our way into the studio and Stu talked me through the lighting and through out the shoot gave some amazing tips and pointers as I am fairly new to modelling.

He didn't push my levels and was very respectful.

I thoroughly enjoyed my time spent with Stu today. He's great at what he does, and a lovely person.

Thank you Stu! :)

Angel Black UK

Another fabulous shoot with Stu, organised with a few days notice of me travelling to the area. As always Stu had formed a great plan prior to the shoot and informed me of what to pack, communicating clearly and efficiently. On the shoot day the plan somewhat crumbled due to external factors but Stu took it all in his stride and adapted quickly, still finding some fantastic locations to work with! He was polite and professional throughout and we had a great laugh and natter whilst we were at it.

Oh, mustn't forgt his abundance of keys that open locked gates to save a poor lady in a ballgown clambering over a fence.. ;)

Highly recommended from me and 1000% someone I'll happily work with time and time again!

Thanks for a lush shoot!

Angel x

Hannorah Model

I had an amazing shoot with Stu today and I am so proud of the images we have created. Stu is meticulous about his lighting set up and we tried out some new styles today, which look fantastic and very flattering.

His studio is clean, tidy, and wonderfully warm! I always feel very relaxed and well looked after when shooting with Stu at his studio. He is a true gentleman.

Thank you for a brilliant shoot, I had a lot of fun this morning. We are already making plans for the next one!

Highly recommended to all models.

Kind regards

Hannorah

Antonia Jay

Had a brilliant time shooting with Stu yesterday at his home studio.

Stu kindly picked me up and dropped me back to the station.

I was welcomed into his home and offered a tea and while being greeted by his beautiful furry babies we were ready to start our shoot, so off to the studio !

Stu was trying some new setups and although we started off slow we soon built up momentum and was bouncing ideas off each other, i particularly enjoyed doing the Hollywood style images and the 1920s looks.6

I had a great time working with Stu and can highly recommend

Rose Magdalene Child

It is kinda of mind-blowing to me that I have known Stu now for 11 years, our first ever shoot was THAT long ago. Gosh!

And we've mostly shot at least once a year over the years I'd guess.

Stu has always been very accommodating, offering me to stay at his beautiful home with him, his wonderful wife Gill and their 2 gorgeous golden retrievers. They have fed, watered, wined and provided me such a luxury stay ( better than a hotel ).

This does not go unnoticed, and genuinely I feel grateful to know Stu and Gill and I believe some people were meant to come into your life, I class them both as beautiful friends now.

Stu has always been a very good photographer, owning his own studio in his garden, which is larger than some professional studios and WARMER too, it's fabulously warm. It is probably the most well-equipped studio around, and Stu has perfected his lighting styles and areas that give that WOW factor to the images.

He always gives breaks, even at times providing lunch. I feel fully at ease around him and he has never pushed boundaries or levels.

Every shoot we do seems to get better and better which is a positive sign!

I highly recommend him and I look forward to next time already :)

Thank you, Rose xx

Angel Black UK

This is my second shoot with Stu, and it was even better than the first - and considering we got some stunning shots the first time round, that's really saying something!

His pre shoot communications are excellent, well thought out, properly explained and then well executed. He's nice and clear on the plan which really helps to pack.

Upon arrival, I was greeted by his lovely dogs, a brief chat with Gill and some lovely pizza (thankyou!) with a cup of tea before headed into the studio. Stu is very hospitable, and balances everything so well. The actual studio itself was lovely and warm and he provided plenty of dressing gown and slipper options too for in between sets. The changing area is private and he even provides some snacks and bottled water, which I really appreciated.

We worked our way through multiple sets, covering each one really quickly. Stu is a very good photographer, and his work speaks volumes. He knows what he wants and sets up the equipment just right, snaps off a few shots and then is happy to move on to the next idea.

Stu is polite, professional and friendly throughout with conversation easily flowing. I've enjoyed both shoots and look forward to working hum again in the future.

I'd highly recommend this amazing gentleman to all creatives. Thankyou for a wonderful shoot!

Angel x

SamJaz

Stu was a pleasure to work with, the studio was lovely and warm, lots of tea. Great pre comms and thoroughly enjoyed myself

Until next time!

Kacie Belle

Where do I even begin ? Stu was very friendly right off the bat, with pre-comms being fantastic and organised. He kindly met me from the station, and was so easy to chat to, which is always an important aspect of a shoot.

Aside from his great work ethic and personality, he has such a great vision and eye for what will make a good picture, which made for a really collaborative feel! His studio and wardrobe are absolutely great, he is so well equipped and has everything you could need for a shoot. Also highly appreciated his efforts to make sure I was warm all day today (photographers, take notes!).

All in all, cannot recommend Stu enough, he is a real gem to work with, and I truly look forward to working with him again (and tucking into a pizza and cheesecake lunch break!)

Beth Kate

I was excited when Stu invited me to work with him at his home studio, because his portfolio is wonderful. But the day as a whole exceeded my expectations even so! And then seeing the end results?! WOW! I’m writing this ref a couple of weeks late, and even then we have already been awarded a whole handful of FPI’s! From a 4 hour shoot - first time working together!!! The whole day was a joy, even regardless of the outcome. Stu is a great individual and so so accommodating. His studio is incredible and the outfits/props he has are just as good! I truly hope to work with Stu again in the not so distant future and I look forward to sharing our work soon. Thanks so much Stu!

Rebecca Perry

I've been so impressed by Stu from start to finish. :)

His pre-shoot comms are always perfect, from planning what we wanted to shoot to where we were going to shoot and directions whilst on set. Everything was clearly presented, messages were professional, warm & friendly, His years of experience working with a variety of models was evident. On our shoot day He was friendly and chatty and she couldn't have done more to make me feel at ease.

I would absolutely recommend collaborating with Stu to all Models and look forward to creating with him again in the near future.

Thank you for a productive and very positive shoot :)

Kindest regards

Rebecca

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UKCrystal

Wow, what a lovely first shoot with Stu, pre comms were perfect!

On arrival he was waiting by the road to help me locate his place, introduced me to the dogs and his wife, all who were very lovely and I would have happily taken home with me hah! Lovely cuppa coffee made. Stu has a great studio space (separate to the house) he has very cleverly put it together, with everything you need to make a successful shooting space. It has a good range of props, backdrops, separate changing area, and he was very considerate with ensuring I was warm and the heating was certainly adequate (I actually got him to turn it off at one point)! Very respectful guy, great photographer and a decent pace to shoot at, we stopped and had lunch as he set up for the next set. Was happy to let me free pose, our ideas bounced back and forth as did the outfit changes, never fixating on one thing for too long and getting a range of shots and styles. Stu had some amazing stories to tell and is clearly very experienced within photography and generally the industry. I would certainly recommend Stu and look forward to working with him in the future!! Thank you!!

Mia UK

Today I had the pleasure of working with Stu at his home studio. He applied for my Maternity casting and I was thrilled that he reached out.

Pre communications were impeccable and Stu was so accommodating throughout the shoot. He ensured I was warm, hydrated and well rested which was so kind and I could not fault a single moment.

Stu’s knowledge on lighting was faultless and I thoroughly enjoyed capturing such a precious time with him.

I’m already looking forward to shooting with him in future after my little one has arrived… I can’t wait to return to his studio!

Thank you for such a wonderful shoot experience and for being so generous, I would highly recommend to any model time and time again 😊

Hannorah Model

My third shoot with Stu came together over a unexpected situation! It was so lovely to work together again and catch up.

His studio is lovely and warm, clean and is full of props. We shot a range of lingerie and concealed nude concepts, with Stus attention to detail and beautiful lighting skills, he really captured some wonderful images.

Stu is a gentleman, professional and really looks after you.

Thank you so much for a fantastic shoot, lets not leave it so long next time!

Highly recommended to all models.

Kind regards

Hannorah

Helen Diaz

I worked with the lovely Stu again whilst I was in Salisbury- this time making a return to his wonderful home studio which is such a fantastic and well equipped space! It must have been around 10 years since I was last at Stus studio and it felt so good to be back! 🌹

Stu and his wife were very welcoming and the studio has everything you could possibly need with a great selection of clothing, props, accessories and chocs!

We worked together on a Bettie Page inspired shoot and I had a blast- finishing off with a bath tub and bubbles.

Stu is a wonderful warm person to shoot with and be in the company of; a gentleman, very professional and respectful. I have known Stu for so many years now, it always feels like meeting up with an old friend (which he is🌹). Stu gives great direction and knows his craft- his styling was fantastic too!

The photographs looked beautiful and I had a lovely day; I must stay next time I am in the area! Highly recommended to all, thankyou for a wonderful day, Helen x