References for Dark Horse

LeahMeraki

When I was told last minute that Marcus was at Rochester and Gino wanted to see if I was available as well I jumped at the chance, it’s always so much fun working alongside Marcus with his professionalism but also the fact that we can have a good laugh as well alongside it all! I’ve worked with Marcus a fair amount and each time it just gets better and better, he’s such a joy to work with and I recommend him highly to anyone thinking of working with him. He’s such a versatile model and actor and will throw himself into whatever character he needs to play.

Book him now as you will be hooked once you have worked with him once trust me!!

LeahMeraki

It's genuinely always such a delight working alongside Marcus, he just throws himself into each part he plays and he's such great company anyway so the whole experience is a real delight! I worked with him yet again on a Jack the Ripper inspired shoot - where he was Jack and I was a victim once again, but this time without all the gore! It was so much fun, as before Marcus played his part to the T and it was so great working with him.

We already have so many more plans for shoots together I literally cannot contain my excitement! I would always recommend working with Marcus for any duo shoots or even to other photographers with some crazy ideas in mind as he'll no doubt be perfect for them!

Until next time... which I'm sure won't be that long until then! :D

A.N. Photography

Although It was the first time I've worked with Marcus but it seems like we know each other for a very long time he is such a lovely person yet so professional, we had been planning this shoot for some time and had some very creative and interesting conversations prior to the shoot and he has been very helpful by all means.

Marcus came fully prepared and graced our team with his charming personality and what an experience it was to work with him you just tell him what you have in mind and he gives you more than 100% without any further direction needed, I could not recommend him enough and look forward to work with him again very soon as we have already discussed a few ideas which we would working on so cant wait.

Mike Grantham

Marcus arrived early for the shoot with a fantastic wardrobe and some wonderful props. The shoot was on a Dracula theme and Marcus really embraced the part. He was paired with the lovely Lauren to be his "victim" and they worked really well together. Marcus is wonderfully "theatrical" in his manner and approach to work and was great fun to work with. Some of his Dracula shots where he really hammed it up were truly inspired (and scary!). I have no hesitation in recommending Marcus and will consider using him for future work.

Cindy Jones

I modelled along side of Marcus for a halloween styled shoot. He brought so much character and charisma to the shoot! He acted the part of Dracula so well that you felt he was a vampire! Marcus brought along a huge suitcase of props and clothing, he seemed to have everything you could need for a shoot and more! Truly a professional, I would highly recommend.

Cindy

Dave Belsham

I worked with Marcus on a reconstruction of Jack the Ripper's double murder spree which was staged exactly 130 years after the actual events. He played a suitably terrifying Jack.

With four photographers shooting the scenes from different angles, Marcus made sure that each one got the shots they needed from each setup.

Over and above the professionalism he brought to his role, he was a thoroughly charming guy to work with.

I heartily recommend him and hope to get the opportunity to work with him again.

Photographer Gino Cinganelli

When I set up a massive shoot Based on Jack the Ripper I knew Marcus was my man to play this terrifying character. Marcus was perfect he steped into the role with ease and put on a horrifying show for the photographers and cast he was simply amazing. Working with Dark Horse is a total pleasure he is a great guy, fun to have on set and a brilliant actor. brilliant 100% recommended

Iain Blacklock

I do not know what I can say about Marcus other than he is absolutely brilliant. This was my second shoot with Marcus and I thought that he played a mad scientist incredibly the first time but this time, when he played Jack The Ripper, he was positively off the scale of amazingness!

His acting and costume were absolutely spot on creating some amazing shots skulking around our ‘victorian street’ and the actual murders of Elizabeth Stride and Catherine Eddowes.

When he is not killing off prostitutes he is a really nice guy! Seriously though he has been an absolute joy to work with on both occasions and I can’t wait for the next shoot.

Thanks Marcus for making it such an incredible shoot. 100% recommend.

LeahMeraki

Worked with Marcus on a Jack the Ripper inspired shoot with Photographer Gino Cinganelli at Rochester Studios with Marcus playing Jack and myself playing one of the murder victims Elizabeth Stride. It was great fun, and as always it was such a pleasure to work alongside him, he's such an inspiration with his various expressions and the way he just becomes his character so well really helps me to get into character myself.

This shoots nothing like anything I've ever done before so it was great to have Marcus there to help me to really get into my character role and as usual we had a good laugh throughout!

Andrew Clifton-Brown said...

Finally got to work with Marcus. He is a fantastic fellow. As per all of his refs, his comms are superb, he arrives on time, and comes with a great deal of props, etc. He is delightful in person, can pose with or without direction very well, and I am looking forward to working with him again :)

Aslam Husain Photography

Marcus is a lovely actor and model to work with. He arrived on time and was fully prepared. He brings his own unique personality and creativity to the shoot and is brimming with exciting ideas. Definitely recommend and would certainly work with him again!

scraven

Friendly, enthusiastic easy going guy, A great model to collaborate and bounce ideas off. Open to suggestions and always well prepared.

Adam Onishi

Had a fantastic shoot with Marcus today. Some great pre-shoot comms, was really happy to work with my ideas and bring his own into the shoot on the day. Arrived on time with bags of clothes, makeup, accessories, and energy despite the sauna-like conditions. Marcus is a natural in front of the camera, extremely expressive, creative, and takes direction well. Working with another male model the shoot was natural and completely open to ideas and getting into some demanding poses. Look forward to working with him again sometime.

Thanks,

Adam

ZAGuy said...

Had my first shoot with Marcus today. Arrived dead on the agreed time with literally a car full of outfits, props and accessories! As an actor, Marcus has the ability to bring emotion and feeling to an image and I hope to work with him on some personal projects in the future.

Very friendly guy, easy to get on with and very enthusiastic about what he does.

Would have no issues recommending him. Cheers Marcus (y)

Elektra22

oh yes and my little fav of a male model and good friend he agreed in one of my slot to duo with me once again but this time on a boho shoot that omg this guy pulls of his outfit are alwasy amazing and he put in so much effect iin getting the right poses i could thanks this guy enough and we sure to be working together agin on some other amazing thing he one of a million thanks babe aagin :) big thumbs up from me and peeps get him booked

Keithpix

I had heard a lot about Marcus so was really looking forwards to working with him at a charity shoot. I most certainly was not disappointed. A great creative talent and the ideas were bouncing around. I like working with actor models as you can get something very creative done together. We played around with ideas of a wood elf, a Puck character who was up to no good, and got some great shots while having a good laugh. Sadly I missed a second shoot with him and @Jessica Knight due to changes in the schedule but would love to see those two working together sometime. Highly recommended.

photowizard

Great model & actor. Marcus is a top lad and put's as much thought and preparation into modelling as anyone I have met.

Marcus & I shot a set at Barney's annual Charity event in Sussex in July. Marcus worked with 2 other models are really got into character and offered a lot of input into the direction of the shoot. Over the last couple of years I have really began to appreciate the variety of shooting with male models, and Marcus is right up there with the very best of them.

Highly recommended

LeahMeraki

I first met Marcus at a charity group shoot this time last year and ever since I have been wanting to work with him but neither of could find the time due to us both being so busy and so I managed to get a slot booked with him at the same yearly charity group shoot that was held the other day. It was so great to see him again and to work with him was even better, I've seen his work throughout the year and I know he's a fantastic and very versatile model and that was why I was looking forward to this so much and I definitely was not disappointed! He got right into character and it was just so easy to work alongside him with Photowizard taking the shots of us both.

We're already planning our next shoot and I can see us working with each other so much in the future. He's not only very professional in his work as well as his pre shoot comms, but he's such a great guy as well with such a big personality, which is no doubt why we get on so well!

Till next time dude! :D x

Behind_the_lens

I worked with Dark Horse last Sunday as part of a Charity Group Shoot. He kindly shared a time that was not planned and was really an excellent experience.

He is a great model and performer, I would recommend him to anybody that wants to create great photography.

Thank You!

Barney Douglas

I think I am right in saying that this is the fourth time I have worked with Marcus (Shadowman / Dark Horse) who is, without doubt, one of the most creative and inventive male models on this site.

He came along yesterday to my ninth annual charity fundraising group shoot near Hurstmonceux, and I consider myself so very lucky to have had the opportunity to shoot with him yet again. Five of us worked through a slot together on a "Liza Minnelli / Joel Frey themed Cabaret" (the musical) session: Marcus played the Joel Frey, Master of Ceremonies, character adding an element of horror to the role, along with models Elsie May and Alexa Allure, and with photographer Evoshandor (John) and I taking it in turns to shoot and hold reflectors.

This is what events like these are about - creative collaboration at the highest level producing a superb set of images from which we can all learn. What a team!

As ever, outstanding and highly recommended.