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Jay Bee

I just had my first shoot at The Cottage Studio and Brian was just great. He picked me up and dropped me off to the nearest station. Made lots of tea and left out lots of chocolate (which was all gone by the time I left - sorry!)

The studio was great. Separate area for changing and makeup, Lots of clothes and accessories and Brian was fab helping out with all the lights and backdrops.

Loved working here, very highly recommended.

RubieRose

I absolutely love working at The Cottage Studio. I was planning a weekend but ended up extending and had 3 fully booked studio days. It was absolutely great. As always Brian was very attentive, always helping photographers when needed and constantly serving tea!

It's an absolutely lovely studio and the people are even better. Thank you again Brian, see you again soon. I highly recommend this studio for all models who enjoy studio days and any photographer looking for a location to shoot.

RubieRose

I recently had my second Studio Day at the Cottage Studio. Just like the last time, it was great. Brian was a faultless host as always and helped me advertise to fill my slots for the day.

Unfortunately the last photographer of the day had their car break down and couldn't make it. Fortunately it meant I finally got to work with Brian. We took artnude images and portraits to create my profile on his register. Brian has fantastic light skills and is a wonder to work with.

Can't wait to come back!

rodm99

What a pleasure it was to work in this well equipped studio, supported by such a skilled, knowledgeable and enthusiastic owner! Brian was able to provide everything I asked for, and was happy to search out props and backgrounds, and re-position and tweak lights for me, throughout the shoot. Being able to shoot down into the main studio area from the mezzanine level gives a whole range of new possibilities that most studios don't offer. All in all, highly recommended!

Catchlight45

I recently met Brian at Cottage Studio's and was introduced to his studio. I was amazed as a photographer the level of equipment and props the studio has at its disposal and an incredible understanding how to use them as well.

I had the greatest pleasure of shooting from the studio today with Ivory Flame and Brian helping set up lights and explaining how to best to use them as well. I am so great full to Brian and his studio today as I had one of my best results in a studio I have ever experienced.

I would highly recommend the studio and its facilities to any photographer or model who wants to use great facilities and an individual who is committed to giving the best experience to everyone who turns up to use the studio.

Thank you once again for a great shoot and using your facilities.

RubieRose

Sunday was my first time working at The Cottage Studio and we hosted a Studio Day. Brian was a great host, always making tea and assisting the photographers with their lighting. He was absolutely lovely and I am definitely looking forward to working there again.

The studio was fantastic to work in. Everything was on wheels making it easy for photographers to use different set ups and adjust them. There was also a large collection of clothes, a dressing room for the model and heaters to keep you warm.

Highly Recommended

DLN Photography

Worked at this studio for the first time and WOW got amazing photos! Brain certainly knows his stuff and is always happy to help and makes you feel very welcome! The studio has everything you could possibly need for a shoot all in one space! You name it Brain has it. Would love to shoot there again. Highly recommended!

Odette Flaur.

On Wednesday the 14th of December I was very lucky to host my first studio day from The Cottage Studios ! The place is one of the most versatile studios I've ever worked with and Brian is so helpful with everything from promoting the studio day to helping with the light , nothing's to much trounbe for Brian.

Very highly recommended :)

Can's wait to return back and thank you for everything,

Odette

Holly Stone Model

Brian is a pleasure to work with :)

I'd come to the cottage studio a few times shooting with other photographers so it was so nice to finally shoot with him! We shot for a few hours putting looks together so I could be put on the studio model register, which was really flattering :)

Brian is a true professional, he has a lot of experience, is lovely to chat to, comfortable to be around and really knowledgeable about lighting and photography.

I hope we get to work together again as I continue to use his awesome studio.

Thanks Brian!

StormBringer

My first time visiting this studio, and doubt that it'll be my last!

A fantastic space to work, main studio space has it all, large infinity cove, with width, height and length. Plenty of light options and assortment of modifiers available. We didn't need to use the multitude of props and extensive wardrobe for this shoot, but good to know whats available.

Brian more than willing to help out with changing sets and lighting, also prepared to share his knowledge and experience should you need some help, but you'd not know he was there half the time.

He even advised us how to avoid / minimise the complications caused by Southern rail - even to the point of picking the model up for me while en-rout to the studio.

Recommended, and I certainly look forward to returning.

brucebroughton

The first time I have used this studio, absolutely excellent. Brian was very helpful and could give advice both on lighting and photography but he didnt intrude and slipped away when we were "on a role".

There is a good set of lights far more than I needed and loads of props plus an infinity white wall and a big black background.

Will definitely use the facility again.

Bruce

StuartGL

Yet another photo shoot at Brian's studio today and always a great place to work in! Brian is always very helpful and a great assistance whenever you want him to!

Lightings possibilities here are endless and a huge range of props can appear from nowhere!

Thoroughly recommend this studio to everyone.

Stuart

Joe B said...

Wow!

Brian has a fantastic set up here - a great shooting space whose possibilities literally abound! Brilliant infinity cove, props to die for and an extra wardrobe of items far outstretching anything any model might reasonably be able to bring with them!

His friendly nature and advice when you want it and leave you alone when you don't attitude where a delight. I'm already thinking about bringing more shoots here!

Very highly recommended.

DarrenM Photography

I shot at The Cottage Studio (Photo39) again yesterday afternoon. As per previous occasions, Brian was quick to respond to confirm availability and my booking.

On arrival, Brian was ready and prepared for us and his usual welcoming self. He was quick to help with setting up and my first lighting requirement, and then has been said before, he has a great knack of disappearing but always on hand to return quickly as and when needed.

Whatever your level of experience, this is a great little clean and tidy studio to hire with a great selection of lighting and modifiers. Highly recommended.

Angel.

I've been working at the cottage studio for 4 years now and it's honestly one of my favourites to go to! Brian is so lovely and helpful throughout the days I work there, always offers tea and coffee to everyone, bringing positivie energy and laughs to the day also. There is always music playing too which keeps the atmosphere relaxed.

The studio itself is so well equipped, great space, a high ceiling for those interesting low angles/dance, every bit of lighting and modifiers you need and a load of props too! The studio has a fantastic location to use outside as well.

Absolutely highly recommended by me, don't miss out!

Angel

rointhos

Brian owns and runs a fantastic studio which I have used on a regular basis more or less since he opened it.

The studio itself is capacious, has just about everything you could possibly think of (I even once found a vintage Bullworker there....), and offers a wide variety of opportunities for shooting many different styles of work. In addition to this, it is surrounded by wooded areas with lakes, bridges, small paths etc. all of which can be used too.

Brian is very friendly and helpful, and has that incredibly rare and uncanny knack of disappearing when you don't need him and re-appearing when you do. He always extends a warm welcome to all and ensures that everyone is comfortable all the time - even Harvey had a carrot last time I visited (best to ask Brian about that..)!

All in all, a terrific studio that is really well run and comes highly recommended by me.

Miss Lopez

Recently I worked with Paul at the cottage studio. The studio is clean and tidy , fully equipped with several backgrounds and props. Me and Paul manage some great pictures and feels like I could be there for the whole weekend without running out of ideas. Its an excellent place if people are looking for diversity. Thank you very much for having me and see you soon

Recommended

Tessa

Gavla1977

Used Cottage Studio for the first time today. Was very impressed with the studio. Had a lot of amazing props

Brian is a very friendly and approachable. Also helped me seeting up the studio and lighting techniques. He also kindly picked me up and took me back to the station and made the model and I some tea.

Thanks again for today Brian

Would highly recoomend the studio

CharlieBoy

Last week I did a shoot with Soria at the Cottage Studio. This included some aerial work with pole, hoop and rope, which were all new to me. Brian provided practical advice and brilliant lighting to ensure I got the shots I wanted. :)

For other aspects of the shoot we used Brian's extensive wardrobe and, almost immediately, found a couple of great dresses to suit the required mood.

This was my third shoot using Brian's amazing facilities. He is superb to work with so I hope I'll be able to return again soon.

Thanks Brian, you're very highly recommended! :)

xxmrmthxx - Mel Tongue

I finally got to shoot at the Cottage studio today after hearing so many great things about it.

Brian is such a great guy and host, very helpful and nothings to much to ask.

The studio is well kitted out with a nice changing room for us models. Heating is supplied if needed and there is tones of fab props!

I look forward to arranging a studio day down there soon.

Very highly recommended!