References for The Monkey Sanctuary

Jasmine High

I had fantastic time working in The Monkey Sanctuary run by Cheeky Monkey. The studio is very versatile, with great backdrops and natural brick wall which looks very cool.

Excellent pre comms, very well organised, friendly, professional, respectful, loads of energy and plenty of teas going.

Mal was a great host making sure I was feeling warm and comfortable during our shoot.

Thank you so much for a brilliant shoot and hopefully I'll be back to shoot with you in the studio again at some point soon.

Highly recommended!

-Jasmine

_miss_red_92_

The monkey sanctuary is exactly that… a sanctuary where you will be well looked after by a lovely photographer, Mal. He makes a great cuppa and a great taste in chocolate too! Thanks for looking out for us models and making a safe and happy environment for us to come and work with you and like minded photographers. A great space with all you need for making awesome images. Highly recommended by me. See you soon monkey sanctuary 😊

JenyaC

Beautiful studio run by a fantastic photographer, with tonnes and tonnes of personality and quirky areas to shoot, lots of natural light coming through the windows, studio backdrops, and props around. Love coming here, as I get to work with Malcolm, and we always get a great shoot out of it!

Very highly recommend, the studio and Malcolm!

Louisa Lu

Had a shoot with Mal at his studio in Darwen. The studio is inside a shop that sells lots of amazing things. There’s lots of vintage items to look at in the shop after your shoot :) Mal is a great host and has a kettle to make teas and coffees and has snacks too. There are curtains around the backdrop so that nobody can see you are shooting :) thanks for looking after your models Mal.

Louisa

Florita Gud

Had a wonderful shoot in this studio. Pre-visit communication with the photographer were perfect. When I turned up, everything was prepared on time with an lovely greeting and guidance.

Mal is amazing photographer to work with. As a person, caring, empathetic, attentive to model's needs. We were able to discuss a lot of ideas and create creative collaboration. I got a chance to ask many questions and discuss possibilities for future creative endeavors. Very professional guidance on every aspect of the shoot.

Also very reliable, so very highly recommended.

Thanks for everything, hope to collaborate soon :)

AvantArtPics

I had another fantastic shoot in Darwen studio in Darwen.

Large space with well-equipped lighting and a warm enough changing room.

And for the people who drive is a free car park available in front of the door.

Looking forward to working in this studio again and highly recommended it to any models or photographers.

Many thanks

Yoo Yoo

The studio has a really good selection of backgrounds as well as some fantastic exposed brick walls which are great to shoot using just natural light from the many windows. A comfortable safe and friendly studio. Highly recommended!

Rahel

It was my second time shooting at this wonderful studio the last time was a couple of months ago but even in that short time the studio has extended even more and looks just amazing.

I was booked for a 1-2-1 followed by a group shoot.

As previously Mel was just great and extremely friendly and just great to work with, picked me up from the station and kept the brews coming. It was a large group that attended but it felt all very relaxed and has such a lovely atmosphere throughout, really superb evening and this is certainly becoming my favourite studio to shoot at!

Thanks so much for having me and am looking forward to the next time :)

XCrossnia

The studio is fantastic as there is a place for models to change and has a café in the building. There's plenty of interesting props as well that can be used for the shoot. The venue has a lot of potential for creating outstanding images. The venue also has parking outside if it's required.

Lucille La Rose

Mal was very welcoming and professional, the studio had great space and backdrops suited to my style. Mal offered me a brew and We chatted about ideas and outfits beforehand. The shoot was very pleasant and enjoyable and Mal was professional throughout.

Tatiana Banana

Recently I had my first shoot in new location :) They booked me for a individual shoot and group shoot afterwards. I had a really good time, studio is well equipped with lights, props, backgrounds and heaters to keep models warm while shooting nude/lingerie. There is also changing area for models which is very warm and has a mirror so you can check your hair and makeup every time you get changed :)

Overall a great space to create images in.

Thanks for a awesome time!

Sashafeirce

Attended a 1-2-1 shoot here yesterday with Mal, pre communication was great and after a few hiccups with the satnav, Mal welcomed me in to the studio :). I was offered refreshments throughout the shoot which wa very thoughtful. The studio is brilliant to shoot from and has different back grounds, chairs and props to use if needs be. Would highly recommend to anybody and would definitely go again!

Also, there’s a little cafe downstairs so I got an ice cream on the way out which always makes things better!

PaulF63

Attended Darwen Studio for the first time last night for a group shoot with the awesome Miss Red. What a fantastic little studio this is. It is great now & the Co owners have lots of plans so it is only going to get better. At the moment there is just one shooting space but this can be used in lots & lots of different ways, with lots of different backdrops & lighting set ups. I will definitely be back.

Highly recommended.

Gwendoline Ginoux

I came for the first time at Darwen Studio for a 1-2-1 shoot with Mal. It's a cute studio with plenty of options in terms of backgrounds. I think the wall of bricks is pretty nice and different of other studios. It has everything you need.

I had my own private area where I could get ready and change, another nice area to have a tea/coffee/snacks et some couches to have a break.

The studio is located in an antique store which is super original and they let you borrow some props if needed.

I had a great afternoon at the studio and with Mal. I met Dave as well who was a very nice person too.

_miss_red_92_

As always, another amazing evening modelling at club Albert and Victoria in Darwin with some of the nicest people you could meet…The photographers are all very good at what they do and everyone seems to come away happy. The Club owners Dave and Mal go above and beyond for the models and photographers bringing new ideas to life all the time. The studio is always kept warm for me as everyone knows I really do feel the cold. I will hopefully be there very often over the next coming weeks and booking shoots through the studio for one to ones as much as I can. Thanks for another great evening.

Obviously I highly recommend the studio to any model or photographer.

Velvet Fox

I had a lovely shoot with Mal for a 1-2-1 at Darwen studio. The studio is lovely, on the way up to the studio you pass by many vintage treasures in the antique stores leading up to the studio (which I hope to visit properly next time). Once in the studio there is a lovely selection of backdrops, including a beautiful old brick wall that photographs so well. There is a private changing area and a supply of teas and coffees to indulge in during the shoot. Overall, a lovely little studio and I look forwards to the next shoot. Highly recommended :)

AvantArtPics

It was my second time having a shoot in Darwen Studio.

Massive location and well-equipped considering a new studio space.

Warm enough and has a separate toilet and changing room for models.

Looking forward to working in Darwen Studio again and 100% recommend this studio to hire or attend its events.

Many thanks!

Olga Solo

I had another amazing shoot in Darwen studio! It s located not far from train station in the nice interesting building with a lot of antique things around. It s always nice and warm in studio, there is delicious tea and snacks. Organization is perfect! It s nice to be part of this family cause Dave and Malc will always help and support you if you you ll need it! All photographers that attend a shoot are sooo funny and cool! They like to joke, to chat, use some unusual props and ideas! So all shoot is sooo easy and fun! It s always great to come to this creative friendly place and meet everyone again. Thank you for a great shoot!🥰🤩

Rahel

It was the first time I visited Darwen Studio yesterday for a 1-2-1 shoot.

Wonderful organization throughout by the studio and it's such a nice place with a really positive atmosphere. Great are for modeling with backdrops and props available. They had heaters all around and made sure I stayed warm and a lovely private changing area for the model. They also had tea and coffee handy throughout and made me feel very comfortable.

Superb place and will definitely recommend it to everyone!

Can't wait to come back here! :)

_miss_red_92_

I had another one to one with David at Darwen club Albert. What a place! I feel right at home and love David to bits so having a one to one again was brilliant. David knows everything about lighting and knows how to get the best shot. Always a relaxed and happy atmosphere! I also did the group shoot in the evening which I love being apart of. The place does get chilly but David has endless heaters and will keep them aimed at you all evening, the changing area is clean and toasty warm with space to hang your clothes. My highest recommendation to any model or photographer.