References for The Monkey Sanctuary

Charlie 2013

Another brilliant shoot at the Albert and Victoria. Was a lovely atmosphere from start to finish. I shot with a few photographers and the beautiful model LEnza, lots of nice back drops and lighting. LEnza poses beautifully. Loved working with her. Massive thanks to Dave too!

Highly recommend this studio x

Paul Coventry Photography

More of a generic reference i have shoot at this studio several times now hosted by Dave H, a very sociable guy who provides technical support when needed and helps the creative flow and encourages it.

3 set ups often used . Tea and Coffee freely available and models visiting from as far as South America. Going back again this week and looking forward to it. Strongly recommended

Jessica Wall

My first group shoot with this studio and what can I say! Such a wonderful night, very professional people and on the plus side what a laugh as well! Highly recommended, I felt so comfortable and I'm already looking forward to the next and I can't believe the comments I got from them, it means the world, it does. Thank you again for having me.

Jessica 😃

Girl on Fire - Lydia

I had my first shoot at the Club Albert and Victoria with Dave and Mal as part of my Liverpool tour. The studio itself is actually in a working hotel! But it works so well! There was a lovely big space where we could do fashion, dance, and portrait shoots which was all enclosed and away from the public.

I had my own changing room/ toilet and the studio was lovely and warm (and had great tea!). Did I also mention that it is basically right next to the beach!

I will definitely be coming back to this studio and am looking forward to planning my next visit!

Thank you!

GOF

Lil_blondiexox/Kerry-leigh

Iv done a couple of the Albert and Victoria camera clubs. Every time everyone has been lovely to work with friendly and Professional, everypne has creative ideas and works well in convaying thir ideas to the models to. I have had a lot of fun doing shoots here and would love to again i highly recommend giving it ago. Also Facilities wise you get a decent changing space and toilet always a extra bonous.

Lolabunnyxox

Returned again for another fabulous "Monday club" this time on a Wednesday but as per it was an absolute pleasure to shoot fir the group.

Highly respectful and professional togs always in attendance , yes they know how to have a conversation and chat but they get the shots done too and I'm always happy with the content I walk away from these events with.

Thankyou for having me again I hope to see you all again soon x

ModelTanja

Thanks a lot for organize everything, that I had a place to stay with my campervan, you take good care on your models. It was well heated, I was able to get a warm shower and it was a pleasure to stay with you for the two photoshootdays. I can highly recommend the photoclub to other models and also to togs, we had a great time there! thanks! hope to meet again!

PJIP

I’ve had two visits to Club Albert and Victoria, both visits I was made to feel very welcome. Dave and Malc are great guys and couldn’t be more helpful.

All the other members I have met, and the models have been very friendly too.

I will definitely be back and would recommend it too anyone who wants to get shots in a friendly relaxed environment.

Wikked Fairy

After a previous test shoot with Mal (CheekyMonkey), I had a recent group shoot at this lovely little studio.

Beautiful location, great facilities and ran by wonderful people.

It's a fair distance to get to (for me), but it's worth it! I highly recommend this place as somewhere for models and photographers to work/collaborate together.

Many thanks :)

LEnza

I just spent 3 and half day in Southport hosted by the Club Albert & Victoria and I had my best time! Dave and Mal are fantastic!! They ensured I was happy and comfortable throughout my staying.

Dave, the studio owner, is a wonderful host, lovely person and talented photographer with many year of experience on his back. He welcomed me making me feel at home. He is a great person to be around, always calm, patience and with smile in his face. He worked hard to make this happening and to be sure everything was running smoothly, also with the great support of Mal.

When I first arrived Dave was there waiting for me at the train station, went to buy food and then walked to the Hotel, which is less then 10 min walking distance from train station!! At the Hotel he showed me around the different areas.

The hotel is beautiful, clean and comfortable. It is located just on the promenade!!! In front of the Marina lake which is the best location you could ask for! I had my own room with bathroom and a big window. The shooting were taking place at the studios at the ground floor, so having the room just upstairs was very convenient for changes.

Plenty of coffees available during the day :)

Let me tell how was structured my day:

I had mornings free, enjoyed going for my jog next to the beach, shoots start at 12pm and ongoing until evening. Started with two 1to1 sessions of 3 hours each and then a 3 hours group session in the evening time 7-10pm where also another model was coming in.

The members of the club are all lovely kind people, we had laughs and produced very cool images.

The staff who work at the hotel is friendly and always ready to help you if you need anything.

I am so grateful for my time spent there, couldn’t have asked better!

Absolutely recommended to any models and photographers. I am looking forward to my next visit at the Club Albert & Victoria!

Dave, Mal and all the member of the club I had the pleasure to work with: you have been amazing!! Thank you so much :)

drjb

My first time at the Club yesterday, and a very positive experience. A great mix of togs and models. Congenial and well run. I learned a lot, had fun, and came away with plenty of shots that I'm pleased with. They are going to have to put up with me again, I reckon.

INFINITY Model

Had the pleasure to shoot at this lovely studio for 2 club nights. I was welcomed and well looked after. Both Dave and Malcolm, who run the photography studio and club are great people, as well as skilled photographers. Would recommend to any model or photographer looking for a studio or a photographer group to get involved with. Look forward to working with them again!

Charlie 2013

Had a brilliant group shoot at the Albert and Victoria, the hotel is beautiful and the photographers are all very kind and excellent to work with and a big thanks for Dave.

Emma Darling

Another fantastic night at the Albert and Victoria!

This time I had the pleasure shooting with the gorgeous black swan! Excellent studio, with everything you could possibly need.

A lovely bunch of very talented, friendly and creative photographers.

Special thanks to the awesome Dave who works very hard to make sure these fabulous nights happen!

As always very highly recommended

I look forward to next time. :)

Blackswann_Modelportfolio

Managed to participate ti this amazing group shoot organised and hosted by Club Albert and Victoria.

On the arrival set was already prepared, while quick changing, I was treated with delicious cup of coffee.

Organised very well, relaxed atmosphere and 3 hrs just flew by.

I am very much looking forward to come back for more. Still feels like I just popped in and out we went - time flies fast when you are having amazing time.

If above wasn't clear enough- highly recommended studio and host - thank you so so much.

Cheeky Monkey1

As a regular at the studio both to hire as an individual plus as a regular at the group nights and events I totally recommend the studio and the club to photographers and models of all levels. Dave the studio owner is a true gentlemen and has the patience of a saint when setting things up for you. We always discuss my ideas beforehand and he always makes time in his busy day to set the studio up perfectly for my arrival so that I can start shooting promptly achieving exactly what I am hoping for. The models I work with there always compliment the studio on its fantastic in house facilities as well and how dedicate and professional Dave is when arranging group shoots or events at the studio. His consideration and attention to detail is second to none. I have also had the pleasure of shooting alongside Dave and benefitted from his wealth of knowledge, experience and wisdom which has improved my skill behind the camera and when editing immensely. Dave has so many exciting plans for developing the studio and hosting specialist workshops so it will continue to be my go to place. Thanks for all your support and assistance and I will see you very soon:)