References for f/8 Studio

Terry V

I booked a shoot at f/8 Studio with Aimee is Weirdd. All was arranged quickly and efficiently. On the day I had difficulty finding the studio (I'm notoriously expert at getting lost!). Alley was superb and stood on the corner to flag me down - I couldn't miss her pink & purple hair. Her hospitality was second to none - I lost count of the number of cups of tea I drank. The equipment at the studio was superb - a great chance for me to play with bigger softboxes than my own.

Highly recommended.

JeremyGilson

This was my first visit to F/8, not too hard to find (thanks to the helpful directions), easy parking and well located. Alley welcomed me on arrival and made me feel at home straight away, a cup of coffee in hand we chatted and waited for Em, who was modelling, to arrive.

The studio is well set out with excellent lighting, props, background etc and Alley was really helpful in suggesting sets ups and getting everything in place.

This is an excellent setup, I have booked to come back next month and would recommend this studio without hesitation. Thanks Alley, you are a star!

pip k newman

This was my 1st visit to f8. Ally and em greeted me with smile and warmth and we soon chatted and outlined what there was and I adapted my thoughts to the set up threre and ALly was very positive and helpful with all and adaptable to what was and what was not working. I enjoyed the time there and i am happy with results form the use of the space. Ally communications were great and just right. I thank you and look forward to visiting again. REgards

Em Theresa

I had my first visit to F/8 recently for a model day - though I've known Alley for years it had been ages since we saw each other and it was so lovely to catch up at last! Alley was- as always! - just a wonderful host, she really looks after models and photographers in the studio, and knows her lighting for sure providing assistance in set up as well as endless coffee (yay!). The studio is a great space, with lots of options for sets and soo many props and accessories - also enough height for my portable aerial hoop too which is super handy! I definitely recommend F/8 as a space to work in, and Alley as a studio owner, all round star and wonderful person. Hope it wont be another couple of years till I see you again Alley! xx

@dccphotoarts

I have used f/8 a couple of times now. No much to say; lovely people, great environment and props.

I am recommending this studio to any model or photographer 100%. Mike

@dcphotodc

My first visit to f/8 attending their One Light Workshop. Brilliant learning experience. Thanks to Alley and Paul for all their help throughout the day and to models Lauren and Rose for their excellent work (for eight hours!)

Will definitely use f/8 again. Highly recommended.

Steve Pearl

I attended a fantastic workshop run by Paul and Alley today, titled "One Light Workshop". During the course of 8 hours myself and 7 other photographers learned how to make the most of just a single light to create striking shots in numerous styles, including clamshell beauty lighting, low key and high key lighting, rim lighting, simulating sun and shadow and many more.

It was truly amazing to see the variety of completely different setups that are possible in a small space with just a single light. The enthusiasm of both Paul and Alley in sharing their creative skills and experience made the day fly by, and it was well worth braving Storm Dennis for such an excellent event.

Alley kept everyone topped up with tea/coffee throughout the day, and a buffet lunch large enough to feed an army was also included, as were the services of two beautiful and talented models (Rose 94 and laurenjoyxxx), making the day amazingly good value too.

I highly recommend the studio, and especially any workshops run by its dedicated new owners, and hope to attend more in the future myself.

Tugmaster

Attended a One Light Workshop at f/8 Studio last Saturday run by Paul and Alley. As it suggests it was to show how many different styles can be achieved by using only one light. Have often wanted to see inside this studio and it is spacious and very well equipped.

Paul and Alley were very informative and willing to share their skills with the 8 of us in the group. This was the first time I have worked with professional models and Rose 94 and laurenjoyxxx made it so very easy for a novice like me. Thanks Ladies.

Looking forward to the Two Light Workshop…

Twinkle Nose (Hannah Aisling)

This was my second time visiting f/8 as I am in house model at the sister studio - Pozers, Swindon :)

Lovely spacious studio and Paul, the new owner is equally as lovely too!

Large changing area which is well equipped with a massive make up area full of all sort of things to make your stay there more comfortable! The best thing about this studio is IT'S WARM!!! Yup you heard me! An actual boiler and heating! :)

So many wonderful props there too, I love coming here!

Thanks for having me guys :)

Twinkle x

Stacey-M

Every time I meet Alley she just brings a smile to my face. Also a pleasure to work with Models Retro Rob and Melany, a delightful duo with such a great connection. Their art nude poses were indeed a work of art. I look forward to working with all 3 again.

Barry Wilson

Studio shoot with Retro Rob and Melany.

Well-equipped studio with lots of wonderful props to use.

Alley and Paul worked hard to make the shoot a success, moving prop, backdrops’ and lighting around. There quick work helped me to pack a massive amount of work in to the 2 hours I had there.

Alley and Paul are very friendly and there expertise was invaluable to someone like me ho who is still inexperience with studio work

They were massively helpful in guiding me over lighting setups and camera settings.

A brilliant Studio, Hope to use again soon.

Retro Rob

What a brilliant shoot I had at F/8 Studios on another Retro Rob and Melany Tour to Kickstart our 2020 tours.

This was my first time shooting at this awesome studio and with the amazing Alley from Pozers Studio as part of the F/8 team along with Paul I knew it was going to be a fantastic day filled with love and support.

This is one studio I definitely will be returning to thank you so much for making me feel so welcome and I can't wait to see you again later this year to create some some more iconic images .

Big love

Rob

Bobbi Castle

First time working at f/8 studio. I love what hey have done with the place. there are so many options now. And a big high back drop which is good for me because im tall. I came to do the group shoot evening which was hollywood glam. All the photographer where lovely and i really enjoyed the night. Then the next day i had my 1-1 studio day which was also a lot of fun. I cant wait until next time. Thanks for having me!

tlmarqueestudio

Had a fun shoot at f/8, greeted by Alley who was helpful. Unfortunately things didn't quite go to plan, but there are plenty of shooting opportunities and lots of equipment and costumes there to use. Recommended.

davidbailey

Had a great shoot at F8 studio with Bobbi Castle.

F8 has everything a photographer could want.

All I is always a wonderful support. Definitely highly recommended.

Bobbi was great too.

Gavin Kyberd

F/8 is an incredible studio to shoot in. Alley & Paul are very helpful, with everything from camera settings to lighting to posing models. Nothing is too much to ask of them.

Aurora.

Had my first studio day at f/8 studio last weekend and it was amazing! Alley is one of the most accommodating person I've ever met, picked me up and dropped me off at the station, provided accommodation, made sure I always had enough food and drink during the day, and always looked after me and the photographers while we were shooting. The studio looks great, plenty of props and countless outfits, costumes and accessories to use. Also great backdrops and lots of space.

Would gladly go back anytime!

Highly recommended :)

J.S. creative images.

Had my first studio shoot ever other than my own at f8 Paul was very friendly and helpful. The studio has lots of props and equipment. Paul also helped me with the camera as I had probably unwisely only just got it and thought it would be the same as my old one , When sorted we had a great shoot relaxed and I got some great images. I would recommend this studio to anyone.

M e l a n y

I've shot at F/8 many times before but this was the first time that I met Paul, the new co-owner. It was a real pleasure and privilege to meet Paul, who was on hand the whole time to help the photographer with his lighting set up and camera settings.

Paul also contributed some great ideas and props for our shoot. All his input was really welcome and ensured we had a really enjoyable and productive shoot.

I love working at F/8 - it is my favourite local studio. It's a super space with all the latest kit you'd hope to find plus lovely natural light streaming in through the industrial windows

Thank you so much Paul for another great shoot and I look forward to being back at F/8 this Sunday with Retro Rob! :)

Debography

Attended a one light workshop with Alley and Paul. Very informative and some great Ideas. The models Lauren and Rose were very professional and friendly throughout the day. It was a pity Paul had to disappear half way through the day though. Really good session all told and food provided was great.