Reviews
I no longer have bohemian sets available of my own, but the incredible Catchlight Pics studio in Market Drayton has incredible bohemian sets, in which I was honoured to pose & be photographed!
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Wow what can I say Malc and Barb are outstanding people, had the pleasure to shoot with them again and to introduce my sister into her first shoot, Malc and Barb are very understanding and make everyone feel at home, I couldn't praise these pair enough and my sister was singing there praises after the shoot saying how much they made her feel soo good about her self and how they gave her great directions.
Thank you both soo much
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Recently had my first shoot at the studio. There is a variety of sets available as well as flash and continuous lighting. Malc and Barb are very friendly; nothing was too much trouble for them. I would certainly recommend the studio to all photographers and models.
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This was my 4th shoot at Catchlight Studios and like the others was really enjoyable.
The studio layout allows for sets to be made up before the shoot starts so don't waste any time changing backgrounds and lighting.
Malc and Barb are on hand to help and are really easy to get on with.
I am really glad that i found out about this studio and will be spending more time there when i can.
If you have not tried this Studio yet i would highly recommend doing so.
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I had such a fabulous shoot with Barb, and her husband Malc, on Saturday at their beautiful studio in Market Drayton.
Barb and Malc booked me for a full day and the eight hours just flew by. It was such a wonderfully creative atmosphere and we shot so many beautiful looks together; both those planned in Pre-comms and also a few spur of the moment.
Barb is wonderful company and altogether a welcoming, bubbly person with a beautiful kind soul. The comfort of her models is top priority and I was made to feel very well taken care of throughout the shoot:
Malc is incredibly easy to talk to and is lovely company. He’s kind, caring and funny and always makes sure his models are comfortable and happy.
I particularly appreciated the many offers of cups of tea/coffee and cake. I also think we’ll never run out of things to chat and have a giggle about… It’s so lovely to find people you instantly feel comfortable with ❤️
Their images are beautiful and I love those I’ve seen so far. It really was a wonderfully productive day!
I had a really lovely Saturday and I can’t wait to do it all over again soon. I’d highly recommend Malc and Barb to other models, without hesitation. Thanks so much! 😊
I had the most fun shoot with Malc and Barb at their studio. Malc had messaged me and arranged for me to stop over at theirs whilst I was in the area and he and Barb were kind enough to host me at their place.
The shoot was fabulous, we shot several sets in various looks and Malc was brilliant to work with.
Professional and chatty, I was comfortable and happy throughout the shoot and we collaborated on ideas.
One of the most lovely people I have had the pleasure of working with, I simply adored working with Malc.
I cannot recommend Malc highly enough and hope to work again with him soon!
Thank you so much Malc
IronB
I had such a wonderful time shooting with Malc and Barb for the first time at my Aura studio day
Malc and Barb truly are such kind, thoughtful people. They looked after me incredibly well, as it was a rather cold day in the studio, but they ensured I was comfortable at all times!
Not only that but they are so friendly and down to earth, it was so easy chatting to them and the time really flew by!
They brought along various different outfits with them which were beautiful and the whole shoot was just great fun!
I honestly can't recommend them more highly, and do hope to catch up with them again
WOW!!! what can I say yet again another fantastic shoot working with both Malc and Ba
WOW!!! what can I say yet again another fantastic shoot working with both Malc and Barb at there studio.
They always have great ideas and the shoot is always professional, they have some many amazing clothing, equipment and props to use and work with.
Malc and Barb are both outstanding photographers both very professional and down to earth easy to talk to and work with, they make you feel very at home.
i would 100% recommend them to all models.
look forward to working with these two amazing photographer anytime again, thank you for a great shoot.
Louise2
This was a belter of a day!!! 😀
Shooting with the photographer couple (Malc and Barb Lander) who are quite possibly the most creatively-charged, fun and upbeat, plus down-to-earth pair that you could meet... I was absolutely snowed-under with the most MENTAL times as a model/events organiser; facing not one - but two huge abroad events confirmed to be happening very last minute courtesy of the powers-that-be announcing last minute that it was allowed. So to say that I was running around like a blue-arsed fly with no time do do anything was an understatement. 😂 However - it has GOT to be said that despite all the madness, I feel OVERJOYED to have managed to shoot with this delightful duo. We really did have the best day exploring locations around my tropical gaff that is Yorkshire, had some funny encounters, and most certainly came away with some smashing images. 🥰
In the early stages of setting the shoot up - it was Malcolm who I actually dealt with in pre-shoot communications. He was a star; given that I was slow at my end with all the chaos I was juggling at the time. No stress/frustration at this though - he was really understanding and that goes for miles even in good/more relaxed times... Let alone when you're in the midst of managing a business during a pandemic and don't know whether you're coming or going with rule changes! We still managed to bounce no end of ideas around before we had even met up - come the day, we had a playground of creativity waiting for us. It really was all go with all the best kinds of buzz and innovative teamwork! 😀 Malc was our trusty designated driver and kindly picked me up at mine so that we didn't have to worry about limited parking or anything at the locations and so I could direct without losing each other. It worked! Good prep is always a major key to success. I have always said that. 😊
Malc has a keen eye for an image! He is willing and ready to try out all sorts of ideas and touches to see what works in a picture - all the while he will work closely with the models whom he and Barb have hired to enable the model to bring out their strengths/skillsets at the venue or location. It's so important to get this balance because you're all there with the goal of getting the best images you can - and working together is the first paramount rule of any good collaborative atmosphere. 🙌 Every location we visited had something different - this included how much light was available, the composition challenges, and what outfits would work where. A lot to think about! For one thing - Malc and Barb bring a lot of garments and accessories themselves and really think about the styling aspect; which was applied beautifully, I must say, at the different sites and settings. 😁 The light, on the other hand, posed all manner of challenges - any location work essentially means you are at the mercy of the elements to some degree, but particularly in places like the derelict mill we visited; the light levels were sometimes very low. Well this didn't phase Malc anyhoo! 😛 He never stopped once fiddling with his camera to accommodate the environment and pull out a serene (or edgy, or quirky!) photo from this bouncing little Duracell Bunny prancing around a location that the general public wouldn't glance twice at! It's definitely an *Industry Code* thing... And Malc's sure got it with one-helluva splendid photography eye.
A whole day of epic adventureness with these guys went waaaaay too fast! 👀 It was literally: *blink* and the last set was a wrap! When this happens, it's basically confirmation that the day has been fun, and the company has been rather good indeed. 😄 The giveaway was the non-stop chattering we were doing and putting the world to rights haha! They really are a cool set of folksies, on top of which; their hearts totally in the right place! Professionalism was on form - it's evident that they go by the policy to make their models feel completely at ease, well looked after and comfortable. They have been on the circuit for a while/shot with many fellow professional models I know of both in-person and online - all of whom have lovely things to say in references (as I do!) 😊 In fact the minute I posted my "back of cam" spoilers post on social media another model popped up saying how fond of the couple she was herself, and how it's always nice working with them.
So I think you can probably gather by now - it's definitely a "highly recommended" from the Lesser-Spotted Keira Bird of Yorkshire. 😉
Thank you so much Malc for your contribution of the day!
Keira
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Keira
September 2021: the start of an extremely nuts time for me (probably the craziest time since the pandemic started with my work!) I had my head buried in a mass of responsibilities to set up and host two huge photography events when the go-ahead was so thoughtfully announced last minute (story of a travelling models life since the chaos started!) Alas - this wonderful couple reached out to me expressing their interest in working together, and with the great vibes I got from even just those first messages... It was too good to miss!
Their feedback from other models really says it all, they are clearly loved throughout the industry and have a great reputation among models across the board. 😀 On top of that; they get fully stuck-in to the creative process of doing a shoot, and leave no stone unturned! You can tell when a photographer is that next-level of passionate and genuinely interested in pulling the best opportunities from a shoot that they can: the adaptive nature and willingness to evolve to different locations, having their own fabulous selection of garments that they bring for the models to use when the environment is calling for it, working graciously around spectators in funny and rare encounters that want to be documented in some kind of book for the industry! 😂 Seriously - Barb and Malc come very well equipped for a stupendous shoot both in physical resources, and their attitude. 5 stars is all I have to say! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Barb was ingenious with her use of props and outfits - not to mention having a rummage around at the location whilst Malc and I may have been shooting and finding nooks and crannies that worked wonders! She uncovered a killer spot at the old derelict mill that I had never even noticed before - probably been shooting there for the best part of 7 years! This is the nice thing about working with fresh eyes for the first time though - no shoot/individual photographer is the same and the imagination always takes you to new places on every shoot. 😊 Even Barb and Malc have their own independent interests as photographers (despite the fact that they do shoots together) and it really shines! Barb took to the challenges of shooting on locations unfamiliar to these guys like a fish to water - from the technical aspects of managing the light (if you've ever been to Yorkshire, we're like Scotland! 4 seasons in one day sometimes - same variation with the light! 😝) She nailed it though! Composition too! On top of that - there was a great teamwork rapport going on where I was welcomed to give my input/suggestions... The whole shoot had a harmonious *working-togetherness* about it! 🙌
Highly recommended? YOU BET! 💁♀️ Barb is a real sweetheart, both her and Malc are so funny/high-spirited together - yet absolutely lovely at the same time. We nattered constantly as we were driving between places; the vibe was probably more like hanging out with friends to be honest! Barb was also on the job with making sure we had nibbles/water and so forth for a break for lunch. 😛 Yes - the professional approach from these guys is in top form. They care about how the models feel on their shoots, and as a result: want to do everything in their power to ensure everyone is feeling grand from start to finish.
Thank you so much Barb!
Keira
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Today I met Malc and Barb.
Pre coms where fantastic and amazing ideas.
There studio is an amazing place to shoot from with so many different things to shoot with and great set up.
I fully enjoyed the shoot today and definitely would work with malc and Barb again.
Two very professional photographers and easy to get along with and have outstanding ideas .
Thanks for a fantastic shoot.
Louise
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Had a wonderful shoot with the incredible Barb and Malc. From the moment I arrived the atmosphere was friendly and comfortable, the conversation flowed so naturally.
They had a number of gorgeous outfits, accessories, and props we could use. Time flew by. They are professional and make the model feel comfortable throughout, not to mention provided Jaffa Cakes and cups of tea!
We shot in Catchlight Pics Studio , a building so full of character, that has plenty to offer. Not to mention, the surrounding locations are absolutely stunning.
Thank you for such a wonderful shoot! Hopefully will see you very soon!
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I had the most wonderful half day shoot with the incredible Barb and Malc.
From the moment I pulled up into the meeting place they were all smiles and conversation! The hours flew by and it was so productive.
The shoot atmosphere was relaxed and between sets, the conversation flowed wonderfully, and so did the Jaffa cakes!
They brought a beautiful dress for me to wear and were happy for me to choose the locations.
They are professional, reliable and make the model comfortable, I am so thankful for the opportunity to work with these two amazing people.
Thank you both!
Until the next time 😁
Bambiwillow
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I shot with Malc and Barb who were really lovely and accommodating.
They ensured I had enough time to warm up and really let me have free reign over posing and sets.
Pre comms were excellent, they are both so professional and we've already got another shoot booked for next month, I certainly recommend working with them!
Supplesuki
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It was such a delight to shoot with Barb and Malc again, here in the Lake District!
We shot over three days this time, constantly coming up with new ideas and areas to shoot. It was such a fun and creative shoot and, as ever, they're such a lovely pair to spend time with and are so passionate about creating fabulous images.
I love how well they work together and collaborate. I can't wait to work with both of them again!
Thank you so much
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"I had a great shoot with Malc and Barb at Catchlight Pics Studio !
Lots of fabulous textures and rustic props with the brick walls and rough wooden floors, as well as the spacious backdrop areas. The place really comes alive as an atmospheric shooting space, and I also loved the options to shoot by the open door for flattering and interesting natural light.
I was completely looked after and had everything I needed.
Malc and Barb are always so friendly and helpful! I look forward to shooting here again in the future.
Happily recommended"
Ivory Flame
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I had the pleasure of working with Barb and Malc a few weeks back and I’m sure it won’t be the last! Barb and Macl made me feel very welcome and had lots of great ideas! They make a great team and their sense of humour made the shoot fly by! Very good with direction when needed, a pleasure to work with and there was a helping hand with clothing adjustments should I have needed it. The shots they got were stunning and ideas just flowed! I loved working with them and can’t wait to work with them again.
Highly recommend!
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"I was lucky enough to work with Malcolm and Barbara at their incredible studio, after meeting them over the summer at The Dorothy Clive Gardens. I had the most wonderful time, enjoying every moment. Malc and Barb are an absolute pleasure to work with, talented photographers and caring hosts. I love the atmosphere at the studio and cant thank them enough for inviting me to work with them. Looking forward to another shoot soon, and am glad to have met such lovely creatives."
Ashleigh Rae UK
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"I've really enjoyed the shoot with Barbara and Malcolm, there are a wonderful lovely couple, open to ideas and very easy going. Managed to capture loads of amazing images! I look forward to working with you both again and very highly recommended!
Kind regards"
Kat Yip
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"Working alongside Malcolm is always a total pleasure, and I'm so glad that Malcolm and his wife, Barbara, hired me again on this sunny afternoon. This time we ventured to Catchlight Pic's studio. It is an absolutely beautiful location. It's truly awesome to behold. There are still so many parts of the mill that are still intact, and it really gives the studio some serious character. Malcolm and Barbara have also made sure to move in some different back drops to cater to every type of creative too. Malcolm is someone who I could sit and talk with all day - as I'm sure I have said before, he has a wealth of knowledge and is someone you could learn a great deal from. Some of the images created by Malcolm today are easily some of my favourites, and I am so excited to work with him and Barbara again.
Thank you once again to both Malcolm and Barbara.
Very highly recommended as always! "
Rachyy
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