professional studio/photographer for a mature 'model' book in London, any reccomendations?

[YoniShapedLoveBox]

Hi

I am thinking about having some professional photos taken, with a good photographer, and create a book (model style iykwim) I want to avoid big busy studios and lots of people.
However I have few problems

1 - I am shy in front of strangers and hate posing
2 - My wardrobe is shit and I can't put clothes never mind accessories together so I would need to borrow stuff from someone who can help me create a look
3 - I am rubbish at styling my hair and doing my own make up so I would need someone to do it for me

4 - I don't have much money but don't mind paying a reasonable price if good results are guaranteed.

Has anyone ever done it or know who to recommend?

[GreenShadow]

No idea where about in the country you are OP, but these people in Kent produce brilliant results - they do all the make up and hair and. I think, have stuff you can borrow. OhLaLaBoudoir

[LadyMountbatten]

I want some angles. Where can I get some? Sho the photos OP

[Geordieminx]

10/10

[LadyMountbatten]

Christ. Those boudoir ones are tacky

[Geordieminx]

Angles? Like as triangle?

((Goes to bed thinking about Mr Maker...."I am a shape"))))))

Sorry

[OlyRoller]

I knew when I read the op, she'd get ripped to shreds. All she wanted to know is a good place for glamour shots.

[LadyMountbatten]

Olly. Angles

[YoniShapedLoveBox]

Thank you greenshadow.. have you used them?
I am looking for something high fashion, eccentric...not the conventional 'photo studio' kind of make over. Also just normal size photos to keep in a book.

[MonkeyingAroundTown]

Living social and similar sites often have deals like this advertised at good prices which sometimes include make up using MAC products and a hair stylist too

[GreenShadow]

No Yoni, I haven't but know someone who did and they had excellent results.

[YoniShapedLoveBox]

oh sorry greenshadow, I am looking for something else, I don't think your recommendation is what I am looking for, thank you for the trouble anyway.

[AvrilPoisson]

I thought this was an stealth-advertising thread at first, so didn't bother to open it...

These people are based in Wimbledon and they're really good at putting you at your ease, and making the best of people.

HTH

[YoniShapedLoveBox]

Thanks olyroller, the only reason why i explained further why i wanted my photos taken in a studio despite my shyness and bad fashion sense is because people already where asking why I wanted photos if I clearly didn't like clothes nor people (?)...I didn't know that you one thing necessarily exclude other (?)...
I didn't think that talking about myself the way I did would offend so many people.
But I am not looking for glamour photos, it is hard to explain, but would be the kind of photos they take at the America or Britain's Next Top Model for example...just to realise a teenage fantasy. Even though I am not a teenager
Anyway, guess this is too ridiculous and I have come to ask in the wrong place. Should have known better.

[YoniShapedLoveBox]

Thanks Avril, Wimbledon will be perfect, I will have a look now...

[YoniShapedLoveBox]

[garlicyoni]

OK. If what you said about your personal styling is true, then I reckon you need a personal stylist more than a 'studio shoot'. This woman, Rosie Davis, has a style in between edgy and classic that I'm (somewhat randomly) guessing might be up your street.

Ask her about sorting out your shoot. The good news for you is that this irresponsible economic shutdown Austerity crap has affected the fashion industry quite badly. Many photographers & studios are now offering vanity portfolios, when a few years ago they wouldn't have entertained the thought. Even Elite seemed to be offering them (at a discount!) when I googled for you - but I didn't check, it seems a bit of a stretch. Anyway, ask Ms Davis or whomever you choose.

[garlicyoni]

Btw, don't thank me for Googling that for you. I understand you know how to do it yourself.

[garlicyoni]

Avril!

[OliviaMumsnet]

Evening all
peace and love eh?

[ThatGhastlyWoman]

www.tonyrusecki.co.uk/vintagephotostudio.html

Quirky he does- but not necessarily the sort of thing you're looking for. You could also contact the LPA for recommendations- though without knowing your budget...

Last thing- you can be as good-looking as all get-out (have no reason to doubt you, and, well, good luck to you!), but that doesn't always equate to photographing well, especially if you are shy, awkward, or find it difficult to work with photographers. That's where a lot of the skill and experience of a professional portrait photographer comes in- particularly those who do non models/slebs/media types who are comfortable in front of the lens.

[YoniShapedLoveBox]

Ok garlic thanks.

[garlicyoni]

Ooh, that Rusecki guy's invented quite a nice little niche there, hasn't he!

YY to what you said about professionals who know how to work with amateurs, Ghastly. Honestly, OP, if you've set aside some money for this I'd recommend finding yourself a mentor for the project - a stylist.

[ThatGhastlyWoman]

Argh. That should read 'not comfortable in front of the lens'... gnnn.

[ThatGhastlyWoman]

Yup, garlic - a good stylist really can make all the difference. And by the sounds of it, the results might be disappointing without one. I know Tony does (or did) makeover photography with private clients in the past at Alfie's Market, and I'm pretty sure he used a stylist, too.

[YoniShapedLoveBox]

theghastlywoman I know. That is why I came asking for personal recommendations.
I can google. I have been googling. But I don't want to invest in something I will not be comfortable with.
Vintage doesn't suit me at all.
And I am not looking for a personal shopper and least a personal wardrobe organizer or whatever (she will laugh at mine), there will be nothing for her to organise, I have very few clothes.
I don't want to change my style or be taught the best colour to match my skin tone.
I just want a photo shoot, with exotic clothing/hair/make up/poses that will seem natural and real even though is opposite my personality.
Thanks

ah I think some people are also taking the piss at my writing, guess what, English isn't my language either