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Model photoshoot with Jade - and some colour theory

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I had previously worked with Jade when she was modelling on a shoot we did for fashion brand Heiress Studios, who make handmade crocheted pieces for beach and clubwear, and while she hadn't done a lot of modeling before, she had a great look.  She has had a change of hair colour since the first shoot, going from blonde to radiant redhead, so I wanted to shoot to suit the colour. Jade - redhead model with blue/green background I'm no expert on colour theory, but my basic knowledge about the colour wheel told me that her vibrant red/orange is somewhere opposite green/blue, so my dark green backdrop made a great complementary colour. The original plan was based on a black and white photo that I'd seen.  It was a simple one-light setup, with a beauty dish (+diffuser) directly in front and above Jade, with a white reflector underneath.  As it was supposed to be a monochrome image, I almost just went with a mid-grey background then saw the hair colour change! Black and white sh...
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The Old Dutch Embassy - Apartment for rent in Hull Old Town - Property Photography

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I have photographed a number of apartments in this beautiful historic building in the heart of Hull's Old Town, on High Street.  It has been made into several 1 or 2 bedroom apartments, available to rent as short stays - perfect for a weekend trip or longer stays.   The Old Dutch Embassy was built in 1664 and is now a Grade II listed building.  You can feel the history as you walk down the cobbled pathway to the entrance doors.   Thankfully the interior  has been updated for 21st century living, with clean lines and modern kitchens and bathrooms. The open-plan kitchen/diner/lounge in this 2 bedroom apartment is very spacious and has lots of natural light, and was a dream to photograph! It also boasts a fully-equipped kitchen  The main bedroom also had lots of space and light, with wardrobe storage and a work desk Even the smaller 2nd bedroom has a double bed and wardrobe. Being so close to the local nightlife, museums, cinemas, bars and restaurant...
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Location: High St, Hull HU1, UK
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Boudoir modelling shoot with Cazza

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 I had a wonderful shoot with model Cazza Hoops.  It is good to just try things out - new photography techniques or lighting styles.  A paying client doesn't  want to be hanging around while you experiment, so these personal shoots are a great opportunity to stretch ourselves. We started with some simple low-key silhouette backlighting, using some gridded striplight set to the sides and just behind her, with a large white reflector in front to bounce a bit of light back into the shadows.  Just moving it further or closer changed the effect it had. For the next ones, I used just one light with a snoot attached, positioned right behind Cazza, which gave one small point of light, and as she changed positions it gave a halo effect.  With a model like her, she could be left to do her own thing with the poses.  I just had to catch it as the light hit right spot! backlit shot of model Cazza Hoops at Darryl Brooks Photography studio Hull The last set used a sc...
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Location: Hull, UK
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Emma's 21st Birthday Party

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Another fabulous party last weekend for Emma's 21st birthday.  I have been photographer at these events for this family three time now, and it is lovely to be part of it.  It had a carnival theme, with big top tent, colourful flags and Brazilian-style dancing by Innovation Events. We had a few family portraits, just before the other guests arrived, then it was time for lots of candid informal party shots! Bar and food services were provided by Bishops Bar of Howden .  For enquiries about me capturing your event photography, get in touch through my contact page
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Location: East Riding of Yorkshire, UK
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Nuala photoshoots at Darryl Brooks Photography Studio Hull

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Nuala came into my studio after we had been discussing the type of photos she liked.  She had been wanting to do a photoshoot for some time but life had been getting in the way.  She has her own business, and as anyone in that situation know, there are usually not enough hours in the day, especially when you have a family as well!  With that in mind, we made a plan in advance, and I was already set up for a few different looks before she had even set foot inside the studio , worked quickly and were done in a timely fashion. It was so successful that we arranged another shoot soon after! She a strong sense of style and fashion, so we leaned heavily into that fashion magazine kind of look. A quick change of outfit and we headed outside to the back of studio for a more industrial look.   For her other shoot, she brought another selection of outfits.  We first opted for a long white silky (under) dress.  Her long elegant frame gave us some lovely shapes. O...
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Location: Unit 59 Hull Microfirms Centre, Unit 59, Hull Microfirms Center, 266 Wincolmlee, Hull HU2 0PZ, UK
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Wet and wild photoshoot with Sofia

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We had discussed a few different ideas about doing another photoshoot, with some being a bit more complex and on location, but due to logistics and scheduling, we had to put some of those on the backburner.  One of the ideas that Sofia had was "my hair wet and a bit wild" and we decided very quickly that we could do that, had some free time, so did it.  Sofia is a fitness instructor based in Hull East Yorkshire so we also did some more fitness-based shots for her business.  A quick application of baby oil and a few sprays of water got the glistening look that we wanted.  With a high key light from an umbrella and a silver reflector below, rim lighting was done with two gridded stripboxes to prevent her being lost in the black background.  
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Location: Hull, UK
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Portfolio photoshoot with Paige

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 It is nice when I get recommended by people, and also nice to see people coming back for more photos.  I had previously photographed Paige when she was studying Performing Arts at St Mary's College.  A few years have passed (only a couple!) and she's been off to do various things, and I caught her while she was back in Hull for a bit.  We had discussed a few ideas, she brought a selection of clothes with her, and we shot about 500 frames in less than an hour!  She's an absolute pleasure to work with and we got lots of beautiful photos.
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Location: Hull, UK
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