A Heated House

So often models get a bit chilly in order to get 'the shot'... but not on this shoot with Niall who had gained access to an amazing location that also head central heating! Music to any models ears! Most of my work at this time of the year is studio based so it was great to be able to do something a bit different without packing the thermal longjohns & wellies ;)

I think Niall captured some fab images using the natural light available. You can read his blog about it HERE or see more of his portfolio HERE. He's always great to work with and the shoot always flies by as a wonderful collaborative effort. Thanks Niall!


I'm over in Ireland regularly so if you'd like me to hop over to work with you let me know! I'm also coming over with Ivory Flame this year for some duo work. If you'd like to book me or the two of us let me know - madamebink@googlemail.com

Until then loves, let me know which shots you like best so I can get them on my portfolio :) xx

April Highlights and big news!

Little late with this blog, a dash of jetlag with a helping of toothache and I'm running a little behind on all my admin. Thank you for your patience! Spending todays sunny bank holiday inside, answering emails, planning my tours and sending out my newsletter! If you'd like to be added to my newsletter for offers and the first to know of my travel plans then just send me your email address to madamebink@googlemail.com

SO! April.... took me all over the shop as usual! From Milton Keynes and Hemel Hempstead to Singapore infact. I do like racking up dem miles ;) I've not had many photos back from this month so far, but I have some I love that I can share with you here ^_^

These are by Karen Jones, the same Karen Jones that was adamant only moments before that she didn't shoot boudoir and didn't do 'beds'... well... I think you've proved yourself wrong here Karen! I frickin' loves this! Really wonderful to see you back shooting and looking forward to France <3 br="">

In her kitchen

On her bed

And this is a selfie from Singapore... I was staying in the Ritz Carlton Millenia Hotel in Marina Bay offering amazing views! Unfortunately selfies were tricky owing to having only myself any my camera. No remote for taking the photos or light, so on timer it went and lots of running about and long exposure times ^_^ Here's just one for now, I'll try and get another done soon! This one was a 10 second exposure *phewie*

The big news is that I have set my move date. I'll be back top end in The Lake District as of the first week in July! Soooo people of the South... check out my dates and book me soon before my trips are yearly rather than monthly ;)

Are you within a 3/4 hour drive of me? Then get a special lil discount before I move and I'll even come to you! http://purpleport.com/castings/107289/locals-get-me-at-a-special-rate--limited-dates-/

March Highlights

March saw me on tour in Scotland and Somerset mainly... Hellllloooooo second home Scotland, old friends and new ones. Love working up there. It's the first place I toured as a full time model at 18 and I've made regular visits ever since! This trip was a lovely mix of people I have worked with numerous times as well as some new ones. Focusing mainly around Edinburgh but I did nip to Dundee too. My last shoot in fact, and from Dundee I drove to the Lake District to meet my partner and then we drove back to Cornwall. Long day. Little Major had a fab time meeting everyone too - thanks to all who welcomed him into their homes/studios.

All round I had a great trip and I'm loving the image I've seen so far... I'll show you in a moment...

The only hindrance was my car blowing up, and has been abandoned in Scotland. I need to go get it fixed so I can continue touring. If any one has been thinking about booking me, and hasn't, anywhere in the UK now would be an awesome time to get in touch, it would really help me.
I was only at home a couple of days before I headed off for a couple of jobs in Somerset, which aside from the insanely stormy weather I had to drive through to get there had no hiccups - hurrah! Thank you!

These shots taken by Brian Millar who was kind enough to host both Major and I for a day in his studio in Edinburgh. Brian is holding a workshop with myself as the model in September. If you'd like to come along contact one of us for more details....

Now a few from Jim in Dundee, somehow we'd managed not to work together before but I am very pleased we have now! Thanks for these shots Jim and for not minding my newly purchased banger sitting outside your place - it's died now by the way! ;) I really love the gentle lighting and the beautiful tones.

Another shoot in Scotland, just outside of Edinburgh is with husband and wife team 'Figure and Form'. I've been working with these two beauts for years now, they are friends and I always look forward to shooting with them at their fabby home studio. This shoot was no different, thanks guys! They've just launched their website, and I urge you to check it out! http://www.oldmansegallery.com/blog/

And now, whizzing to the other end of the country to Somerset! First up a couple from VicPics who kindly welcomed both myself and Major into his home for our shoot together... as usual Major sneaked in on a few shots ;)

Then we dashed off to Studio CC to work with Ghostlight! I LOVED the studio space, I'm going to arrange a studio day there later this year before I move north. If you'd be interested in booking an hour or two get in touch @ madamebink@googlemail.com :)  Ghostlight was fun to work with and we shot ALOT of sets in our time together, and I have never known so many images be put online so quickly - go Ghostlight! There's still a couple of sets to come but here are a few faves so far :)

IMPORTANT DATES - BOOK ME WITH NO TRAVEL COSTS:
- My Lincolnshire Tour Dates are out! These sell FAST. More info HERE. In a nut shell: me as your model, a bunch of locations and big discounts on my rates! Email me now to book your shoot madamebink@googlemail.com

- You can work with me in FRANCE soon! Awesome photography holiday CLICK HERE for details :)

- 9th May - Lion Works Studio Day, Eastbourne. Click the link to book!

- 23rd & 24th May Cottage Studio, click on each date to see remaining time slots and to contact the studio to book your place

BOOK ME WITH A DISCOUNT TO MY USUAL MODEL FEES:
- Click here for one idea
- Email me to join me on a Tour.... Some places left for:
  Lincolnshire
  Dartmoor
  Cornwall





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January Highlights

January saw me on a brief jaunt to Wales and Gloucestershire and I've had some of the images back already to share with you... More to follow soon...

Some images from Miss Salleh Sparrow. More of her work here >>click me<< Sally and  make up artist James were both great to work with, and Sally and her partner Jack were even kind enough to put Major and I up for a night too. Hope to work with this wonderful team again soon! These images will be featured in the next edition of Face On Magazine. Can you spot my pooch Major? ;)

My first studio shoot of the year was with Roj Smith. You can see his work here >>click me<< Roj was easy to work with and I very much enjoyed my time with him. Hopefully next time we will be able to do a mix of studio and location work but the gale force winds stopped us this time! 

Do you have any favorites? I always find it very hard deciding what to add to my online portfolios - I want to post everything ^_^ If you have any thoughts then let me know in a comment below - it'd be appreciated! Now and on future blogs! :) 

Catch you soon xxx

Where you can catch me next.... Well please do keep your eye on this blog right HERE, it is kept up to date with my bookings and travel plans. If you see your area and it's fully booked, email me anyway, I might be able to extend my trip. If you don't see your area, email me anyway and I'll plan to visit. But as for February, my last dates are:

Friday 6th Feb - You can book me in or on my way from Cornwall to Newcastle. That's anywhere from Cornwall to Newcastle... email madamebink@googlemail.com to book
Wednesday 11th Feb -  BOOKED - You can book me anywhere from Middlesborough to Cornwall. That's anywhere between the two.... email madamebink@googlemail.com
Friday 13th Feb - I have a couple of hours free in Plymouth, from 2.30pm. Email madamebink@googlemail.com to book
Sat 28th Feb - I have a studio day at Paul's Studio in Tilehurst, NR Reading. Email the studio to book your slot.