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  This is a testimonial for Jon Silver of Southdown Studios. I needed to have some photos taken for my website recently. I have to confess to being very uncomfortable about having my photo taken on a good day, and photo sessions rarely happen on a good day! However, upon arriving at Jon studio, which is [...]
  - Paula Lewendon
  About You Coaching Ltd
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  Jon made me feel so comfortable we got some AMAZING images despite me being a complete newbie as it was only my second ever shoot. I would recommend Jon to anyone, he is a truly amazing person, and I WILL be working with him very soon whether he likes it or not. http://jennysmithnude.blogspot.com/2011/08/jon-silver.html
  - Jenny Smith
  Jenny Smith Modelling
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  This was a fabulous shoot, I was made to feel as compfortable as I could do and can’t wait to work with him again, thank you so so much for making me feel at ease and we had some very cool pics come out of it. Highly recomended!
  - Gina
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  Loved working with you Jon… can’t wait till the next time. You made me feel really relaxed and we produced some amazing shots.
  - Sophie
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  Had my first shoot with Jon today and it was absolutely brilliant! He’s full of ideas, quick to snap up photos, gives very clear instructions as well as letting the model think for him or herself. He has a very professional attitude whilst still keeping a very relaxed and happy atmosphere, really knows how to [...]
  - Emma
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  Had a fantastic shoot with Jon so much fun and we came up with some great ideas together! Will most deffo work with again…. highly recomended!
  - Mina
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  AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING! Had the best shoot with Jon! Immediately felt relaxed & straight at home as soon as I walked through the door! The pictures were incredible… I can’t wait to work with you again!
  - Rachel Clubb
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  I worked with Jon the other week, he is sooo easy to work with, loved every minute of it. Totally relaxed atmosphere The photos were amazing, I absolutely loved them, they have been my best ones. Cant wait to do another shoot with him AND… he makes a great cup of tea!!
  - Charli-Louise
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  You couldn’t get a more professional photographer! Thoroughly enjoyed my shoot with Jon and look forward to working with other ideas in the near future. Great studio setting and atmosphere. Can’t wait to go back.. See you soon!
  - Kelly Hart
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  Jon is an amazingly talented photographer. He is incredibly passionate and his work shows this; he makes you feel relaxed and act like yourself in front of the camera. I would highly recommend him.
  - Elly
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  Jon Silver was extremely professional during the entire photoshoot and was very helpful in suggesting good, strong poses. I would recommend him to anyone interested in producing excellent photos and gaining a little insight into this complex industry. Thank you very much for all your help!
  - Leya
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  Jon Silver is a talented and creative photographer. The photo shoot at his studio was well organised, and he created a friendly relaxed atmosphere to put the subjects (four teenage girls) at ease. Whilst this was a birthday present for my daughter, I know parents and friends of the other girls also have bought photos [...]
  - Jim Boxall
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  Had Great Reviews back from our client and I hope we can use this company further.
  - Gary Fitzakerley
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  Despite my profound deafness, I found Jon very easy to communicate and I felt very relaxed and easy to understand him. The atmosphere was warm and friendly. I recommend you to visit the studio and you will find Jon a very pleasant excellent photographer!
  - Hamish Rosie
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  We had a photo shoot at Southdown during my daughter’s hen weekend and without exception we all agreed that it was the highlight of the weekend. A most enjoyable experience and some lovely photos to keep as a happy memory. Thankyou very much Southdown.
  - Jane Farrell
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  My sister and I visited Jon at Southdown Studio to have a photo taken for our Mum. The session was fantastic, we both felt very comfortable and were pleased that we were not forced into cheesy, unnatural poses. The results were brilliant and we struggled to chose a favourite. Our Mum is very pleased with [...]
  - Stacy Hyett
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  A truly marvellous experience
  - Vicki Skippings
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  ... relaxed though professional attitude put me at ease and made the whole experience enjoyable... excellent publicity shots for my business... also some amazing personal photos of myself... brought out qualities I thought I had lost... some I didn't even know I had! A priceless experience... terrific personal development exercise. Thank you Jon!
  - Nicola Quinn
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  Before attending Southdown Studio photo taking wasn’t exactly my favourite subject! But Jon made me feel at ease helping me out with different positions and not rushing me. I came away with 6 photo’s which I was very pleased about and found hard to choose! I’m sure I will be buying more and I will [...]
  - Becky
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  ... the whole package was brilliant fun... great way to celebrate her 16th with her friends. Even the least confident girls blossomed in front of the camera when gently coaxed... lots of lovely (photos) to choose from... happy with what we got for the price... very obliging... My 13 year old now says she wants the same for her 16th!
  - Katharine Silcock
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  I went to Southdown Studios for my Hen Night Party for a make over and photo session. I want to say a massive thank Jon and the two makeup artists for helping make my hen night an event I will never forget. You all made us feel so welcome and so at ease, so that [...]
  - Karolyn Nash
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  Have had two party sessions – one with my 11 year old daughter and the other with my 8 year old daughter. Both occasions were very successful with the girls having a great time with their friends. The photos were lovely and will hold special memories of their birthdays forever. John and Sylvi were lovely [...]
  - Sally Lamley
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  I organised a suprise photo shoot for a few of my friends’ birthdays and we had a fab time, felt really comfortable infront of Jon and the make up artist did a great job. They listen to our inputs and left us to choose a lot about what happened. Had a really good time and the pictures [...]
  - Lizzie Stanger
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  A true, true professional. Entertaining during the shoot, happy to direct at times, or listen as I detailed what exactly I wanted. You know when you’ve had a sucessful shoot and it was pretty obvious you’ve had a good one when time has flown and you’re still full of energy and ideas. Even then, the [...]
  - Ophelia Hart
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  I was made to feel very relaxed and enjoyed the session. Pictures were very good too.
  - Susan Connelly
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  We had a studio sitting for family photos and it went well. Very friendly atmosphere to get the best from the photos. It was very easy to choose the photos from the web gallery and where adjustments were needed to photos, the staff were extremely helpful.
  - Fiona Bishop
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  I was very happy with all my photos and would highly recommend Jon. The studio is large and modern and Jon makes you feel very relaxed which is exactly what you want from a photographer.
  - Sylvi
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  ... boudoir shoot as a birthday present for hubby... very friendly... explained how the shoot would work and what to expect... showed us some of his work and pictures of similar shoots to give us some ideas... really interesting ideas for poses and I was not uncomfortable at all... studio was cosy and not pristine or intimidating... photo output was very good... professional throughout. Recommended.
  - Fiona
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  professional well equipped studio with easy parking, plenty of props and very good facilities... excellent coffee... went the extra mile... great company... I'll definitely be back... recommend their services... great photographer
  - Benjamin Ealovega
  Benjamin Ealovega Photography
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  ... daughter's 13th birthday... photoshoot party... over the moon, she and her friends had a fantastic time and their make over was done brilliantly. The staff were very nice... relaxing atmosphere. My mum, sister and i enjoyed watching the girls having a laugh and posing, Great party idea!!!
  - Joanne Bradbury
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  ... daughter had a fantastic time with her friends when she celebrated her 14th Birthday with a Photoshoot and Makeover Party at Southdown Studio on May 14th... very accommodating... couldn't fit in with the usual studio times... managed to create a great atmosphere from the start... pictures were superb... all the girls relaxed straight into it... a great momento to remember the occasion... highly recommend this experience! Thanks again
  - Karen Peters