A move to a state-of-the-art studio in the North Staffordshire has helped a veteran photographer to grow his business.
Dave Hide is celebrating a year of new clients sparked by a £20,000 investment in the Old Coach House Studio, at Richmore Hall, close to Cellarhead crossroads.
Dave, from Cheadle, has been fascinated by photography since childhood and began his career with his local newspaper, the Cheadle and Tean Times more than 30 years ago.
He combines passion, expertise, and technical knowledge to provide a full commercial and family photographic service.
Investment in the Richmore Hall Studio has paid major dividends for Dave.
He said: “The studio was an historic coach house that had fallen into disrepair. Basically, it was a derelict shell.
“A huge amount of work has gone into transforming it into a welcoming environment for clients looking for high quality studio photography.
“The owner of Richmore Hall was fantastic in rebuilding the fabric of the building and I have invested in the creation of a creative space.
“It is fitted with hi-tech lighting, on easily movable tracks, and computer equipment which allows customers to see photos as they are shot.
“And I have also invested in making the old coach house as comfortable as possible, with sofas, a changing room with a large ‘Hollywood’ style mirror, and baby changing facilities. There’s room for a family or a group of friends, and I also have use of the extensive and picturesque Richmore Hall grounds.
“Getting the lighting right is vital and a major part of the photographer’s art and I have invested heavily in that area. Developing a professional studio enhances credibility and supports my drive to bring in new business.”
Added Dave: “From a business point of view, I always wanted to demystify how photography was priced. All prices are available on my website (www.davehidephotography.co.uk), including the cost of studio time and there’s no upselling of completed photographs.
Dave Hide Photography provides services for business, including product and people shots, both on location and in the Richmore Hall studio, and a full range of people photography, including weddings, mother and baby shots, christenings, special events, and pet portraiture.
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