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Meet our owner

Sarah Clarke-Lees

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Creative director | Mentor | Educator

With extensive experience working within the creatives industrys Sarah can help with creative direction, shoot prep, mentoring and coaching.

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    Meet our residents

    Our That Alternative Studio & HQ residents are a diverse mix of creatives, entrepreneurs, and innovators who bring the space to life. From photographers and videographers to business owners and content creators, each resident brings their unique skills and passion to our thriving community.

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    Get to know the talented individuals who call That Alternative Studio & HQ their creative home!

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    Resident - Photographer

    LaurynElizaPhotograhy

    Hello, I’m Lauryn and I specialise in documentary and lifestyle portrait photography. My passion for storytelling through visuals and stunning photographs is combined with capturing candid moments of my clients! You don’t need to feel like a supermodel or a celebrity to stand in front of a camera – all I ask is that you are truly yourself. Nothing is better for me than capturing true in-the-moment shots whilst also conveying client’s personalities through photos that they can keep and treasure forever.

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    Resident - Content creator

    Ant 

    Anthony Clarke

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    Resident - Designer | Educator | Model

    Amber Swinnerton

    Luv me again & Tailored thinking.

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    Amber Swinnerton is the founder and designer of Luv Me Again, a sustainable bridal label specialising in bespoke, size-inclusive bridalwear and accessories made from recycled, upcycled, and deadstock fabrics. Every piece is handmade to celebrate individuality while honouring sustainability, ensuring brides can feel both beautiful and ethical on their wedding day.

    Alongside her design work, Amber also runs Tailored Thinking, a workshop and tutoring platform where she teaches sewing, pattern cutting, and garment construction. From beginners learning the basics of their machine to advanced makers building their own wardrobe, she is passionate about sharing technical skills in an accessible, creative way that empowers people to design and make clothes that truly fit them.

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    Content creators

    Content creators

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    Alice Potter - AJP Social studio

    Social media confidence coach

    Social media confidence coach.

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    TBC

    Coming soon

    Want to appear here? get in touch 

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    Friends of the studio 

    The creatives that can help you create magic!

    We are all in when it comes to collaboration at That Alternative Studio and we have been lucky to host and work with some fabulous local talent. 

    Please find a bit of info about each of them to help you build the perfect creative team for whatever your project may be.

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    Leanne - Concept 223

    Graphic designer

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    Simon Arthur

    Photographer | Lighting 

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    Model

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    Jen Hilton - Beyond the brand woman

    Photographer | Degital

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    Gourmet Grazing 

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    Catering 

    gourmetgrazing.co.uk

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    Rob Cooper - Videographer | Photogrpaher

    Cooper Creative

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    Book your studio day...

    Get in touch and let us know the dates you would like to book, a little about your shoot, what you might need and we will get back to you. 

    Contact

    07532338334

    Studio@thatalternative.uk

    12 - 14 Hardman St

    Blackpool 

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