Abstract Studios Journal

There is a beautiful irony in launching an umbrella company in Manchester. If there is one city on earth that knows exactly how a cheap brolly fails you at the worst possible moment, it’s this one. When founders Meg and David launched Soaked Umbrellas in January 2025, they were completely fed up with throwaway culture. They didn't just want to make another accessory; they wanted to build a durable, sustainable design tool engineered to fight landfill waste. Fast forward 18 mo

There’s a specific kind of magic that happens when a community identifies a problem and builds its own solution. At FITS Magazine , founder Buky and her team realised something crucial: there was a massive gap in the industry for prospective styling hopefuls. To fix it, they created an immersive, informative styling workshop, and they chose Abstract for their studio hire in Manchester to bring that vision to life. Why FITS Chose Abstract for Studio Hire in Manchester While t

On one of the coldest January days last year, I headed to Abstract Studios for two back-to-back sessions. These shoots perfectly captured why I’ve become obsessed with this space—not just as a photographer, but as a creator who thrives on variety. In many studios, you can feel boxed in by the four walls and whatever props happen to be lying around. But Abstract is different. It’s a space that sparks ideas the moment you step through the door. I was lucky enough to get a sne

Whether you are shooting product photography, high-fashion editorials, or brand campaigns, the environment shapes the outcome. Natural light encourages a different kind of pace—one rooted in observation and responsiveness.