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<\/p>\nA new photography studio and co-working space has arrived in Macclesfield.<\/p>\n
Pause Creative Studios opened for business earlier this month, bringing a fresh, community-driven concept to Dukes Court.<\/p>\n
The venue was founded by Amy Ward and Greg Todd, who want to provide a space for locals to work, create and connect.<\/p>\n
Amy said: “We want people to feel like this is a place where they can authentically create, capture moments, and connect with others.<\/p>\n
“It’s really important to us that it feels inviting and empowering for everyone who comes through the door.”<\/p>\n
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The studio opened for business on October 5 (Credit: Tabitha Wilkin Cortes)<\/p>\n
Pause Creative Studio’s main service is a self-portrait photography studio.<\/p>\n
Visitors have access to professional cameras, lighting, and backdrops, where they can take unlimited photos using a remote clicker.<\/p>\n
Images are sent out the same day, making the process simple and flexible for everyone.<\/p>\n
Amy said: “I wanted to create a space which was a bit like a community hub.<\/p>\n
“It’s about bringing together our passion for photography and content creation into the town.”<\/p>\n
Alongside the self-portrait sessions, Pause Creative Studios also supports co-working, workshops, and private events.<\/p>\n
The space includes three side rooms that can be used for meetings or flexible working, with trials for regular co-working days already underway.<\/p>\n
Greg, 30, said: “We really wanted it to be affordable because photo shoots can be very expensive.<\/p>\n
“The whole idea is you come in and can create the package you want based on what we have and get all of those photos with no hidden add-ons.”<\/p>\n
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The studio has three side rooms that can be used for meetings and flexible working (Credit: Tabitha Wilkin Cortes)<\/p>\n
The studio’s launch party, held on Sunday, October 5, drew a diverse crowd of families, musicians, creatives, and pet owners.<\/p>\n
“It was chaotic but in a good way,” Amy said.<\/p>\n
“We had so many mums and kids here, and it was just lovely to see everyone celebrating the opening of our studio together.”<\/p>\n
Greg added: “It was such a fun day!”<\/p>\n
“We had familiar faces but also met new people and it was great to connect and share our vision with everyone who came through the door.”<\/p>\n
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Use code ‘NUBNEWS10’ to get 10% off (Credit: Tabitha Wilkin Cortes)<\/p>\n
Looking to the future, Amy and Greg are planning to host a series of workshops designed to encourage creativity and collaboration.<\/p>\n
This includes ‘Spooky Self-Portraits’ on October 31 and a vintage clothing reselling workshop in November.<\/p>\n