Violet Raven's Biography
Violet Raven is the alias of the versatile west midlands based alternative/gothic model Raven Brookes.
Having modelled on a semi professional level for over two years, she has built up a staggering collection of photographic art having worked with some very prestigious photographers and models alike. Although specialising in alternative and gothic modelling of all walks, she has also modelled for fashion, fetish, lingerie and has also taken part in a number of video projects. Raven has long astonished those who have worked with her with both her modelling ability (including her talent of playing a role within a photoshoot to an excellent standard) and her magnetic personality.
“Of the new alternative models that came on the scene in 2007, Violet Raven has got to be the most exciting. Young, beautiful and full of energy, I can recommend her for any project. She's a star!”
"I've been working with Raven since early 2007 and she's always been professional and comes to every shoot eager to meet my artistic vision. A real pleasure to shoot!"
- Dave Charsley of Decline Gothica.
"I love to see Raven outside of the camera as it really shows you how photogenic she is! Something amazing happens between her and the lens, which makes a gorgeous and interesting photo every time!"
- Alternative Model Alrune
When not carting herself all over the country to pose and pout, Raven resides in Kidderminster with half of the industrial metal outfit OAK and spends a lot of her time, reading, writing and socialising. She eagerly awaits the day that Alternative people are given the same rights as ethnic minorities.
“Versatility, passion and fun in a living breathing pinnacle of physical perfection. My muse and my favourite subject!”
- Hex Freq Photography
"I worked with Violet Raven for the first time in May 2008. If ever there was a model whom I would love to work with over and over again then she's the one. There is a power in her look that can't be defined in words, only in pictures!"
- PJ Sawyer of Darkest Angel
“I shot this lady & found her to be a delight to work with - extremely versatile and with an amazing expression too!”
- Fozzie of Of The Night Photographic
Violet Raven is available for a wide range of projects in both photographic and video art, and fully encourages photographers of all genres and styles to contact her to add to both their portfolio and hers. Feel free to browse the galleries and get in contact if you like what you see.
