Hi! Fellow photographers.
I'm going to london this march to expand my portfolio (fashion wise)
Im looking for general tips and ideas. Good agencies, rental places and so on.
How are the rules over there? Are you free to shoot everywhere? Or do you need a permit like the US?
Hi Jozef and congrats on coming to London! I'm sure you'll find it exciting.
In regards to your queries, be aware of Section 44 which others have mentioned. Most importantly recognise that no one can delete your photos without a court order, even the police, so if anyone demands this then stand your ground.
I'm not sure what you want to rent, but some of the main places for purchase/rental are The Pro Centre, Peartree, and Calumet. Most are just east of central London.
I'm not sure where you're shooting, but you'll need to apply logic - it's a busy city with a high threat alert and a lot of rules. If you're planning a shoot in a public location I'd call the local council, explain that you're doing a shoot for personal purposes, and ask if there's anything you need. Depending on the council, they might demand proof of insurance, or they might say go for it (and keep out of peoples' way). If you're aiming for a more touristy place, like London Eye or the Underground, realise that they have their own restrictions and you'll definitely need permission (and may have to pay for permits). For the Underground see
http://www.tfl.gov.uk/tfl/corporate/media/lufilmoffice/.
A friend of mine visited London, did a fashion shoot in Shoreditch, and didn't need anything - the council were fine, the neighbours had a peek at what he was doing and that was it. He did it in a quiet side street on a Sunday and very happy with the result, so have fun!