Elena Black

Hello and welcome to my Portfolio! 
This is Elena Aradia Black, an alternative model and performer from London, England (UK).

Lover of everything weird and wonderful- trying to be all serious, but I’m quite the easygoing goofball, so feel free to message me if you have any questions :) 

 

DETAILS ABOUT ME 

I am a internationally published Alternative/Tattoed model with 3 years of experience.

I have been published in over 20 issues of relevant Alternative, Gothic and Fetish Magazines such as Gothic Culture Magazine, Gothic Girl Magazine, Nocturnus Magazine, DominateMe Magazine etc. (I can provide references upon request).

I also have been cover girl in magazines such as Magnifiqué Magazine (issue 72), Darkside Magazine (issue 37), Nocturnus Magazine (issue 4), and Retrolovely Magazine Valentine’s Special (Vol 9) as well as Burlesque Magazine (Vol 12)

I have experience on video too as I’ve taken part of several music videos, one of the latest work was for Venom Prison’s Judges of the Underworld

I have a professional training in Acting.

I am also a trainee in Fire Arts and a Burlesque performer too - PLI covered by Equity.

TATTOS & PIERCINGS 

I have three tattoos, all black work - no colour 

• front right thigh (Medusa)
• back left thigh (Bat)
• left calf (Spider) 

I have several piercings: 

• Nose ring 
• various helixes piercings on ears 
• labret

I don’t mind removing piercings or wearing clear/plastic ones and I don’t mind concealing my tattoos if the project should require this.
Please let me know prior to the shooting 

HAIR

I dye my hair of a bright velvety red

Or I go for an ombré hairstyle (black and red).

I don’t mind wearing wigs should they be of importance and consistency for the project - please let me know in advance so that I can make sure to be ready.

STYLES AND LEVELS

I primarily shoot gothic, pin up and latex (fetish/bdsm) as you can see within my portfolio, but I have experience in a wide range of styles.
From street fashion to boudoir, fantasy to lingerie or horror photography.

I am interested in exploring different methods and techniques such as the use of smoke bombs, gels, neons, projectors as well as getting involved with more bizarre, surreal or abstract shoot concepts!

I always buzz with ideas and I love to discuss and being actively part of the creative process.

Let’s get the ball rolling! 

I am confident in front of the camera and I’ve previously shot up to nude level.
I have only worked upon a paid basis or with photographers that I already worked with due to the nature of the shoot.

I only consider artistic nude, so NO explicit solicitation or adult contents. 

 

THE SHOOTINGS 

I always come extremely prepared with a variety of outfits and props- not limited to the ones discussed prior to the shooting.

I am often responsible of my own hair and make up which I strive to get to a professional level. 
If you have any specific requirement or idea, sharing moodboard or inspiration will be greatly appreciated and I’ll make sure to try my best to achieve a specific look.

I also have a little experience in SFX make up and I  am not afraid of getting covered in fake blood as well as rolling into the mud to get the perfect shot (I am sure photographers will side with me on this one! Ha!) 

I don’t mind travelling as I already did throughout the UK and I love to scout and discover new and peculiar locations.

I have a wide and eclectic wardrobe to draw from for shoot outfits but I’ve also collaborated with stylist and designers.

RATES

I work on a fixed hourly rate of

• £30 per hour + travel 

However, I work at a different rate for 

• Lingerie/Implied  £35 per hour + travel 
• Artistic nude £50 per hour + travel 
  
  

I do offer “package” deals if you book for 3+ hours:

• 3hrs - £100
• 4hrs - £140
• 5hrs - £180
• 6hrs - £200
• 8hrs - £260

Travels to be calculated separately. 

CANCELLATION POLICY  

I would kindly ask for at least 24 hours cancellation notice before the planned shooting - although the more notice the better so to eventually reschedule.

I will have to ask for a deposit as if the shooting is cancelled last minute I would miss out on work. Unfortunately I can’t afford it since this is part of my livelihood- I hope you’d understand this. 

If the shooting required me to travel outside the London area and train tickets were purchased to reach the location I’d kindly ask for reimbursement (given proof of purchase or receipt) via PayPal or bank transfer.

Emergencies and unforeseen circumstances can happen to either myself or anyone else involved in the shooting and in that case, of course, a last minute cancellation will apply and rescheduling discussed afterwards. 

COVID UPDATES AND HEALTHCARE 

 I am fully vaccinated - both doses and booster.

Unfortunately, as I have an underlying chronic condition, I am in need of asking if the people I work with are fully vaccinated or if they can provide me with a negative lateral flow test prior to the shoot.

Also, for the very same reason, at times I will have to be accompanied to the shootings by my carer who will not interfere in any way  while shooting but who will be just a helpful hand to me while travelling and on site in case I need it. 

I hope you would understand this, thank you so much in advance 🙏

SOCIAL MEDIA

INSTAGRAM

@_elena_black_witch_

https://instagram.com/_elena_black_witch_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

PINTEREST  

Elena Black 

https://pin.it/7s09Uqd

THANK YOU! 

I hope that you made it here! Thank you so much for reading and I look forward to hearing from you! 😊

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Publications

KALTBULT Magazine June 2021 

ZeroCreative Magazine June 2021 no 11

Gothic Culture Magazine July 2021 no 10

ANVANE Magazine - Sensual Edition July 2021 Vol 3

BEYONDALL Magazine - Sensual Edition August 2021 Vol 2 

Nocturnus Magazine August 2021 no 1 

ROGUE August 2021 no 2 

Vigour Magazine - Fashion and Beauty August 2021 no 20

Gothic Girl Magazine September 2021 no 18

Penida Magazine September 2021 no 80

Hellfire Club Magazine September 2021 Vol 5 

DominateMe Magazine September 2021 

Gothic Culture Magazine September 2021 no 12

Magnifiqué Magazine - Halloween issue October 2021 no 39

Gothic Culture Magazine December 2021 no 15

Nocturnus Magazine (COVER) January 2022 no 4 

Pin-up Kulture January 2022 Vol 7 issue 1 

DominateMe Magazine February 2022 

RetroLovely Magazine - Valentine’s Special Edition (COVER)  February 2022 Vol 9 

Portraits of Horror - HorrifyMe UK Book Collection February 2022 

DarkSide Magazine (COVER) March 2022 no 37 

Magnifiqué Magazine (COVER) - Alternative March 2022 no 72 

Gothic Girl Magazine March 2022 no 24 

Gothic Culture Magazine May 2022 no 20

Sinister Magazine May 2022 Issue no 8