References for Helen Diaz

THX1138

This was my first shoot with Helen and was more than happy with the experience.

Helen is a great communicator and was prepared with lots of outfits and accessories.

Great posing and great host.

The shoot went by very quickly and was so enjoyable. Productive, efficient and thoroughly entertaining.

Highly recommended and looking forward to another shoot.

Scott Melrose Photography

I recently had a 6 hour shoot with Helen Diaz at Heavenly Bodies Studios and could not be happier with the results.

This was my first solo shoot for quite some time but Helen made it easy by being ready with a range of different outfits and very easy to get on with. The time flew by whilst I was in good company but we still managed to shoot a variety of different looks, lighting setups and managed to progress through nearly all of my ideas.

I would shoot with Helen again without question.

Martin16

Spent an absolutely delightful morning with Helen. She was informative, fun and an absolute professional. As, being fairly new to portrait photography, I was a little nervous of working in a proper studio - she however quickly calmed my nerves and together I think we produced some images we will be jointly proud of.

I hope, when the weather improves, that we will be able to do a shoot together out on location - hopefully in some sunshine!

FocalPoint

What can I say that hasn't already been said about this amazing model ? She has so many well deserved references that I know I am simply going to repeat what others have said, but here goes !

Today's shoot was a long time coming (all down to my life going haywire after initial discussions sometime ago) but it was most certainly worth the wait. Pre-comms were exceptional and it felt like I'd known her for a very long time as we exchanged messages as she was so friendly.

We shot at the ruined chapel that Helen has a great affinity for, but it was incredibly cold and the wind-chill factor made it even colder. Not that this affected her in anyway. Helen just flowed from one pose to another, interspersed by warm up breaks for us both until we had to admit that the weather was beating us. However, this was not the end of the shoot and we moved on to a more sheltered location to finish off before, all too soon, it was time to pack up and go our separate ways.

To sum up, Helen is a wonderful person and model. Polite, friendly, artistic, knowledgeable, kind, hard working, has bundles of energy and talent and is thoroughly good company. I cannot recommend her too highly to all reliable photographers.

Thank you ever so much for today, Helen. I cannot wait to work with you again.

bad john

I just had my first shoot with Helen.

It started with great communication to plan the shoot finishing with confirmations on the night before. So, the shoot started smoothly. I was welcomed with an offer of a drink and homemade mince pies. Next I saw the home studio. I have seen studio studios which are less well equipped. This was the best home studio which I have even seen. The shoot continued to be great. We worked through the ideas we had discussed in advance and ad-libed some more.

We had a great chat throughout on a wide range of subjects.

I will be shooting Helen again; we are already discussing ideas. We want to do some outdoor work but, obviously, we need to wait for the weather to improve.

Highly recommended.

Alan Mackenzie

I had a wonderful shoot with Helen at her home where we captured some beautiful images that I can use for my figure drawing practice. Communications were fantastic, the 3-hour shoot, clothing, poses and the conversation made the day a really enjoyable one. Helen is a genuinely wonderful person and really easy to talk with and I can't recommend her highly enough.

Dave Challenger

Had a fantastic first shoot with Helen at her studio. I found Helen super easy to get along with and we created some great images together. Helen had great pre shoot communication and from a very simple brief was prepared with a fantastic range of outfits. We captured everything I had planned and more and the three hours flew by. I can’t recommend Helen enough and will hopefully get the chance to shoot with her again in the future.

davidbailey

I had a fun shoot with Helen at her home yesterday.

I always have a good time with Helen, we have a great time, Helen is used to my different types of clothing and my violin.

I have worked with Helen now for about 10 years and we always have a fun time.

The time goes by so fast. She is wonderful to work with.

I highly suggest her to other photographers and would clearly shoot with her again.

A joy.

figurestock

Arranged a shoot with Helen for the 7th of December, shooting stock for possible book cover use.

Helen was amazing on her pre-shoot comms, and had some great ideas and outfits that she brought along. She turned up in good time, looking amazing and did exactly what I hoped she would. She looked great in both the modern and vintage outfits.

As usual, as this isn’t my day job it’ll take me an age to go through and process them but I’m sure there are some great images from that shoot.

I would definitely recommend Helen for your next project. Thanks again!

Aristotle

What is there left to say about Helen? Her self description is accurate in all respects whilst the comments of other photographers are fully endorsed. Especially Ace T who pretty much sums up this wonderful person. Always an absolute delight to work with Helen. Not just a shoot, more a life experience! Although we have shot several times, we have yet to duplicate a set. Thank you Helen for being a lovely person, fabulous model and good friend.

Yes, I thoroughly recommend working with this special lady

Tony Cooney

I had my first shoot with Helen today in over 8 years, we had some catching up to do.

Helen never disappoints and was happy to use the props I'd brought along with me.

Several outfit changes, lots of chin wagging and boom we achieved some amazing images together.

Very Highly recommended

Rob B Photography

Had a lovely first shoot with Helen at her home studio.

Really enjoyed my shoot with Helen, such a great fun model to work with and obviously highly talented

We decided to use the lighting in the home studio which was more than up to the job, and had the benefit of being in place for the most part so we were able to get going with the shoot much quicker than setting up my own lights

We had planned to do some Hollywood glam type images, however , typically I forgot the prop box, but we quickly came up with some sets that worked with what we had and even managed to break out the smoke machine for some fun shots

Looking forward to shooting again in the future thank you Helen for a lovely shoot

AceT Photography

I am writing this to express my utmost appreciation for the exceptional performance and professionalism exhibited by Helen Diaz during our recent photoshoot. My experience creating with Helen was truly remarkable, and I find myself compelled to recommend her services unequivocally to any professional or newcomer seeking a dedicated and talented model.

From the onset of the shoot, Helen demonstrated an intrinsic understanding of the theme's nuances, bringing the classic Hollywood elegance to life with each poised stance and expressive glance.

Her natural charisma in front of the camera was matched by her discipline and work ethic behind the scenes. Between shots, Helen was diligent in maintaining her appearance and energy, ensuring continuity and the highest quality of work throughout the shoot. Her patience and endurance are notable, qualities that are indispensable in this industry.

Helen's versatility also struck me as particularly impressive. She adapted to a variety of looks with ease, showcasing an array of emotions and attitudes that brought dynamic vibrancy to the shoot. Even under the bright lights, her performance remained fresh and genuine, which was key to capturing the essence of the Golden Age of cinema we aimed to depict.

In conclusion, I cannot speak highly enough about the positive experience I had working with Helen Diaz. Her passion, dedication, and talent as a model are evident.I highly recommend her to any photographer fortunate enough to work with her. Helen is not just a model; she is a true artist, adding immeasurable value to any project she graces with her presence.

AceT Photography

ispeakwithimages

This is the second time I have shot with Helen but first on a one to one basis. Such a welcoming lovely person who it would be hard not to get a long with. Her effervescent character comes through on the photos you take and it would be difficult to walk away from a shoot with poor images.

An experienced model who makes the photographers life easy with great creative ideas to accommodate your own. A vast array of poses and expressions with that “Diaz” look.

Always on the top of my “want to shoot with list”.

I strongly recommend Helen whether you’re starting out or an old hand. Helen will always make you feel comfortable.

Looking forward to the third shoot.

mark pickthall

I’ve wanted to shoot with Helen for a while and it was worth the wait, and I will definitely plan some specific creative ideas with her. She is fun and spirited and shapes and poses with effortless ease. I’m looking forward to the postproduction I think we got some great images. Thank you.

Groovyeditor

Had a fabulous shoot with Helen. She was very welcoming and we had great fun shooting some super images. Very friendly and chatty and we were soon swapping our crazy life stories! 🙂

I would highly recommend Helen and her small, but perfectly formed studio.

Nick

daveb675

Had a fantastic first shoot with Helen and "Grandpa" John (Orpentor) at Helen's studio in Chippenham.

A very enjoyable day., with John and I trading roles of photographer and assistant, shooting all sorts of sets, from John's burlesque inspired themes, through a film noir inspired couple of sets, and ending with a homage to Betty Page. This is a genre that is obviously a passion of Helen's, and one where she truly excels!

Helen was very easy going throughout, friendly, and fun, all the while entertaining us with all sorts of anecdotes from her past, and a pleasure to be around.

Highly recommended.

Thank you Helen!

Paul Montgomery

What can I say. This was my first shoot 'flying solo' so to speak without a tutor etc to fall back on and my Imposter Syndrome was at full strength.

From the initial comms through to the shoot itself, Helen set my mind at rest. I'd formulated a rough idea of what I wanted to achieve and Helen took that, added her own twist and I came away with some images I'm really happy with.

Only one minor downside - she made me laugh so much that I missed the odd shot :-)

Fully recommended...

Rod

I had another excellent shoot with the lovely Helen, this time at my house.

She brought with her a huge variety of outfits, several of which we used during the shoot.

Helen is a great model to work with - very chatty and great fun, and the time sped by very quickly. We moved from room to room and I obtained some excellent images.

Helen is very professional, and anxious to produce the best possibel images. I highly recommend Helen to other togs, and you will certainly not be disappointed if you arrange a shoot with her.

face to face

After eight long years I finally got the opportunity to work with Helen once again definitely a blast from the past she is still as wonderful as ever starting with a welcoming brew. She is very professional creating as many poses as possible to help you get a good variation of images. 100% Recommend

Many thanks

Roy