References for Helen Diaz

Francis J Pullen Photographer

I have admired Helen's work over the years, and particular hers and my love of Film Noir/Hollywood and latex styles, and eventually our diaries and locations coincided with her day at Aura Studio.

Our pre-comms were excellent, timely and covered the styles above, so I was really looking forward to meeting her for the first time, and on doing so, I was greeted by a wonderful bubbly, full-on and fun personality.

Helen had brought along just the right wardrobe (plus my own black Beret) for the femme fatale film noir work, then changed up to a Betty Boo Leopard style long dress, finishing with an amazing full-length Red latex jumpsuit!

Sadly, the time just flew by so quickly, so we didn't have time for art nude work, but that'll save for a later date I hope.

I absolutely loved working with Helen. She is a consummate professional and her years of experience reflect that in her posing and styles.

100% recommended, and thank you Helen for a blast of a time! : )

Parkes Fine Art Photography

After having communicated with Helen various times over the past few years on subjects of mutual interest, finally got to shoot together today at the awesome Aura Studios in Weedon Bec.

Pre-shoot comms were concise and informative, Helen was punctual and arrived ready to crack on with the shoot.

We shot a variety of sets whilst having the most interesting of chats on various subjects! Helen was the consummate professional, both when posing freely or taking direction equally well, and the 4 hours flew by in a blur.

A very enjoyable shoot, a very interesting, intelligent and conversational model, great fun, and a superb way to spend the time. Comes with my highest possible recommendation, and I look forward to shooting with Helen again!

timr77

I had a lovely shoot with Helen at her ruined chapel location - the weather was kind and the scenery was perfect.

It has been quite a while since our last shoot, but she was as full of energy and ideas as ever, and absolutely prefessional. She is a delight to be with, and I got some great images which will be perfect for what I need.

Absolutely recommended, I hope to shoot with her again before too long - as always, I came away from the shoot with more ideas for the next one.

PsycheFineArt

I have long been familiar with Helen as among the most distinguished of all the models in the south west and a professional in a sense that few can match. Nor was I surprised that this was exactly what I found. She is easy to get on with and in the course of three hours conversation we covered a very wide range of topics, from how to dismiss the various kinds of people one might prefer not to have knocking on one's door, to models we have both known and finally to what makes me tick, a subject upon which I was not particularly forthcoming partly because I am not sure that I know the answer. She reminded me fairly strongly of a model I worked with years ago with whom shoots were an experience in far more than just a photographic sense, although delivery in that sense was always guaranteed (at least by her). Thus, she had an excellent range of clothing laid out for my examination on arrival and looked good in everything we tried, greatly assisted by her fine figure, strikingly beautiful face and extensive experience in the craft of modelling. The garment which she wore back to front and which caused me to abandon my normal full figure work for a portrait arguably produced the image of the day. I don't need to say much more. She can obviously be strongly recommended. When you have tried the rest, try the best.

ChrisWoodman_Photography

I had the pleasure to work with Helen again, after a last working with her before Covid, it was great to see she's not changed. Those of you who have worked with Helen will know what fun she is, ready for anything and great company. The day seemed to just fly by, we shot in couple locations, and super chuffed with the images. Pre shoot coms are very good, and I can't recommend Helen highly enough, and if you've not worked with her yet, get on and organise a shoot before you miss the chance.

Punkrockemo

I have been fortunate to shoot with Helen a number of times, the latest shoot organised by Helen was at the amzing Belmont House withy another photographer. The location allowed us to shoot in numebr of diifrent set ups in a short space of time. Helen was well prepared as always, applied her self creativley to the the diifrent shots and was also good fun to shoot with.

Her comunication prior to shoot was great too.

Nm78

I met up with Helen for the second time at the fabulous Belmont House near Salisbury. I can only reiterate what I said the last time we shot together, Helen is a fabulous model and a real joy to shoot.

I would however, like to add that as well as being a great model, Helen has great organizational skills. She set up the Belmont House location shoot, provided timings, introduced me to a second photographer and via PP liaised and communicated clearly throughout out the whole process. All I had to do was turn up on time and shoot. Simples.

I hope my eventual results can do Helen and the location the justice they deserve.

Of Course, Highly Recommended.

Stu Freeman

Madder than a box of frogs, but twice as much fun. Without doubt the most caring and considerate model I have ever worked with and one of the most professional.

I've shot Helen many time, this was a 2-2-1 shoot, always a bit harder work for the model, Helen just breezed it, as fresh when we started as she was when we finished and she had another afternoon session!

Until next time Helen.

spw_portraits

A second shoot with Helen and what a pleasure again. Excellent pre shoot comms, easy well run day, as usual really able to get the right look for the shot, and fun to be with. Thanks again and until next time

RFS

A few days ago I had the most enjoyable and productive shoot with the lovely Helen at an amazingly picturesque location she introduced me to.  She is a talented and highly professional model who moves effortlessly between poses, while her zany and endearing personality makes her a delight to work with.  Another feature that pleased me about Helen was, after only a few moments consideration, her willingness to bring to life a few ideas I thought might challenge her. I definitely want to work with her again and have no hesitation in hihhly recommending her to others who want a really successful shoot.  Many thanks again, Helen!

Johnba

Helen is a most interesting person. Quite apart from being beautiful, she has fascinating conversartion. She has confidence and elegance in front of the camera and helped me make some lovely images. Time passedd quickly and enjoyably. Super studio, too -Andy at Kempston Studio os a fund of knowledge anbd advice.

Helen is highly recommended.

John

tigDJB

A great, fun shoot at Kempston Studio (thanks as always Andy) with Helen. We had discussed beforehand a 1940/50's style Hollywood type theme and Helen came prepared with "the look". I'm not sure how I managed to take as many photographs as I did, as we never seemed to stop chatting and chuckling (and jiggling). A very enjoyable two hours passed very quickly and I came away with a whole host of great images. Thank you Helen. Best wishes for your move to Milton Keynes.

🎞 Kempston Studio [Studio Hire, Bedford] 🎞

After setting up a studio day and running the whole event herself I can honestly say that it was the easiest day for me so far. Helen had done all her own bookings and payments (at her own request) ad kept the photographers up to date with the days running order.

Helen is fun from the moment you meet her instantly putting the photographers she shot with at ease and ensuring they had an enjoyable shoot with her. Conversations about everything and anything flowed and the shoot time went so fast.

It's no wonder all 1480+ refs are good ones!

Helen has an amazing look and was at ease shooting all sorts that the photographers threw at her.

I am really pleased to recommend Helen and look forward to her next booking at the studio.

D M Wilmot

What is there left that has not yet been said about Helen D as a model, person?

This was our first proper outdoor photo session, previous ones have been studio.

The fact it was added to the event, as did who was involved, where it was?

The local weather on the day in the area, while it was taking place added to it.

Location worked in relation to the moods that were involved, what was worn, etc.

First time at the location, went with what H said, what we could do, where, how.

The interior lent itself to the images, as did the exterior: backgrounds etc.

Helen suited the 'romantic' images that were created, using what was there.

She can go from elegant, noir to exuberant, with classic art nude, on the side.

Thanks Helen for an enjoyable outdoor session, weather included.

GBrodie1

This was my fourth shoot with Helen and it's always great to work with her. Communication beforehand was good and we discussed several ideas as well as giving me a precise location to meet. The shoot was very good and the weather was kind to us. The location was ideal and apart from one dog walker, we weren't disturbed. I hope we'll have plenty more shoots together.

Terry V

After such a great shoot with Helen a few months ago she let me know she was in the Cardiff area and free to shoot later in the afternoon. This fitted perfectly with my crazy idea to shoot 'Helen of Sparta' - a redevelopment of a theme I'd worked on to shoot a male model. We met up at the Welsh coast and started with the theme of 'The Creation of Madam' - inspired by Michelangelo's painting in the Cistine Chapel. Helen bravely overcame her fear of heights for her part in this image - much cudos!. 'Helen of Sparta' is a rewriting of history in which a small band of Spartans held off the invasion of a tens of thousands strong Persian army. Helen took on the spirit of this wild idea and was absolutely amazing. We had a lot of fun and I'm so pleased with the results. I love working with this fabulous model.

Ashley Marie Morrison

Helen was just as wonderful to work with as the first time I did a photoshoot with her. She is very kind and thoughtful, and was willing to help make the shoot possible, even with the mishaps she was still very happy to make things work. She made me feel very comfortable during the whole make-up process as I am still learning. I really enjoyed working with her again! I would definitely love to work with her again soon! Helen is definitely a model to work with as she is great at communicating back in forth before the shoot and she is very reliable! ❤️

H100 aka Harry

This was my first shoot with Helen.

Pre communication prior to the shoot was exceptional, which in turn meant that she arrived totally prepared and with a large selection of lingerie.

To say that Helen is extremely energetic and has a super bubbly personality is an understatement! (I am not sure who was more exhausted at the end of the shoot, Helen or myself 😊).

She flows effortlessly between poses, resulting in some great images.

Totally unique! You are guaranteed to get some great images in between lots of fun & laughter.

I totally recommend that you book this model.

Stephan_d

I had the great pleasure to work with Helen Diaz on Thursday at the superbe Saracen Studio. Helen is such an energetic woman and very profesional. Communication was perfect and fun. Beautiful model with such an nice soul.

Working with her is very easy and had to give very very few directive.

It was truly a lovely shoot in a great atmosphere.

Hope to shoot with her again.

Highly recomended.

Geoffb2

OMG what a fantastic lady to work with. I cannot wait until the next time Helen is in front of my camera lens!!! Helen has the drive, energy, enthusiasm and artistic input that a photographer always dreams about... and then there she is... in front of you and the image cannot fail. I would travel the length and breadth of the country to shoot with Helen again and aim to do so. If you have not booked a shoot with Helen then you MUST do so, as long as you are behind me in the queue I will not mind !!!