References for Helen Diaz

CefniPhotography

Helen and I had been chatting for quite a while about whether we could fit something in on one of her tours of South Wales and in the end it was arranged very much at the last minute. She'd come across as quite chatty in emails but this hadn't prepared me for the whirlwind that I met up with yesterday afternoon!

Despite Helen not having done that many winter location shoots recently and even though she found the conditions less than ideal she worked tirelessly all afternoon and was ready to attempt most of my madcap ideas. Not even a mudslide on her backside fazed her and she just laid there looking at the sky and burst out laughing :)

Helen is such good company and a pleasure to spend time with and there's never a dull moment! Our time together flew by but I have a great selection of images to go through as a reminder of a most enjoyable shoot. Thanks again Helen x

sharimua

Helen and I worked together at Eyebox Studio this year and it was a very lucky experience for me as I was the stand in MUA.

Helen lights up the room with an energy that puts you at ease. I've worked in many situations where this isn't the case and you don't manage to build any rapport with a model.

It was very easy to work on Helen's face because her skin is lovely and her features would inspire any MUA. I also loved that she was interested in my makeup kit because it felt more collaborative.

She's a fantastic, friendly, confident and professional model and I'd recommend her highly!

Aperture photography

I just with one of my favourite local model for the third time and once again fab shoot got some lovely xmas images and some lovely natural light images aswell also have a new look for Helen with long hair and she still look stunning she makes a lovely cup of coffee shame about the mince pies so the next shoot I required cupcakes hopefully the shoot will be on locations in wales

Claudia Lucia make-up & body artist, stylist. said...

I first met Helen end of 2013 (sorry late ref :-)). We worked on one of Damien Lovegrove's Hollywood lighting workshop which was was great fun from start to finish. It amazed me how Helen has such versatile looks, transporting into any era - making it difficult to choose the best shot! A real trooper too as some shots were taken in a very chilly cellar! Always professional, warm, fun and has a great sense of humour. Look forward to doing lots more shoots with Helen; highly recommend indeed.

Claudia Lucia make-up & body artist, stylist. said...

Recently, I had the pleasure to work with the gorgeous Helen once again. I don't usually work for trade, but with Helen I knew I would be guaranteed some stunning shots. I love working with you Helen, apart from your great complexion & versatility - a mua's dream - you're open to try new ideas & concepts. Organised, professional, fun, great communication throughout, plus makes great mince pies!

You will be missing out on a real gem if you don't work with Miss.D :-) Look forward to working with you lots in 2015 x

Jakeyboy

I had a lovely shoot with Helen recently at my home studio we chatted as if we had known one another for years and had a laugh, plenty of drinks breaks and costume changes some photo's taken too. It was a pleasure to have worked with Her. Recommended!!!!!

Steve x

Jurgen & Jochim

I had another shoot with Helen (over the years there have been many !) and they just keep getting better.

Helen was full of energy right from the start of an early Sunday morning until much later in the afternoon. Her infectious sense of humour, joie de vivre and all-round personality make all photoshoots a good place to be.

She came over-loaded with her new suitcase (which is rather plush and HEAVY) and, right from the get-go, was working through outfits, styling and accessories with myself and our MUA. (My MUA is now one of Helen's biggest fans !)

Effortless moving from pose to pose both directed and freeform with changes in lighting, styling and make-up, we all had such a good day that we are looking for ANY excuse to repeat it as soon as possible.

Any person that brings along green tea to share on a photoshoot is doing well in my book ! Helen has become a good friend and, even when she had smoked salmon breath from lunch, is still a joy to be around.

I can safely recommend Helen without any reservation as does everybody that has worked with her previously.

TDH Photography

Had a lovely afternoon with Helen very professional in every way this was my first solo booking and if they all go as well as this one I will be a happy bunny. Helen made me feel very welcome from the time I stepped through the door. Here mince pies were to die for ( little in joke). I just hope that my work can due here beauty justice.I would recommend Helen to all photographers. Hope to work with Helen again perhaps when it is warmer to do an outdoor shoot.Thanks again and enjoy you Christmas.

Trevor xx

Bridgetmua

Had the pleasure of working with Helen last week during the Christmas period. We had an early Morning start! Helens pre shoot communications are first class.. She welcomed me into her home which was warm and cozy followed by coffee and mince pies..! We cracked on with the make up and hair, laughing and chatting along the way..!

Helen was open minded with what sort of look she was after so I'd say I had free reign..!

Her complexion was beautiful and well looked after which makes my job a joy.. :)

Helen is a true professional, and great to work with, I would highly recommend her to any MUA or photographer. I look forward to the results and hopefully working with her again soon. Xx

In the shadows

What more can I say, It's all been said

---------------100 % PROFESSIONAL

-----------------100 % COMMUNICATIONS

-----------------100 % YES

-----------------JUST TRY HER, YOU'LL SEE.

Jan Bassett

Another excellent shoot with Helen, a superb model that is recommended to all; we always have a great laugh . . . my jaw is still aching the day after ;)

allsorts phtography

What can you say about Helen,she is everything a Photographer desires,lovely poses,lovely outfits,needs no direction whatsoever.We shot in Helens lovely house,various rooms available,all ready and sorted for our shoot.Numerous mugs of tea,and cake later,how could anyone not be satisfied! Would thouroughly recomend Helen for all photographers!, so much so I am trying to get Helen in January.A lovely lovely lady,thanks Helen, (honey)

Sandy x

sharimua

I had the pleasure of working with Helen again recently. Considering it was 3 days before Christmas, the shoot was organised and all set for a very successful morning.

It's always a relaxed and interesting time working with Helen, you'll also get great conversation which is a bonus!

From a makeup artist's perspective, she is the perfect canvas with beautiful skin, yet there is much scope for transforming Helen into anything the makeup artist desires.

I'm always inspired by Helen and my head is buzzing with concepts for the coming year.

Helen is a standout model and one I'd recommend to anyone.

Richard Winn

Helen contacted me a few weeks ago to see if I wanted to do a Christmas-themed shoot and I thought it would be rude not to, so I agreed and I'm glad I did.

Helen was welcoming as soon as I arrived and we got down to business drinking some tea and eating some mince pies (I'd eaten lunch, so didn't have much room). Then we thought we'd better do what we were there for. The shoot was a lot of fun and Helen was warm and friendly throughout. I'd brought my studio lights with me, but we ended up experimenting with available light and motion blur, with some good results, ranging from emotional portraits to unusual effects. And the Christmas theme? Well somehow, we never did get around to that.

I'm looking forward to the next shoot with Helen and thoroughly recommend her.

Charlie from Bristol

I had a thoroughly enjoyable and creative photo-shoot with Helen at her home about a week ago. To start off with, Helen was warm and welcoming and made sure I was comfortable and had everything I needed. She is also extremely beautiful and a talented and versatile model, who at times adds an impish, almost feline quality to the images.

I am also very grateful for her creative input (suggesting the motion shots and shooting through the window from outside). These sets resulted in some pictures that I can't quite believe came out of my camera. I would highly recommend working with Helen and I hope that I will have the chance to work with her again soon.

Tasnim MUA

I worked with Helen last week at her home studio and enjoyed every minute of it. Helen is a very professional model and keeps her skin in amazing condition. She is a dream for any make-up artist!

She is a model in high demand, and I can see why. She is so genuine and down to earth but very talented. She is relaxed and knows just how to get the best of her features in the images. I've had a few photos back and they are stunning!

Vern

I had a great shoot with Helen today. It was also quite a laugh. Helen looks great and I love her poses. She's great fun to shot with, very professional, and the time went by all too quickly. I think we got some great pictures. It would be a pleasure to work with her again. Very highly recommended: :-D

Ghost Light Photography

I had the very great pleasure of shooting Helen in her home today. Pre-shoot communication was excellent and whilst we did not have a particulalrly detailed plan, we were happy to see how things would develop.

Helen is great fun and you certainly will not get bored. An excellent host, Helen provided hot and cold drinks as well as home made mince pies (yummy). Helen was just the perfect model for the spontaneous nature of our shoot as we took advantage of the opportunities that were presented (a chance placement of the sun giving us a little natural light for a quick set). She was also very patient as I got to grips with my new speedlights. Her patience will hopefully be rewarded as I work on the images which look great on the back of the camera.

I would work with Helen again in a heartbeat. Highly recommended.

DK1

My second shoot with Helen, and a great success. Not only is she thoroughly professional, she knows how to make a shoot entertaining and interesting. Excellent pre-shoot communication and Helen's intuitive approach made for a lively and very worthwhile shoot.

VicPics

Having not worked with Helen for a a few years, it was good to Shoot with her at her home. Helen Diaz is a "unique" Model, entertaining and talented (Y).

Helen's qualities are well documented in her previous 'References' - I will fully agree and say that she is a pleasure to work with, a great Model.

Helen was happy to help with my experimenting with lighting etc. I'm confident that we achieved some great images. Thanks for a fab session. Martin.