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Gothic Image

This was only my second real 1:1 with Xenia, although we seem to have done quite a few group shoots and other things since our last one.

The venue this time was the awesome Antwerp Mansion, where the equally awesome Xenia worked round each room in turn, pulling out pose after pose in an eclectic variety of sets. She's an absolute professional, working with me in a true collaboration throughout to generate some stunning images. She's also a truly nice person with a friendly personality that makes her incredibly easy to get on with.

Thank you Xenia - absolutely and unreservedly recommended!

CerithMJ

I hadn't actually booked Xenia. I'd booked her studio, but my model decided to cancel 10 minutes after our shoot was supposed to have begun, and Xenia insisted on stepping in so the time wasn't wasted like the absolute champion she is.

We had no outfits other than what Xenia was already wearing but we made it work. We shot what we were able to from the plan and then spent some time experimenting with prisms and shutter drag.

Like I said, absolute champion, and 1000 out of 10 would recommend.

Tom Buidhe

Yesterday I travelled from South Cheshire to Zavod Photo Studio to do a shoot with Xenia, a Russian Model extraordinaire. She is both beautiful with mesmerizing eyes yet able to do pose sequences that take your breath away. From my short explanatory prompts as to the style of each set, she produced the most superb dramatic faces. I was in awe of her body positions and facial expressions. Add a lovely friendly obliging personality then you cannot fail to have both a great time, and come away with some stunning images.

I took Mood Boards and storyline scenarios, a little effort on your part, produces a great performance from Xenia,

I, without hesitation, recommend you beat a path to her studio and see her in action yourself! Tom Buidhe

Andy Houghton Photography

It's been wonderful to work once again with the awesome Xenia, this time for a 1:1 shoot at the new Zavod studio. I've lost count of how many times I've photographed Xenia, but on each occasion we manage to create a huge range of varied looks and setups.

Pre-shoot communications were excellent, as always, and Xenia put a lot of work into preparing for and creating the shots I had imagined in my moodboard. She is incredibly hard working and full of great ideas and suggestions about how to get the best out of every setup. She is a brilliantly expressive and versatile model, which means we get to create a fantastic range of looks and poses.

Our photoshoots are not only productive, but they're also a lot of fun. Xenia is incredibly professional and a pleasure to work with. I'm already looking forward to the next time I work with her. Thank you Xenia!

barney2

Today I had my first shoot with Xenia and I can only say - it was great! Xenia is a lively person and we had a nice and fun atmosphere in the Neon Dreams Studio the whole time, which made it very easy to work with her.

I had made some requests for sets and outfits in advance, which we all worked through during the two-hour shoot. Xenia had chosen beautiful pieces and was totally versatile thanks to two wigs.

Thanks to Natasha, who always set up the sets well. A brief technical problem with my laptop didn't slow us down either.

The first results I have seen are great. It will certainly take me some time to make progress with the editing. I'm already looking forward to that.

Many thanks to Xenia for a great first shoot, which I'm sure will be followed by more. Thanks to Neon Dreams Studio for the good organisation. 100% recommended.

Bernhard :)

Viv2

I have had the pleasure of working with Xenia on a few of Tabitha Boydell's shoots, but this was my first 1-2-1 shoot with her, this time at Neon Dreams.

It was very enjoyable with many laughs and using ideas from both of us. She is always a delight to work with and will offer suggestions on what to do differently, which are always excellent.

I am delighted that I will be seeing her a couple more times this year, at least.

Thank you very much Xenia for a very enjoyable shoot. Very highly recommended.

Future Echos Photography

Fabulous to see and have the pleasure of shooting with Xenia again. The shoot was a welcome distraction from a one of those weeks,, as soon as we started my mind was in the game and we were focused on shooting some really cool scenes. She's fun, she's and awesome model and photographer herself. Always nice to work with such talent and a genuinely lovely person. Already looking forward to the next time! Thanks so much Xenia!! Always a great vibe working with you.

Ballerina Erica Mulkern

Today I had my second shoot with Xenia behind the lens, and wow. I was greeted at my car and she helped me with my stuff. Zavod Studio is so warm and welcoming, it is a beautiful big studio!

We had chatted through ideas and she made these very detailed moodboards so we all knew what we were going for. We got through so many sets, Xenia works efficiently and makes sure to perfect things in the studio. She is great at giving feedback and you can see her years of experience behind and in front of the camera shine through. A true star. All of the BOC images were simply incredible. I rarely get to do shoots like the one that we did, so I am very grateful to work with her on such interesting ideas.

I would highly recommend working with Xenia in any capacity. I am lucky enough to call her a friend ♥

Jann Wassell

Had a fabulous shoot with Xenia - I have actually lost count on how many times we have shot together now! That show's Xenia's professionalism in everything concerning the shoot, from pre-comms to the shoot, costumes, posing, all meticulously thought out. This time I shot with Xenia on an event organised by Tabitha Boydell. Xenia is so thoughtful and considerate of my age and capabilities (hahaha) - thank you and best wishes - Jann

Laura Fitzgerald Photography

It was an absolute dream working with Xenia!

Its clear from the get go why she is such a popular model to work with. She was extremely knowledgeable on shoot, versatile, professional, knew how to pose when and where, took direction effectively and had some amazing ideas.

The poses she displayed were stunning and effortless.

I definitely look forward to working with Xenia again in the future.

If you're contemplating booking this model for a shoot, I urge you not t hesitate. You will not be let down.

Thank you again for today's shoot!

M@tz

There's already 344 references so let this be the 345th saying just how wonderful Xenia is. From some simple ideas shared when setting up the shoot Xenia transformed it into a a day full of the contrasts that I had been dreaming of - thank you so much. Such a delightful model in a studio that offers a never-ending stream of possibilities - my advice is to book both, soon. (...and for anyone still wondering, Xenia makes a great cuppa)

Simon Carter

Xenia is one of the finest fashion models I've ever worked with.

Do not miss a chance to experience her generous, energetic, professional, skilful creativity.

Steve Gormley

I think this was fourth shoot with Xenia. The shoots just get better and better with her and of course we seem to have more fun whilst going about our work too. This time round we decided on a collaboration with MUA Alona Dmytrenko who skill is evident in the shots we achieved together, just superb work and looks for the shoot.

Xenia is the most expressive model I have worked with to date, her posing and expression is sublime. Her knowledge on lighting is just amazing and she is a great help with her advice. Any new photographers out there to model photography if there was one model I would highly recommend working with it would be Xenia. A lovely person and a beautiful model who will be only too willing to guide you if necessary and guarantee results you will be proud of.

Thank you Xenia for yet another wonderful shoot. I can't recommend you highly enough.

Till next time

FlashingBlade

I first met Xenia on as she was the studio owner on a model day I was working on.

We kept in touch and I decided she would make an excellent model for a high end fashion shoot I was planning.

Well I had not shot this sort of photography for sometime and was a little nervous. After precoms, ( which were always prompt and enthusiastic from her side) we finally shot at Saracen House Studios with the always welcoming Andrew.

We did three sets, and variations of such.Xenia posed seamlessly and imaginatively at all times. She needed absolutely no direction. She is not only a talented model but also photographer so she knows both sides of the camera.

Very patient and understanding throughout a long day. Got some great images even SOOC. Little editing needed.

Hope to visit her new studio soon.

I would recommend Xenia to all photographers of whatever experience.

After over approx 100 shoots I have done, she is truly exceptional.

Thank you

Steve

Jon Downs

Shooting with Xenia at the newly transformed Zavod Studio was a day packed with experimentation, boundless creativity and exploration. This was my second time working with Xenia in the studio’s third, and most impressive, incarnation, and I have to say it was the bee’s knees!

We covered conceptual and thought-provoking themes to intimate portraits, eerie Halloween-inspired shots, and bold, sexy styles, Xenia effortlessly brought each vision to life. Her versatility as a model is incredible—no matter the theme, she adapts with an ease and intensity that makes every shot feel authentic and powerful.

Xenia’s deep understanding of both the artistic and technical sides of photography continues to amaze me! She’s not too bad at this model/studio/photography malarky at all!

Working with Xenia is always a pleasure, but this shoot was particularly special. The range we covered speaks volumes about her talent, and the results were nothing short of stunning. I can’t recommend her, or Zavod Studio, highly enough to any photographer looking to explore new creative horizons.

Xenia is up there with the best I’ve worked with!

Cheers Xenia, you're a real poppet!

Anthony Dawson Photography

I was predominantly the lighting tech and general problem solver for an event which Xenia was a model, but we managed to get a few photos in the tea breaks.

Testament to her professionalism and what she brings to a shoot that we managed to get such a variety in the 5 minutes I had spare. As well as the few key shots I was eager to get from when I did a site survey prior to the event (you can see one of those in my portfolio!).

I dont think I could have got the results without her!

And more beside that.

Also an all round great person, and we had a few laughs, worked amazingly with all attending!

illuminatedbeauty-images.com

It was my first shoot with the stunningly beautiful and brilliant Xenia together with another exceptionally beautiful and brilliant model at Tank Space on Tuesday. Xenia's pre-comms were excellent, responding very promptly to any messages I sent and very enthusiastic about the forthcoming shoot.

Xenia is such a lovely and caring person and very professional and I felt totally relaxed as soon as we met. In addition to her exceptional modelling skills, including moving seamlessly between poses, she was able to create such stunning and dramatic shapes resulting in some wonderful images. Xenia is great to work with and co-operates with the photographer, making suggestions to create the best possible images.

I had the most wonderful shoot full of fun and creativity and enjoying every second of the shoot and the time just flew past.

Xenia is so enthusiastic and inspirational and I very strongly recommend all photographers to work with the exceptional Xenia.

I so hope we can work together again soon, Xenia.

Thank you so much

Keith

Sin (善)

I was very excited to meet Xenia in person for the first time at Tabitha Boydell's Asylum Chapel ball gown event.

Xenia is incredible as a model. I don't know where she gets her energy from but she was delivering striking poses one after the other in the terribly cold weather for the entire day. I had gaps / breaks since I was taking turns shooting with another model and even I struggled to power through.

Her posing was inspiring to watch and learn. Amazing flow and dynamic movement. She's incredibly edgy and expressive. I definitely understand why her images always turn out so beautiful and artistic.

Of course, she's super friendly as a person. Very enthusiastic. Taking initiative to help set up for the event.

Highly recommend working with Xenia if you haven't already (Although I think everyone knows her by now). For me she's a great role model and I definitely would love to work with her again.

bad john

I just had my second shoot with Xenia. Both shoots were at events arranged by Tabitha Boydell. A great model at a great event; you cannot ask for more. The last time, Xenia helped me get one of my few FPIs. Even if she does not repeat that trick, she has given me some more excellent images.

She and the event were so good that I have just booked another event with Xenia. So, I will be shooting her yet again.

Highly recommended whether at one of Tabitha's event or elsewhere.

AndiM

Xenia was one of the models at Tabitha Boydell's event in London. It was a long and very cold day, even though we were indoors. Despite the long and cold day, Xenia kept upbeat and in good spirits all day. She was polite, happy to take on suggestions and changes to get the shot you wanted. But equally happy to free pose and give you plenty of great looks to work with without direction. Xenia was fantastic to work with and I'd be delighted to work with her again.