I had a half-hour test shoot with Jelena last weekend. She and her assistant were both lovely and welcoming. Unfortunately, I wasn’t feeling my best that day, which definitely affected my energy, though Jelena made a real effort to lift the mood and keep things engaging.
The experience itself felt quite different from other shoots I’ve done. It was short -understandable for a trial, but since I travelled all the way from Edinburgh, it ended up feeling like I spent more time on the journey than at the actual session.
The dynamic during the shoot was friendly, though I didn’t really feel like I was modeling. There wasn’t much direction or posing, so at times I wasn’t entirely sure what we were working toward. Still, that approach might help create more natural shots <3
Overall, it was lovely meeting Jelena, I truly appreciate her warmth and energy, and I’m glad I got the chance to experience her style of work.
Working with, Jelena & Kate Has been a Dream Come True!! 🥰
Honestly felt honored to work with these two incredible women. I love their vision for capturing the natural feminine beauty and unique essence in all of us. I feel it is so needed in today's world.
The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. I felt a sense of sisterhood. There was no pressure and Jelena Toome took the time to understand what best helps me tap into my feminine essence - through conversation and music choices.
This was my first time working in a studio!! It was a gift getting to do things, I never imagine I would have the option to do this early into my modelling career!! It has marked a significant milestone for myself!!
It is difficult to choose a favourite part but my top three would be: The use of the FAN (it was a hot day - that fan was god 🤣), Playing with the mirror who the wonderful Kate Barinova held for me (Thankyou so much for doing that!!) And finally the water shots we got from spraying a screen - THAT was incredible!!!
I would love to work with you two again on future projects and honestly, thankyou again for having me in your studio and sharing this experience with myself. I hope our collaboration helped bring your vision more to life 🥰❤️
More photos from our work together will be added to my instagram (@darlenehoward6688) and Facebook.
We got some incredible shots. Be sure to check it out!! 😊
It’s definitely been a unique experience for me to work with Jelena Toome. The studio has a really nice ambiance, and the photo session felt very relaxing. They made me feel comfortable throughout the entire photoshoot, which helped bring out my natural expressions. The professionalism and creativity—it made the whole experience unforgettable. Thank you.
Working with Jelena was an absolute dream from start to finish, as the entire process. Her detailed preparation, easy-to-follow instructions. Jelena is the ultimate professional, vibrant and positive energy who provided clear guidance on angles and positioning, ensuring we captured the best shots; in front of her lens , I felt incredibly beautiful, relaxed, and confident, which is clearly reflected in the final photos that trulybcaptures the essence of who I am.
Jelena is are really great photographer and I love the fact she takes photo of emotions and feminity not just the model itself 🤍 I had really great time collaborating with Jelena, her professionalism and expertise made the entire photoshooting so smooth and enjoyable✨️ I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her, she is really talented photographer 💯
Working with Jelena was a dream! She has a heart for women and showing true feminine form in the most beautiful, candid way!
Marina Scerbakova
I’m someone who normally feels quite uncomfortable in front of the camera, but this photoshoot turned out to be a genuinely enjoyable experience — all thanks to the Lena’s incredible approach. She made me feel completely at ease from the moment we started, helping me relax, build confidence, and actually enjoy the process.
Her guidance with posing was spot-on — gentle, encouraging, and always professional. She struck the perfect balance between creative direction and letting me feel natural, which really helped shift my mindset and mood. What I expected to be a stressful session turned into something fun, uplifting, and even empowering.
I’m so grateful for her patience, energy, and talent — highly recommended if you want beautiful results and a positive experience behind the lens.
Julia Ozerska
So great pics of me, I’m so in love! Thank Elena for so amazing time on our photo session, I had so much fun and new experience!
Olga Babahina
Elena is real professional, she can help with hair , makeup , look ,photo shooting location and posing. I had one with her at November , in boudoir style with one more girl in Glasgow. And that was amazing experience. During photo session Elena make a complements that help me feel more relaxed and enjoy the shooting process. Sometimes I didn't know what to do , and Elena helped me with how to better set my hair , which pose should I take and what I should do with my hands(that’s my problem)
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Emiliya Kolkutina
Thank you so much to Jelena
for coming to our home to photograph our family. Very pleased with the photos which will be our memories to treasure forever! I recommend Jelena to everyone who is looking for natural, live photos which are always the best ones.
Antoaneta Ninovska
I had a half-hour test shoot with Jelena last weekend. She and her assistant were both lovely and welcoming. Unfortunately, I wasn’t feeling my best that day, which definitely affected my energy, though Jelena made a real effort to lift the mood and keep things engaging.
The experience itself felt quite different from other shoots I’ve done. It was short -understandable for a trial, but since I travelled all the way from Edinburgh, it ended up feeling like I spent more time on the journey than at the actual session.
The dynamic during the shoot was friendly, though I didn’t really feel like I was modeling. There wasn’t much direction or posing, so at times I wasn’t entirely sure what we were working toward. Still, that approach might help create more natural shots <3
Overall, it was lovely meeting Jelena, I truly appreciate her warmth and energy, and I’m glad I got the chance to experience her style of work.
Darlene Howard
Working with, Jelena & Kate Has been a Dream Come True!! 🥰
Honestly felt honored to work with these two incredible women. I love their vision for capturing the natural feminine beauty and unique essence in all of us. I feel it is so needed in today's world.
The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. I felt a sense of sisterhood. There was no pressure and Jelena Toome took the time to understand what best helps me tap into my feminine essence - through conversation and music choices.
This was my first time working in a studio!! It was a gift getting to do things, I never imagine I would have the option to do this early into my modelling career!! It has marked a significant milestone for myself!!
It is difficult to choose a favourite part but my top three would be: The use of the FAN (it was a hot day - that fan was god 🤣), Playing with the mirror who the wonderful Kate Barinova held for me (Thankyou so much for doing that!!) And finally the water shots we got from spraying a screen - THAT was incredible!!!
I would love to work with you two again on future projects and honestly, thankyou again for having me in your studio and sharing this experience with myself. I hope our collaboration helped bring your vision more to life 🥰❤️
More photos from our work together will be added to my instagram (@darlenehoward6688) and Facebook.
We got some incredible shots. Be sure to check it out!! 😊
Olivia James
It’s definitely been a unique experience for me to work with Jelena Toome.
The studio has a really nice ambiance, and the photo session felt very relaxing. They made me feel comfortable throughout the entire photoshoot, which helped bring out my natural expressions. The professionalism and creativity—it made the whole experience unforgettable. Thank you.
Racheal Mal
Working with Jelena was an absolute dream from start to finish, as the entire process. Her detailed preparation, easy-to-follow instructions. Jelena is the ultimate professional, vibrant and positive energy who provided clear guidance on angles and positioning, ensuring we captured the best shots; in front of her lens , I felt incredibly beautiful, relaxed, and confident, which is clearly reflected in the final photos that trulybcaptures the essence of who I am.
Chiara
Jelena is are really great photographer and I love the fact she takes photo of emotions and feminity not just the model itself 🤍
I had really great time collaborating with Jelena, her professionalism and expertise made the entire photoshooting so smooth and enjoyable✨️
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her, she is really talented photographer 💯
Sarah Neilson-Bell
Working with Jelena was a dream! She has a heart for women and showing true feminine form in the most beautiful, candid way!
Marina Scerbakova
I’m someone who normally feels quite uncomfortable in front of the camera, but this photoshoot turned out to be a genuinely enjoyable experience — all thanks to the Lena’s incredible approach. She made me feel completely at ease from the moment we started, helping me relax, build confidence, and actually enjoy the process.
Her guidance with posing was spot-on — gentle, encouraging, and always professional. She struck the perfect balance between creative direction and letting me feel natural, which really helped shift my mindset and mood. What I expected to be a stressful session turned into something fun, uplifting, and even empowering.
I’m so grateful for her patience, energy, and talent — highly recommended if you want beautiful results and a positive experience behind the lens.
Julia Ozerska
So great pics of me, I’m so in love! Thank Elena for so amazing time on our photo session, I had so much fun and new experience!
Olga Babahina
Elena is real professional, she can help with hair , makeup , look ,photo shooting location and posing. I had one with her at November , in boudoir style with one more girl in Glasgow. And that was amazing experience. During photo session Elena make a complements that help me feel more relaxed and enjoy the shooting process. Sometimes I didn't know what to do , and Elena helped me with how to better set my hair , which pose should I take and what I should do with my hands(that’s my problem)
Emiliya Kolkutina
Thank you so much to Jelena
for coming to our home to photograph our family. Very pleased with the photos which will be our memories to treasure forever! I recommend Jelena to everyone who is looking for natural, live photos which are always the best ones.