I’m Elena - photographer, filmmaker, designer and Reiki practitioner based in Tenerife, working worldwide.
I create soulful photography and films for retreats, conscious brands, ceremonies, festivals, artists and earth-connected humans.
My work is rooted in presence, ritual and deep listening. I’m interested in the stories that live beneath the surface - the atmosphere, the emotion, the quiet details, the relationship between people, land and memory.
For me, photography is not only about documenting what something looked like. It is about capturing what it felt like.
My photography and films are grounded in presence.
They are an offering to the land, to memory, to emotion.
Whether I’m documenting the quiet beauty of a retreat, the rawness of a volcanic coastline, the intimacy of a ceremony, or the story of a changemaker, I aim to create images that feel honest, alive and deeply connected.
My creative path is deeply intertwined with my healing journey.
I am a Reiki practitioner and student of shamanic wisdom, walking a path of remembrance guided by indigenous traditions, and the rhythms of the natural world. Here you can find my practice called Seynekun Shamanic Reiki
My time learning from indigenous communities in Colombia, including the Arhuaco people of the Sierra Nevada and communities of the Colombian Amazon, has taught me to listen more deeply - to the land, to silence, and to the space between words.
I am forever grateful to Mamo Mey Jabin, his family and Busintana, my home.
My work is a spiritual storytelling practice. It honours truth, intimacy, and slowness. A rhythm of remembrance. A vision guided by the moon, rooted in the Earth, and born from love.
I specialise in:
- Retreat and ceremony documentation
- Festivals and conscious events
- Nature-based brand stories
- Activist projects and conscious movements
- Soulful portraits and sacred embodiment photography
- Travel, land and cultural storytelling
Whether you're a retreat facilitator, a conscious brand, or simply someone with a story worth telling — let’s co-create something meaningful.
Alongside my work as a photographer and filmmaker, I am also the founder and creative director of Studio Elma — a visual studio where strategy meets soul. With over 12 years of experience in design and branding, I help conscious businesses craft visual identities that feel aligned, intentional, and alive.
My background in art direction enriches the way I approach every visual story — blending aesthetics with meaning, and intuition with clarity.
Contact Information
Feel free to reach out to me using any of the methods below. I'll get back to you as soon as possible to discuss how we can work on exciting projects together. Looking forward to connecting!
hello@studioelma.com
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Testimonials
Christopher
Castañeda Beloqui
CEO AT CANARIA MINDFUL TRAVEL
Working with Elena on this project was a deeply enriching experience. From the very beginning, she approached the collaboration with sensitivity, clarity, and true commitment to understanding our vision.
The photos and videos she created didn’t just meet our expectations, they exceeded them. They captured the atmosphere, the emotion, the heart of what we do. It felt like she had translated the soul of our project into images.
Elena’s creative process is thoughtful and intuitive. She listens, observes, and then creates from a place of deep presence. Her artistic direction was a very appreciated talent and helped me transmit a more sensitive view to all the takes & shots. She also has a rare ability to connect with and read, not only the people she photographs, but also the energy of the space, the landscape, the natural surroundings. That sensitivity allowed her to create visuals that truly reflect the spirit of our work.
She also brought great clarity and structure to the collaboration. From how she presented her proposal —concise, focused, and (...)
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Testimonials
Debora
Antonicchio
DOC. NUTRITIONIST, BIORESONACE, AROMATHERAPY
I had the pleasure of working with Elena, a truly special photographer. What struck me right away was her cheerfulness, the joy and determination she puts into every shot: she transmits a positive energy that immediately puts you at ease.
At the beginning of the shooting I confessed to her that I felt a little uncomfortable in front of the lens, but thanks to her spontaneity and sweetness, everything happened naturally, between smiles and lightness.
The final result? Simply wonderful. Her photos reflect my being, in a fresh, natural and clear way, and this has immense value for me. Elena managed to capture my essence with a clean and authentic style.
I remember the whole experience with pleasure, but in particular I was struck by how she managed to combine professionalism and authenticity, making every (...)
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My clients
Canaria Mindful Travel
Encuentro Internacional
de Saberes Feminino
Halaken Festival
Amnesty International
El Ciudadano
Politcal Critique
Let's document
your story
Whether you're hosting a retreat, launching a soul-led brand, or simply wish to honour a moment in time — I’m here to witness it with care.
Through film and photography, I’ll help you create a visual legacy that feels grounded, intimate, and true to you. Let’s co-create something meaningful.