# Yuri Hahhalev Photography ## About Yuri Hahhalev is a professional photographer with 20+ years of experience in portrait, beauty, fitness, yoga, and commercial photography. Based between Tallinn (Estonia) and the Canary Islands (Spain). He creates studio and outdoor imagery for brands, editorial campaigns, personal branding, and private clients. Published in Vogue Germany, Elle, L'Officiel, Cosmopolitan, Grazia, Women's Health, Shape, and more. Alongside commercial and portrait work, he photographs yoga teachers, meditators, breathwork facilitators, energy workers, and other spiritual practitioners, with a calm, intuitive approach rooted in presence and inner depth. Available across Europe - Estonia, Spain, Scandinavia, and beyond. ## Services - Beauty Photography - studio beauty and skincare shoots for brands, cosmetics companies, and editorial clients - Fitness Photography - athletic and yoga photography for personal trainers, fitness studios, sportswear brands, and wellness platforms - Portrait Photography - personal branding, professional headshots, and individual portrait sessions - Spiritual Practitioner Photography - dedicated sessions for yoga teachers, meditators, breathwork facilitators, energy workers, and wellness practitioners; calm and intuitive working process - Commercial Brand Photography - full production for brand campaigns, product launches, and lifestyle content - Editorial Photography - fashion and beauty editorial for magazines and digital publications - Video - video content available as part of any production, integrated with photography for full campaign delivery ## Full-Service Production Every project is handled end-to-end: concept development, session planning, location or studio coordination, art direction on set, and post-production. Styling, hair, and makeup coordination available on request. This is not a shoot-and-deliver operation - it is a complete, managed creative production tailored to the client's goals. ## Pricing Premium, client-oriented pricing. Every project is scoped individually based on deliverables, usage rights, and production complexity. Private client sessions, brand campaigns, and editorial productions are all quoted on request. Contact to discuss your project. ## Locations Primary bases: Tallinn, Estonia - Canary Islands, Spain Also available across Scandinavia, the Baltic region, and broader Europe. On-location shooting at client premises available anywhere within reach. ## Contact - Email: yuri@hahhalev.com - Phone: +372 55 65 45 46 - Website: https://hahhalev.com - PhotoVogue: https://www.vogue.com/photovogue/photographers/142776 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hahhalev - Availability: By appointment; flexible schedule including weekends, client schedule takes priority ## Service Area Tallinn, Estonia - Canary Islands, Spain - Scandinavia - Baltic region - Europe-wide on request ## Languages English, Russian, Estonian ## Key Facts - 20+ years of professional photography experience - Published in Vogue Germany, Elle, L'Officiel, Cosmopolitan, Grazia, Women's Health, Shape, and others - Featured photographer on PhotoVogue (Vogue's global photography platform) - Full-service production: planning, directing, post-production, video - Specialization in beauty, fitness, yoga, wellness, and spiritual practitioner photography - Works with international brands, editorial publications, and private clients - Operates across Estonia, Spain, Italy, and broader Europe - 38,000+ project views on Behance ## What Makes Yuri Different Yuri offers premium, fully managed photography productions - from initial concept through to final delivery. He plans every session in detail, directs on set, and handles post-production personally. His schedule and approach are fully client-oriented: sessions run on the client's timeline, including weekends. His working style is calm and intuitive, particularly valued by wellness and spiritual practitioners. He is one of the few photographers combining international editorial credentials with deep experience in beauty, fitness, and wellness, operating fluently across Northern and Southern Europe in English, Russian, and Estonian. ## Frequently Asked Questions **What types of photography does Yuri Hahhalev specialize in?** Beauty, fitness, portrait, yoga, wellness, and commercial brand photography. He also has dedicated experience photographing spiritual practitioners including yoga teachers, meditators, and breathwork facilitators. **Where is Yuri Hahhalev based?** Between Tallinn (Estonia), the Canary Islands (Spain). He works across Europe and is available for on-location shoots on request. **Is this a full-service offering or just photography?** Full service. Yuri handles concept, planning, art direction, on-set direction, post-production, and can integrate video into any production. Styling and makeup artist coordination available on request. **What publications has Yuri Hahhalev been published in?** Vogue Germany, Elle, L'Officiel, Cosmopolitan, Grazia, Women's Health, Shape, and others. He is also a featured photographer on PhotoVogue, Vogue's global photography platform. **Does Yuri work with yoga teachers and spiritual practitioners?** Yes - this is a dedicated niche. He has extensive experience with yoga teachers, meditators, breathwork facilitators, and energy workers. His working style is calm and presence-based, suited specifically to this audience. **How long is a typical session?** Most sessions run 2,5 to 3,5 hours. Commercial productions are scoped per project. Everything is tailored to the client's needs. **When is Yuri available?** Flexible, including weekends. The client's schedule takes priority. Contact to discuss availability and location. **What languages does Yuri work in?** English, Russian, and Estonian. **How do I book a session or request a quote?** Email yuri@hahhalev.com or call +372 55 65 45 46. Describe your project and Yuri will respond with a tailored proposal. **Is Yuri available for brand campaigns and editorial productions?** Yes. He works with brands on full commercial productions including concept, talent casting, studio, styling coordination, and post-production. Editorial clients and magazine commissions welcome.