"I have hired Marlena for several product photography campaigns and she has done great, I highly recommend her."
- Mario Romano, Architect, Designer & Founder of M.R. Walls
“Marlena has an excellent eye and detailed oriented. I highly recommend hiring her for any interior or exterior session, as she adds value and prestige to her images.”
-Anthony Jenkinson, SVP / GM - Southern California Pivot Interiors
“Marlena is very passionate and has a keen eye for creating professional images. It’s fun to be on set with her because she is easy to get along with and good at directing.”
- Nichole Jones, Casted Model for the M.R. Walls - Mario Romano Spring 2021 Studio Session.
“Marlena was a dream to work with. Understood the brief well and exceeded expectations with the photos we needed with speedy delivery of the images. Excited for the next project we get to work on together.”
-Chris Go, Marketing Director of Global Leadership Community YPO
Brilliant professional photographer. Highly recommended!!!!”
- Nathan Appel, Professional Editorial Photographer
“I’ve worked with Marlena on several events and I would hire her again. She is very thorough, she is dedicated to her vision as well as yours, and easy to work with. A true professional.”
- Tonya Kay, Founder of Pin-Up Pole Show.
“Marlena is an incredibly talented and creative photographer and artist. Marlena captures her subjects in a way that steps out beyond static perception to bring forth the essence desired by her clients. Her dedication to craft along with her collaborative nature ensures that clients will have the same experience I have had with Marlena Elise Photography. I offer my highest recommendation.” - Tony Capparelli, Professor of Illustration, Fashion Institute of Technology, New York City.
“Marlena works very hard. She has a great eye for photography and can create special moments. I would hire her for any upcoming events and portraits. She has a great personality and can communicate with a wide range of personalities.”
- Joe Chavez, Retoucher at Forever 21
"Marlena has been an integral part to the success of the #WorthyWomen series. She has always been extremely reliable, on time, and professional. Her photos have helped capture the essence of our events to aid us in selling sponsorship, raising attendance, and create community among the women attending. By exclusively using her as our photographer we have created a style & brand consistency that has helped us grow quickly in a very short amount of time. We couldn't have asked for a better partner in success. "
- Audrey Bellis; Founder of Worthy Women & Startup DTLA
“I've hired Marlena to shoot my jewelry look book as well as some other branding materials and have been extremely pleased with the results. She gave me exactly the images I asked for. I feel her images have been a valuable asset to my brand and companyAnkh By Racquel Jewelry.”
- Racquel Honre; Actor & Designer
“Marlena McClain is a creative spirit who really drives that into her photography. Not only is she technically trained in composing the perfect image, she also has a natural ability to capture the moment, whether it's at a glamorous fashion set, elaborate event, or community outreach site. She cares for her subjects and it is truly displayed in her work.”
- Victor Lim; Manager (Graphic Design Team) at Coach