Photography became part of her dream early on, inspired by her father’s old National Geographic magazines. The portraits of distant lives and cultures sparked a desire to explore the world with a camera. But rather than traveling far, Helle turned inward—photographing her own life, her family and friends, and the wild beauty of her backyard. Her work is rooted in a deep sense of presence, emotional exploration, and a longing to understand something about herself through what she photographs. Sometimes you don’t have words to begin with, but create images driven by your inner state, and the words come later.

Nature is central to her work—not just as a backdrop, but as a space of peace, joy, and healing. Many of her images are captured during hikes, boat trips, or quiet moments outside, where people move freely, breathe deeply, and reconnect. Her themes often emerge from personal questions or challenges, with photography becoming a way to explore, decode and transform.

Her process is almost documentary, but with an artistic and emotional driven eye. She always carries her camera, ready to capture a passing moment, a subtle gesture, or the changing light. Sometimes she adjusts a scene—asking someone to move slightly or change position—but the essence is already there, waiting to be seen.

Now that her children are older, her work expands through travel and adventure, but her foundation remains: an honest, poetic exploration of light, life, and the landscapes of both nature and the self.