About me
If people could see themselves through my eyes,
the world would be filled with more smiles.
I create elegant, emotionally resonant images while making people feel relaxed, confident, and fully present in front of the camera. For me, photography is not only about the final image, but also about the experience itself — the atmosphere, the connection, and the way a person feels during and after the shoot.
What matters most to me is helping people open up in front of the camera. I know how to create an easy, positive atmosphere, read a person quickly, and help them feel comfortable enough to show something real. That is often the difference between a technically good photograph and an image that actually means something to the person who keeps it.
I deeply love different types of visual aesthetic. I’m fascinated by how light transforms reality, bringing beauty, shape, and meaning into it. I feel space and rhythm, and I work both in the studio and outdoors, always looking for unexpected solutions.
Job experience:
My cruise photography experience lasted around nine months and included work across two ships. My main focus was premium studio photography.
- Photographer. Imagine Studio Artist — Ocean Images (UK), TUI — Marella Explorer
- Photographer. Videographer — Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines — Black Watch
- Director. Art director. Creative producer — STROKA art-group
Editing skills
I value a natural look, so retouching is not necessary for every photograph.
However, people sometimes become especially focused on details that concern them, such as temporary skin imperfections.
In some cases, subtle editing helps them feel more comfortable and confident in the final image.
Before / After examples
Sales-aware guest handling
Creating a strong image is only part of the job.
Сommunicating its value is just as important.
On average, I handled around 18–20 studio sessions per 7-day cruise, with up to 10–12 sessions on Formal Night evenings. I consistently delivered solid sales results and achieved my personal goals in around 95% of cruises. On a 7-day cruise, my performance reached up to £2,000 in sales value and around 40% of total team sales generated.
What makes my
approach different
Alongside photography, I work as a director, art director, and creative producer.
This gives me a broader visual language and a deeper understanding of space, rhythm, composition, atmosphere, and emotional direction. I do not only look for a flattering angle — I look for presence, character, inner rhythm, and the visual tension that makes an image feel alive.
I spent years working as a professional dancer and performer.
My performance background taught me to understand body language, movement, stage presence, gesture, and emotional expression on a much deeper level. While working on board, I also performed a solo number in a crew show.
I received formal theatre education from the Saint Petersburg State Theatre Arts Academy.
My theatre education gave me a strong foundation in communication, a deep understanding of character and emotion, and a natural confidence in working with people. It strengthened my presence, sharpened my attention to detail, and taught me how to speak clearly, listen carefully, and notice the subtle nuances that shape a person’s expression.
As a director, I work in various genres.
I enliven spaces, immerse guests in an unusual atmosphere and surprise them by creating theater and shows in non-theatrical locations.
Over three years of work, I have produced more than 20 original productions.
They involve large-scale multimedia productions and collaboration with digital specialists, decorators, costume designers, professional dancers, circus artists, actors, puppeteers, and musicians.