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Concrete Wall

About Me

Originally from Russia, I now live in Denver, Colorado.

 

In 2020 I graduated from the University of Colorado Denver with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture degree.

 

Ever since I was little, I wanted to master every medium of art I could. I have a background in drawing, painting, ceramics, and more. I picked up a camera about 4 years ago and fell in love with capturing the world around me with a new medium.

 

I try to understand this world with a deep, empathetic, and intellectual perspective. I want to see beyond the layer of masks this world puts on every day and it is my goal to express what I see through my art. I am an analytical thinker and I thrive in a collaborative setting. I believe that by working together, we can make the world a better place.

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My approach

Photography is the avenue I have chosen to use my skills as a creative in order to serve my community. My subject matter is often broad and varies between commercial (branding, headshots, couples, seniors, events) and creative (concert, personal narrative, content) photography. What brings these niches together is my approach. I strive for authenticity and comfort for my clients. Above all, my goal is to reflect my clients' inner and outer beauty in a natural and authentic way, while creating a deeper connection to themselves and the project.

 

I know that photoshoots can be awkward and intimidating. I am told my calm and comforting presence alleviates this phenomenon creating an atmosphere in which the client is able to be themselves, while I capture their authenticity. I gently guide my clients in every session but never impose awkward and uncomfortable poses. 

My education in Architecture adds a level of thoroughness and organization to all my projects, allowing them to flow smoothly. I guide each client through the process step by step, informing them of what they can expect ahead, so there's no guessing what we do next.

 

I have developed a distinct editing style featuring clean and vibrant colors keeping a natural aesthetic. Throughout delivered galleries, I add a few creative edits to highlight a specific shot and its emotion, creating the sense of memory and nostalgia of the moment and adding a cinematic element to romanticize our humanity.

Mariya Ilyina

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