My photography journey began when I was just 14 years old in Kazakhstan, and by the time I was 16, I was the official photographer for my village school in Russia. I vividly remember the days spent in my makeshift darkroom, which was essentially a converted bathroom that my dad helped me set up. It was there that I developed all the portraits for my school, honing my skills in the art of photography.

Later, I pursued my passion by attending art schools in Moscow, St. Petersburg, and even Paris, where I graduated as a painter. Little did I know then that this background would become the foundation for what I do now - "painting" with light through photography.

In 2002, my family embarked on a significant journey, relocating to California. In 2004, I took the leap into full-time photography, infusing all the European style and creativity I had gathered over the years into my work. Since that pivotal moment, I've had the privilege of capturing over 500 weddings and meeting some of the most incredible people along the way. Each wedding is a canvas for me to paint with light, and I couldn't be more grateful for the beautiful moments I've been entrusted to capture.