My name is Olya, and although I’m based in Calgary, Alberta, I offer my services all around Canada. I'm also very excited to be a part of some projects in the USA this year, which brings me closer to my goal of booking more international destinations and capturing love all over the world.
I’m inspired by people and their stories, long walks and deep conversations, road trips through the mountains and cities at night. I’m a hopeless romantic, crazy adventurer, rock-n-roll on vinyl and a little bit of art and cinema nerd. I write poems and sing very loud in the car, I believe that the best camera is the one you have with you but I often forget to take pictures of my favourite moments because I prefer to live in them.
I'm forever grateful and consider it the biggest privilege to be able to capture and show other people’s love through my eyes.
I’ve been shooting weddings, love stories and portraits for the last five years. Inspiration for my style and colours mostly comes from but is not limited to renaissance paintings, high fashion and arthouse cinema.
When it comes to your wedding, I’m there not only to capture real moments, but also to create "ART" portraits. I’m always helping you with poses without making you feel fake and uncomfortable. I will guide you throughout the process considering the range of emotions you have on your big day. I believe that every couple has a unique chemistry, and I’m here to notice it and capture it in a timeless, nostalgic and sentimental way for you to cherish these memories forever 🖤
How do I work:
I’m always happy when you already have an idea and concept of your dream shoot with prepared outfits and make up artist and I’ll be there for you to capture everything in the best way and I will help you with poses.
But most of the time I shoot people who never had this experience before and don’t even know what kind of outfit they want to wear. Don’t worry at all! I’m so happy to help you to find the best idea, outfits and will make sure you feel comfortable during the photoshoot.
Getting ready for photoshoot most of the time includes:
-Discussion about date and time
-Pinterest mood board with ideas for the shoot and outfits
-Make up artist suggestions
-Studio/location suggestions
After photoshoot you will send me your email and receive edited pictures of my choice within 2 weeks. If you wish to pick those pictures by yourself let me know before photoshoot.
Important:
I take 50% non-refundable deposit to complete booking. The rest of the payment should be sent the day of the shoot.
I don’t send raw (unedited) pictures at any conditions.
I don’t do deep skin retouching and body changes in photoshop. If you wish to get so please let me know in details and we can discuss the additional price for that service or I will recommend you retouchers I trust.
I don’t shoot boudoir/topless/bottomless etc. If you were thinking of getting those kind of pictures please let me know when we are in a process of planning. In the worst case scenario I have all the rights to stop our shoot.
Please let me know if you're planning to bring your close ones to the shoot (mom, boyfriend, friend…). I have nothing against that but there are times when working space doesn’t allow to have more than two people.
I’m more than happy to drive to any location (mountains/lakes etc.) for your photoshoot, but travel rates are not included in the packages.