I’m Karina, and I believe
the best photographs begin
with feeling comfortable
My photography journey didn’t start in a quiet studio — it started 10 years ago on loud basketball courts and American football fields.
I loved the energy of sports, but eventually, I took a break to work as a graphic designer for two years. While it was exactly what I needed to train my eye for visual structure, staring at a screen made me realize how much I missed real people and my camera. So, I quit the office life, shifted my focus to portraits, and stayed here for good.
Today, my approach is a mix of these two worlds. Sports taught me how to catch fast, unscripted emotions before they disappear, while design keeps my framing clean and aesthetic.
On my shoots, we keep things simple: no awkward, stiff posing. Just a comfortable space where you can be yourself, natural light, and photos that actually feel like you.
How I work
Inquiry & booking
You send your ideas, and we confirm the details and pricing. A 30% deposit secures your date on the calendar.
Planning the concept
We chat online to figure out the vibe, locations, and outfits. I listen to all your thoughts so we are on the same page.
Relaxed shoot day
We meet up, set up, and shoot for about 1.5 to 2 hours at a comfortable pace. I will guide you with posing and the entire process.
Selection & editing
I curate the best shots, do full color grading, and retouch around 70 photos to bring out the best in each frame.
Your online gallery
Within 5 to 7 days, you receive your full high-resolution photo collection in a clean private online gallery.
What I shoot with
