Originally from Ukraine, I moved to the U.S. more than nine years ago and built my life and career here from the ground up.
Photography had been part of my life long before that. I picked up my first camera at 14, and after moving to the U.S., what had always been a creative passion slowly became my career. Eventually, I found my way to weddings, and something about them immediately felt right: the people, the energy, and so many meaningful moments happening in one place.
Today, as a Los Angeles wedding photographer, I’m drawn to images that feel honest and full of personality. The beauty matters, of course, but so do the movement, the unexpected moments, and everything that makes a wedding feel unmistakably yours.
My approach is relaxed and intuitive. I’ll step in with direction when it makes the photograph better, and disappear into the background when the moment is already perfect on its own.
When you book me, you’re working with me from beginning to end. I’ll get to know you, help you plan, photograph your wedding personally, and carefully edit your final gallery.
More than anything, I want you to be fully present on your wedding day and leave with photographs that bring you right back to how it felt.
With love,
Kind words from
Anastasia & Sam
"Slava captured my elopement exactly the way I imagined it, and the photos came out like magic.”
My Approach
Your wedding should feel like your wedding, not a photoshoot.
I photograph with a documentary eye, paying attention to the moments unfolding naturally around me, while knowing when a little direction can make all the difference.
During portraits, I’ll guide you into beautiful light, give you something to do, and help you feel comfortable without forcing you into stiff poses. During the rest of the day, I step back, observe, and let things happen.
I’ll organize family photos, keep portraits moving, notice the people and moments you may not see yourself, and know when to put the camera down for a second and simply let a moment breathe.
Guidance when you need it. Space when you don’t.
The result is a gallery that feels polished and intentional, but still completely like you.
WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK TOGETHER
BEFORE
We plan. Two consultations, timeline guidance, priorities, family combinations, locations, light, everything I need to understand your day
DURING
I’ll direct when you need me and step back when you don’t. You get to be present while I pay attention to everything happening around you.
AFTER
Sneak peeks arrive within three days, followed by your complete hand-edited gallery within four weeks
Beyond the camera
9+
years calling the U.S. home
Aquarius
if that explains anything ♒︎
3
languages I speak
Brie
my very fluffy, very opinionated cat
If my approach feels like what you’ve been looking for, I’d love to hear what you’re planning.
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