I thought it would be cool to share from time to time some images of my photography work in this blog, showcasing some fashion stories I am working on. Here is a shoot I did with Victoria Khanlari, owner of Khanlari Cosmetics, during an afternoon at the University of Toronto campus in Toronto, Canada.
Today I released my first composition. Saharetni (She Put a Spell on Me) is out on all music platforms.
As a photographer and musician, I am in love with mixing ethnic elements from different cultures and exploring ancient places. These are themes that come back again and again in my work, and today I’m happy to share a little experiment with the talented model and dancer Tetiana Tesliuk in Egypt. This is the first in a series of photos showcasing Ukrainian artists in traditional outfits at landmarks around the world, during my travels this year.
My 8-month stay in Egypt comes to an end in 10 days. I suddenly realized I’ve been on the road - technically with no home - for almost four years. The goal was not to become a perpetual traveler, but to take the time to experience cultures that call to me, to go on a creative pilgrimage and stay at different places around the world long enough to make them feel like home.
My favorite author, Carl Sagan, once wrote an essay called ‘Dreams are maps’, where he talked about how visions can become reality, create purpose, and inspire next generations.
Yesterday I got a new metal drum. It has been on my to-have-done list since I came to Cairo. I resisted it. I am not a collector.
Today it’s been a month since we arrived in Siem Reap, Cambodia, and we are starting our second month here. What was supposed to be a 10-day temple hopping adventure has transformed into a full exploration of music, dance, and mythology of the fascinating Khmer culture.