ABOUT me

Hi! I'm Galiya.

 

A 27 years old Photographer based in Shanghai.

I’ve been living in China for two years - first in Beijing, and now in Shanghai, a city I’ve completely fallen in love with. There’s something magical about its rhythm, its energy, its hidden corners. And I love capturing not just my own experience here, but also the moments and stories of others who call this city home, even for a short while.

 

I specialize in black and white, cinematic-style pictures that bring out raw emotions and timeless beauty. My passion is to bring happiness to people, capture love, and create cherished memories that last a lifetime.

Beyond photography, I’m just someone who enjoys a good cup of americano, dances bachata, and enjoys exploring the little moments that make life special.

My editing style

My editing style focuses on black and white portraits,  film-inspired color grading with a cinematic touch

facts about me

  • Food-holic with a minor coffee addition
  • Mother of 2 cameras - maybe there is another on the way 
  • I love TV shows and films like HIMYM, Harry Potter, Dune, The Lord of the Rings, Pride and Prejudice, Dead Poets Society, Fallout, Blade Runner, What Dreams May Come
  • I’ve rewatched Dune (Parts 1 & 2) more than nine times
  • speak English, Russian, and Kazakh, and have a basic level of Chinese
  • dance bachata
  • have a youtube channel
  • love capybaras

wechat: @gnurkenova

galiya1408@gmail.com