We were lucky to catch up with Maryna Korolova recently and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Maryna , thanks for joining us today. When did you first know you wanted to pursue a creative/artistic path professionally?

I guess I was never into regular job so first I decided to be a teacher of English when I lived in my country. I used a lot of creativity to prepare for lessons . I actually loved it, working with kids and adults who wanted to learn to speak English was both challenging and creative. When I turned 30 I moved to states and very soon started my own family and business. I had a partner who I opened a pole dance studio with in Springfield. I loved it since I was always into sport! Moreover it required a lot of creativity to plan classes and teach some choreography. Soon after I had my first baby and I realized I can’t have this much time at the studio anymore and sold it to my partner. We agreed I would teach once a week . However, something was missing . I loved being with my baby and I loved watching her growing and changing but I really wanted to frieze the moment. So a bit later I got my first camera and started taking different photography classes, marathons and such. Before I had my second baby was knew that I want to be a photographer and started having my first photoshoots ❤️

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

So, this was a story how I started photography. However , I needed to know what kind of artist I want to be, what kind of art I want to create . So, I studied , I followed my photographers to be inspired and I but later I discovered for myself that I want to be 1. Lifestyle photographer for families2, portrait and creative photographer who seeks something unique and special. I truly and honestly fall in love with every person who I see through my lenses. Somehow miraculously they become very special to me, I see the beauty in the moves, tenderness in their eyes, sunshine in their smiles. Camera is like my special tool that helps me see people better. I do want to notice and want to show other people what I see through my photos. Other thing that I like about photography is that it helps me meet more wonderful people ! I am also thrilled by the idea of creating smth that can last for years or hopefully forever

Is there a particular goal or mission driving your creative journey?

I felt like I was never enough talented to create something special but when I found myself in photography I feel like I can do it , I feel like one day I will create something unique and beautiful.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

I want to teach my kids that what anyone tells them they are sho they imagine and want them to be. Sometimes you need to take a long road to discover wonderful things about yourself. I want to teach them to never stop learning and be open to new things in their life

Contact Info:

• Instagram: Marynakphotography, marinapollerinamk
• Facebook: Koroleva Maryna