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14 MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 74MOSTMAGAZINEInterviewExclusive YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY IS KNOWN FOR ITS DREAMLIKE, ETHEREAL QUALITY. HOW DO YOU TRANSLATE EMOTIONS AND STORIES INTO VISUAL ART?As people, we experience a wide range of emotions daily and navigate different stages of life. Every emotion I feel, I write down in my notebook, slowly connecting concepts that resonate with me. Sometimes a prop reminds me of an exact emotion; other times, it%u2019s a model, a word, or a location that sparks inspiration.I spend a lot of time scouting locations that fit my concepts. I am a perfectionist and strive to ensure that every element comes together seamlessly to tell the final story. WHAT FIRST DREW YOU TO PHOTOGRAPHY, AND WHEN DID YOU REALIZE IT WAS YOUR TRUE PASSION?I have always loved taking photos, but I never imagined I would be the one behind the camera, doing this as a career. Back in 2013, I was scrolling the internet and discovered the Flickr website. At the time, it was a hub for all the famous photographers. I was mesmerized by the visual storytelling and artistic use of props%u2014how they could be both powerful and poetic.That discovery made me want to create something similar. I started by photographing family and friends and later reached out to models. It was challenging, but my desire to create was stronger than any fear. YOUR COMPOSITIONS OFTEN FEATURE ELABORATE COSTUMES AND BREATHTAKING LANDSCAPES. HOW DO YOU PLAN AND EXECUTE SUCH VISUALLY STRIKING SCENES?I keep a special notebook and folder where I collect images of inspiring locations I come across daily or while traveling. When developing a concept, I carefully match the location to the idea, as not every setting suits every story.At the beginning of my journey, I sometimes struggled to align locations with concepts, but those experiences taught me to have greater control over this part of the creative process.MANY OF YOUR IMAGES FEEL LIKE THEY BELONG IN A FAIRYTALE. WHERE DO YOU DRAW INSPIRATION FROM WHEN CRAFTING THESE SURREAL CONCEPTS?My inspiration comes mainly from nature, people, and life itself. Nature offers incredible elements that can be woven into art to create a fairytale-like atmosphere.Each season has something unique to offer. Spring and autumn, in particular, are my favorite times to create%u2014those seasons bring a burst of energy and fresh ideas.14 MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 74