Anastasiya Shtanakova

Portrait Photographer

About the Author

I find immense joy in connecting with people and capturing their essence through my unique perspective and camera lens. Primarily a portrait photographer, my portfolio is rich with images of individuals, each telling their own story. Beyond the camera, my passion extends to meeting a diverse range of people, learning about their interests and narratives, and bringing those stories to life in my post-production work.

My Areas of Expertise

  • Portrait Photography
  • Image Editing
  • Storytelling
  • Creative Vision

Author's publications:

Ten Photography Tips<br>for Beginners

May 16 2023

Ten Photography Tips for Beginners

Digital photography is a lot of fun and it has made photography accessible to many. In this article, we have collected the best photography tips for beginners.

5 Secrets to Travel Photography Only Travel Photographers Know

May 16 2023

5 Secrets to Travel Photography Only Travel Photographers Know

Looking for some travel photography ideas and tips to improve your skills? Then this article is exactly what you need! Five photographers share their best travel photography tips.

Full Guide to Working with Different Photo Sizes

May 12 2023

Full Guide to Working with Different Photo Sizes

Want to know more about different sizes of photos? Then be sure to read this article to the end! We provide a complete list of common photo sizes – with insights on how to choose, where to post, why to convert, and in which software to resize.

How to Use a Handheld Light Meter

April 17 2023

How to Use a Handheld Light Meter

If you've never used a handheld light meter to dial in your exposure settings, you don't know what you're missing. Here's what it is and how to use it. Our experts have prepared an excellent comprehensive guide on where is the light meter on a camera and why you should not be afraid to work with it.

High Key Lighting: Ideas And Editing Tips

April 17 2023

High Key Lighting: Ideas And Editing Tips

One of the best things aboutshooting in a studio is having full control over the lighting. However, it’s not always easy to configure your setup for the effects you want to create. In this tutorial, we'll explore creating and using a high key lighting setup.

What is Sepia Tone Photography? Definition and Tips

February 15 2023

What is Sepia Tone Photography? Definition and Tips

You were paying attention to the images with the soft reddish-brown shades that look like archival vintage photographs. And it's unclear when the photo was taken. Today we're going to talk about what is sepia in photography and talk about how a photographer can use this effect.

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