I'm a twenty-seven year old woman from Russia with Jewish heritage. I've been living in the United States for about five years now and have found it to be quite liberating in terms of self-expression. I used to work as an accountant but after getting tired of staring at spreadsheets all day, I decided to pursue my true passion - photography. Now I run a successful studio where I specialize in capturing beauty through the lens of my camera. When not working, you can find me hiking in nature or trying out new recipes in the kitchen.

Growing up in Russia was quite different from here though it has given me a unique perspective on life. With the strict societal norms and expectations to conform, I learned how to be fiercely independent and creative within the constraints of my environment. It taught me that true beauty lies not only in physical appearance but also in individuality and self-expression.

I have had some interesting experiences in my past though one of them that stands out the most is when I won a local photo contest with a shot of an abandoned forest near Lake Baikal - it felt surreal to see your work recognized by others. That's why I now focus on capturing these hidden gems of nature through photography and hope to continue inspiring people through this art form.

I've also had some experiences as an artist that have allowed me to push boundaries creatively while developing my skills as a photographer - such as taking part in experimental film projects or experimenting with different techniques like macrophotography. What do you think?