Hi, I'm Valeria -
your personal branding photographer based in the North East. Originally from Ukraine, I’m curious by nature and passionate about discovering people, stories, places and ideas.
My photography journey began over a decade ago, creating imagery for widely used digital libraries. That experience helped refine my eye for detail, kept me in tune with visual trends and taught me what makes an image not just good – but truly compelling.
Today, I work with small and mid-sized businesses to create brand photography that’s full of personality and purpose. Whether you’re launching something new or refreshing your visual identity, I’m here to help you tell your story with clarity and character.
Let’s create something brilliant – and enjoy the process along the way.
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Hi, I'm Valeria -
your personal branding photographer based in the North East. Originally from Ukraine, I’m curious by nature and passionate about discovering people, stories, places and ideas.
My photography journey began over a decade ago, creating imagery for widely used digital libraries. That experience helped refine my eye for detail, kept me in tune with visual trends and taught me what makes an image not just good – but truly compelling.
Today, I work with small and mid-sized businesses to create brand photography that’s full of personality and purpose. Whether you’re launching something new or refreshing your visual identity, I’m here to help you tell your story with clarity and character.
Let’s create something brilliant – and enjoy the process along the way.
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THROUGH MY LENS: YOGA AS A VISUAL LANGUAGE OF PRESENCE AND INTENTION
Photographing Ukrainian Federation of Yoga (UFY) events……. https://www.in.yoga/en/ Peace, unity, clarity. Humanity, presence, spontaneity. Humour, unpredictability, connection. Care, trust, guidance. That’s what unfolds…
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No Bear Left Behind 🐻
Corbridge Midsummer Night is almost here — 18 June.
Among the music, food, stalls and summer atmosphere, there will also be a Teddy A&E run by @myohmy_toys. The teddy doctor will be on hand for any bear-related emergencies.
I`ll be there with my camera too.
See you there. Come and say hello.
And don`t forget to bring any soft toys in need of a little care and attention. 🧸
📷 Photo from Corbridge Midsummer Night 2025
#corbridge #midsummernight #toyrestoration #myohmytoys #eventphotography
A charity walk. Thousands of steps. Countless reasons. 💜
@kidney_research_uk
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, 7 June 2026
#kidneyresearchuk #bridgeswalk
#newcastleupontyne #streetphotographyuk
Derwent Reservoir. 🌊
Water, wind, courage, and character.
📍@derwentreservoirsailingclub
⛵ @_blue__spirit
🤸 @projects4change_uk
📸 @_valeria.photography
#documentaryphotography #derwentreservoir
#storytellingphotography #brandingphotography
Between shore and horizon.
Every month is a character. Rob Richardson 🌊📷🛥️
📍@derwentreservoirsailingclub
📸 @_valeria.photography
#derwentreservoir #documentaryphotography #peopleandplaces #brandingphotography
Behind every good day on the water, there`s usually someone quietly making it possible. 🌊
A few moments from Derwent Reservoir Sailing Club not just of the activities, but of the people creating the confidence, encouragement and support behind them.
⛵@_blue__spirit
🤸 @projects4change_uk
📍@derwentreservoirsailingclub
📸@_valeria.photography
#peopleandplaces #documentaryphotography #northeastphotographer
A good start to June.
More confident. More adventurous. More at ease with the world. 🌊
⛵ @_blue__spirit
🤸 @projects4change_uk
📍@derwentreservoirsailingclub
📸 @_valeria.photography
#derwentreservoir #documentaryphotography #peopleandplaces #brandingphotography
A day spent around people discovering what they`re capable of. 🌊
⛵ @_blue__spirit
🤸 @projects4change_uk
📍@derwentreservoirsailingclub
📸 @_valeria.photography
#derwentreservoir #documentaryphotography #peopleandplaces #brandingphotography
Between Chapters 🎓
Graduation days carry a quiet sense of arrival— years of work, new paths opening, and a moment worth remembering.
If you`d like thoughtful portraits to mark your graduation day, I`d be delighted to help.
Durham, 2024
#durham #durhamuniversity #durhamuni
#graduationportrait #durhamgraduation
@thisisdurham @durhamuniversity @du_lib
@dubusschool @dubusiness.society @eastdurhambusinessmagazine @duwibwomen
@visitdurham
North East Expo Spring 2026 -
a good reminder that photography doesn`t really end once the images are delivered.
It was lovely seeing Richard from @riggarepairsltd using my photographs across his display, spotting my business cards along the way, and chatting with Layla while Richard was off polishing his public speaking 😉
Events like this are always a good mix of conversations, ideas, and meeting people properly - not only hearing about what others are building, but sharing a little more about my own business too.
Hopefully one day I`ll spot my own display there as well. 🤗
#northeastexpo #creativebusiness #brandphotography #eventphotography #peoplebehindthebrand
Market day at Bradley Gardens.
25 April 2026
📍@bradleygardens
📸 @_valeria.photography
#bradleygardens #marketday #northumberland #documentaryphotography #northeastphotographer
Fantastic day at North East Expo yesterday.
Thank you for the conversations, support, and enthusiasm - lovely to meet so many people along the way.
Came home with plenty of ideas, both for my own business and for some of the people around me.
Hopefully our paths cross again soon.
@nechamberuk
@riggarepairsltd
@jellyfish.energy
@biggerscene_
equipped
keyivr
loveamelia
ETC
…and many more throughout the day.
Newcastle Racecourse — North East Expo Spring 2026
#northeastexpo #northeastbusiness #brandphotography #eventphotography #peoplebehindthebrand
Every month, a character.
Not always a person.
Sometimes, a form that feels like one.
5 May, 2026
#documentaryphotography #fineartphotography #blackandwhitephotography #northeastphotographer #visualpoetry
