Аrtist statement/CV

“Reinterpreting the Classics: A Dialogue of Light and Emotion”

My photography is an attempt to pause time and peer into the human soul through the prism of timeless narratives. I do not merely document an image; I strive to create a timeless portrait where light falls as softly as in Vermeer’s paintings, and the composition breathes with the harmony of the Renaissance.

For me, Fine Art is a bridge between the painting of the past and the contemporary visual language. I explore how a shadow can tell more than light, how a gesture of a hand can convey what words cannot express. In every photoshoot, I seek this dialogue—between the model and the viewer, between the classics and modernity.

For over a decade, I have been learning to see the world through the lens, but with a heart open to art. Travel gives me inspiration, and portrait photography allows me to materialize it. My awards and recognition are not just medals; they are proof that the viewer needs not just a picture, but a story told with soul

Personal Details

Name: Svetlana Korneliuk
Based in: Yekaterinburg, Russia
Specialization: Portrait and Fine Art Photography
Phone: +7 922 617-71-37
Email: skorneliuk@gmail.com
Website: skorneliuk.com
Portfolio: skorneliuk.com/en/portfolio

Education & Professional Development

2025 — “Renaissance” Workshop (Fine Art Photo School). Certificate of Completion.
2025 — Masterclass “Artistic Portrait” by Elina Garipova.
2025 — Masterclass on Complex Lighting by Daria Komarova.
2024 — “FINE ART PROCESSING” Course (Fine Art Photo School).
2023 — Professional Course in Fine Art Portrait, Pro Level.
2023 — “Shoot like Jan Vermeer” Workshop (Fine Art Photo School). Work selected in Top 10.
2022 — Adobe LightRoom and Adobe Photoshop Courses (Daria Bulavina).
2021 — “Light and Emotions” Author’s Course (Elena Shumilova).
2020 — “Secrets of Professional Retouching” Course (Evgeny Kartashov).

Professional Memberships

Association of Photographers “Eurasia”
International Club “Art Portrait” (ICAP)
IAAP — International Association of Art Photographers (Virtuoso IAAP)
FIAP — Fédération Internationale de l’Art Photographique

Awards & Achievements

2024-2025:
- IAAP Gold Medal, ART Life contest, Skopje, North Macedonia.
- IAAP Silver Medal, Stolen Moments contest, Birmenstorfer Fotoclub, Switzerland.
- Bronze Medal, Stories in frames “OUT OF CONCEPT” contest, Belgrade, Serbia.
- Acceptance in The 2025 IAAP Collection, London, United Kingdom.
- Honorable Mentions and STF Certificates of Merit at international contests, including Vision Unbounded, Taizhou, China.
35 Awards International Contest:
- Top 10 Photographers in Ekaterinburg (2023-2024).
- Top 150 Photographers in Russia (2023-2024).
- Top 35 in “Stylized Photography” category.
- Top 35 & Top 100 in “Daily Life” category.
- Top 100 in “Architecture” category.
- Top 200 in “Male Portrait” category.

Publications

Vogue Magazine
TOP Posters kids Magazine (NY)
Hollyway Magazine
Dehazed Magazine

Exhibitions

2024 — Participant in international exhibition projects.
2022 — Vernissage of the International Exhibition of Painting, Graphics, Sculpture, and Photography “REFLECTION”.

Professional Skills

Deep understanding of portrait photography techniques, composition, and lighting.
Mastery in Fine Art, children’s, family, and artistic portrait genres.
Ability to translate artistic concepts into photographs, inspired by classical and contemporary painting and cinema.
Continuous self-learning and skill improvement; proficiency in modern post-processing tools (Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom).

Artist Statement
I have been passionate about photography for over a decade. My journey began with a love for travel and landscapes, but I found my true calling in portrait and Fine Art photography. For me, this genre is a way to reflect the influence of great painters, directors, and photographers, creating not just images but artistic statements where emotion and the author’s vision transcend documentary accuracy. My constant pursuit of excellence and continuous self-development allows me to grow as a professional, creating works that resonate with viewers around the world.