mari rikardo20250927 007
boiarina photographer finland

How did I end up behind the camera?

I’ve loved drawing since I was a child, always finding beauty in ordinary moments. I was fascinated by the way light and shadow could shape mood and atmosphere. Over time, photography became a natural way for me to express the way I see the world.

My artistic EDUCATION began in art school and later continued at university, where I studied art, composition and visual storytelling. This shaped the way I see and approach every image today.

I have always been especially drawn to NATURAL LIGHT.
I love how it changes the mood of a scene without forcing anything, helping moments feel real and unposed. While I work in different environments, I am often guided by natural surroundings and outdoor spaces.

In my work, I combine a modern visual approach with a timeless sense of light, composition and moments. I want my photographs to feel natural now — and still matter years from now.

Over the past 13 YEARS, I have worked with couples and families from different countries, documenting important moments in their lives. I deeply value the trust people place in me.

Originally from Ukraine, I now live and work in Finland, working with people from different cultures and photographing their stories wherever life takes them.

I would be honoured to tell a part of your story.

EMOTION. LIGHT. STORY.

Let’s talk about your story