Silhouette of someone sitting under a tree in a peaceful countryside setting.
Aerial view of Orthodox church interior showing ornate iconostasis and gathered congregation.

Family memories

 

Family shoots are all about preserving precious moments with loved ones. Whether it’s a family portrait or celebrating a special occasion, I treasure these sessions as they capture memories that will be cherished for generations.

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Life Together in the Carpathians

High in the Ukrainian Carpathians, this couple has shared a lifetime of love, work, and tradition. Together, they taught at the local school, cultivated their land, and preserved a rich family history. During this four-hour documentary-style session, captured in collaboration with a team of photographers, we aimed to honor their quiet strength and deep connection to each other and their homeland.

Senior person holding orange cat in garden with wooden fence background.
A rural backyard scene with geese and chickens pecking around near a wooden building.
Black and white photo of a couple holding a small animal outdoors.
Traditional rural house with blue trim and wooden siding in countryside setting.
Tender moment shared between two people by a window with lace curtains.
Weathered hands clasped together over a gray knit sweater.
Two people sit at a table sharing tea and conversation in a dimly lit room.
Vintage dishware and a reflective mirror arranged on a countertop with intricate lace doily.
Black and white photo of two people having tea at a table.
Two people sharing a meal at an ornate wooden dining table.
Close-up of hands stirring tea in decorative porcelain cups on white tablecloth.
View through an arched doorway into a room with vintage furniture and decor.
Hand holding an old photograph frame against a wooden surface with other photos visible.
Close-up black and white shot of hands holding a small book or wallet.
Senior person standing in room with green walls and vintage furnishings.
Weathered hand touches old photographs in a vintage photo album with mint green pages.
Interior view of a room with green curtains and someone sitting at a table near a window.
Intimate moment shared in a room with turquoise walls and warm lighting.
View through an old window with geometric metal frame patterns.
Silhouette of a person seen through a curtained window in a sunlit garden.
Senior person in grey sweater tending to pink flowers in a garden with wooden fence.
Hands holding vibrant pink peonies against a blurred garden background.
Elderly couple sharing a moment in their garden with flowers.
A couple leans against a wooden fence in a meadow under bright blue summer sky with clouds.
View through fence posts of two people walking together in a sunny meadow.
Two people standing in conversation at a window of an old concrete building.
An intimate black and white portrait of an elderly couple sharing a tender moment.
Two goats grazing near a fallen tree in a green field.
A black and white close-up shot of two hands clasped together outdoors.
Silhouette of someone sitting under a tree in a peaceful countryside setting.
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Extended family gathering wearing mix of traditional and modern clothing against gray backdrop.

 

Legacy Session

 

 

Family shoots are all about preserving precious moments with loved ones. Whether it’s a family portrait or celebrating a special occasion, I treasure these sessions as they capture memories that will be cherished for generations.

 

Large family group portrait in front of decorated Christmas tree in grey and white studio setting.
Multi-generational family portrait with Christmas tree in elegant grey studio setting.
Four people in green and black outfits pose with gift by Christmas tree with twinkling lights.
Family group in coordinated green outfits pose formally by Christmas tree with wrapped presents.
Family gathering in casual winter outfits by decorated Christmas tree with twinkling lights.
Couple poses together by decorated Christmas tree with silver wrapped presents at base.
Family group holding wrapped Christmas presents in front of decorated tree.
Multi-generational family poses together by decorated Christmas tree in studio setting.
Family group poses in casual attire in front of Christmas tree and holiday decorations.
Couple in matching green outfits poses by decorated Christmas tree and elegant chandelier.
Woman in emerald green dress stands beside elegantly decorated Christmas tree with gold and white ornaments.
Family portrait in traditional embroidered attire seated on a beige chair under an elegant crystal chandelier.
Young child sits on brown tufted sofa with gold pillows between decorated Christmas trees.
Playful moment captured on beige sofa between decorated Christmas trees.
Family group in traditional embroidered attire poses between decorated Christmas trees.
Group in formal attire with traditional embroidered details poses by holiday decorations.
Multi-generational male family members posed together in casual attire.
Multi-generational family portrait with members wearing traditional embroidered shirts against dark background.
Group portrait of women and girls in festive attire against gray wall.
Family group photo with colorful sweaters and traditional elements against neutral backdrop.
Four generations of women pose by decorated Christmas tree in cozy winter sweaters.
A young child wearing a colorblock sweater and distressed jeans sits in a black armchair against a white wall with decorative art.
Family holiday portrait with decorated tree and white paneled walls in background.
Siblings sitting by decorated Christmas tree with matching checkered gift boxes.

Solomiia' 7th Birthday Party

We celebrated Solomiia’s special day with a creative painting workshop in a beautifully decorated art studio. Surrounded by soft white and pink tones, this gentle, princess-inspired atmosphere set the perfect stage for heartfelt family photos and joyful moments.

Large group photo of celebrants gathered for a special occasion under decorative balloons.
Elegant dessert table display with white cake, macarons and winter decorations.
Holiday photo scene with frosted Christmas tree and balloon decorations.
Christmas themed photo setup with balloon arch, flocked tree and number 7 decoration.
Family portrait with balloon arch backdrop in coordinated white and neutral outfits.
Sweet moment captured under a pastel balloon arch with matching neutral outfits.
Young girl in white dress posing with large pink number 7 balloon and decorative arch.
Large group photo under a festive balloon arch with people wearing white and neutral colored outfits.
Family portrait under a pink and white balloon arch with a decorated Christmas tree in the background.
Birthday celebration with white cake and rose gold number 7 balloon decoration.
Family gathering under a pink balloon arch with a Christmas tree and presents in the background.
Black and white photo of a tender embrace in front of a Christmas tree with balloon decorations.
Children doing crafts at white table with festive decorations and soft lighting.
Child in white writing at table with pink and white party decorations.
Joyful celebration moment with silver confetti falling around person in gray sweater.
Small child in white sweater playing with streamers during a party celebration.
Young party guest in white dress playing with silver streamers during celebration.
Fun party scene with multiple people throwing silver confetti near Christmas decorations.
People sitting on grass working on art projects surrounded by party decorations.

 

Mariia' Birthday – Backyard Party

 

A joyful birthday celebration for little girl with her family in the backyard. We decorated the space, set up props, and enjoyed a cozy tea party, followed by a fun and creative hands-on activity of painting on paper and each other — a perfect, simple way to celebrate the special day of a lively little girl.

 

Birthday party decorations with pink paper flowers and gold tassels hanging from tree branches.
A cheerful outdoor birthday celebration with colorful balloons and decorations on a sunny summer day.
A summer celebration outdoors with festive balloons and a striped blanket under a shady tree.
Three people share a tender moment together on a colorful blanket outdoors.
Two people enjoying tea and treats at an outdoor table on a sunny day.
A group gathers around a wooden table for an outdoor celebration with refreshments.
A birthday celebration with a white cake and pink crown as decorative elements.
A group gathered around a birthday cake at an outdoor celebration table.
A black and white photo of a celebratory gathering around a table under a tree.
A joyful outdoor celebration with people gathered around a wooden table under trees.
Group enjoying finger painting outdoors on a white blanket under trees.
Outdoor art session with colorful decorations and white fabric creating a festive atmosphere.
Small child in white shirt covered in colorful paint stains under party decorations.
Paint-covered hands creating art together in a sunny garden setting.
Group gathering around artwork on grass with pastel decorations hanging overhead.
Hands creating colorful artwork on white paper while sitting on grass in dappled sunlight.
Hands forming heart shape over pregnant belly in black dress.
Maternity portrait with woman in emerald velvet gown against rustic backdrop.

 

Maternity Photoshoot for Diana and Yurii


A special photoshoot capturing the beautiful journey of Diana and Yurii as they prepare to welcome their little one. These images serve as a timeless reminder of this precious moment in their lives, filled with anticipation and love before the arrival of their daughter.

 

Hands exchanging ultrasound photo on white background.
A maternity photo shoot featuring a black formal dress with long sleeves and flowing dark hair.
Playful couple in black outfits posing during maternity photoshoot.
Elegant maternity portrait in a floor-length black gown with side slit on light background.
Couple sharing intimate moment while holding ultrasound photo during maternity shoot.
Studio maternity portrait featuring a black off-shoulder dress and statement necklace.
A beautiful spring day scene with a family resting on a wooden park bench.
A joyful family moment captured on the grass during a sunny spring day.

Family Walk in a Park


Andriy, Olena, and little Zlata enjoyed quality family time in the park on a weekend. I captured their natural interactions, almost without interrupting, letting the moments unfold organically.


This relaxed approach made everyone feel at ease, and we had the opportunity to explore many different spots throughout the park, creating beautiful memories along the way.

Mother and daughter smelling purple lilac blooms in spring garden.
Joyful moment between mother and daughter among blooming lilac bushes.
Child holding lilac flowers while embraced by parents in garden setting.
A sweet family moment in a garden with pink lilac blooms and yellow flowers in the background.
A tender embrace shared outdoors against a lush green garden backdrop.
A child holding fresh lilac flowers against a rustic background.
A joyful playtime moment on a pathway surrounded by green trees.
Three people walking together on a tree-lined path on a sunny day.
A sweet family moment shared on the lawn with blooming lilac bushes and a white house in the background.
An intimate family moment captured outdoors with joyful expressions and a unicorn t-shirt.
A joyful family moment captured on the grass during a sunny spring day.

Orthodox Baptism  in a Christian church

Close family gathered for the sacred baptism ceremony of the newborn. It was an honor to capture this sacred moment, with no flash used to preserve the authenticity of the location and the tenderness of the occasion.

Aerial view of Orthodox church interior showing ornate iconostasis and gathered congregation.
Interior of an ornate orthodox church with traditional decorations and icons.
A baptism ceremony taking place inside a traditional orthodox church with gilded iconostasis.
Black and white photo of holy water being blessed during an orthodox christian baptism ceremony.
Orthodox Christian priest performs religious ceremony in traditional church with congregation gathered.
Close-up of hands during traditional religious ceremony showing embroidered vestments.
Orthodox baptism ceremony with clergy member performing sacrament in church.
Orthodox baptism ritual showing immersion in traditional baptismal font.
Baby being held in ornate religious robes during Orthodox Christian baptism ceremony.
Open religious text book held against white ceremonial robes.
Black and white photo of religious ceremony showing priest performing ritual.
Church interior during Orthodox ceremony with congregation standing near baptismal font.
Orthodox church interior with congregation gathered for religious ceremony.
Close-up of tiny foot being held during religious baptism ceremony.
Close-up of hands performing a religious ritual with a white cloth.
An Orthodox priest in white robes performs a religious ceremony in a church with arched windows.
Ornate Orthodox church interior with golden iconostasis and chandelier.
Religious ceremony with holy water aspergillum in Orthodox church setting.
Orange birthday cake with silver 'ONE' balloon topper on wooden stand.
Happy family moment with parents holding smiling baby in white outfit.

 

First Birthday of Bohdan


A studio photoshoot capturing the joy of his first cake, along with his parents, grandmother, and uncle. The focus was on the birthday boy, giving him the freedom to explore the studio and feel at ease. This approach made Bohdan calm and happy throughout the session, resulting in natural, joyful moments that truly reflect his first special celebration.

 

Baby crawling on wooden floor during family photo shoot with rustic background.
Family celebrating first birthday with a cake on blue backdrop against textured coral wall.
Baby in white outfit crawling towards orange birthday cake on blue blanket.
Baby in white outfit sitting next to orange birthday cake with teddy bear topper.
Baby crawling inside white teepee tent with pom pom trim.
Baby wearing striped shirt lying on peach-colored fabric.
Black and white photo of smiling baby in striped shirt crawling on floor.
Family photo shoot with celebratory decorations in bright studio setting.
A small child in striped clothing being held and embraced in a bright interior setting.
A joyful moment as a baby in stripes is lifted high in the air against draped fabric backdrops.
A small child and adult relax on a rug near a teepee tent while looking at a phone.
Close up of baby's tiny hand grasping adult fingers against white background.
Happy family moment with parents holding smiling baby in white outfit.
A tender moment shared with a laughing baby in a striped outfit against a fabric backdrop.
A family gathering on a brown sofa in a living room with decorative curtains and a patterned rug.
A heartwarming family portrait with a vintage white pedal car against a textured coral backdrop.
A smiling child rides a vintage-style white pedal car near decorative home elements.
A black and white photo of a child sitting in a vintage metal pedal car.

 

Contact

 

Chicago, Illinois


contact@zorynahadzhuk.com

+1 224 216 43 93