Kristina Makeeva

Artist Overview
Kristina Makeeva is a London-based photographer whose work celebrates the everyday beauty that surrounds us. Her warm, magical images invite viewers to see the extraordinary in the ordinary.

Background
Born in Noginsk, Russia, in 1987, she picked up her first camera as a teenager and has since dedicated her life to photography. Since 2022 she has been based in London, where she continues to develop her distinctive visual language and share it with a global audience.

Artistic Language & Themes
At the heart of her practice lies a narrative of light, color, and emotion. Whether she photographs portraits, travel scenes, or fleeting everyday moments, Kristina rejects visual noise and distraction, focusing instead on pure visual poetry and emotional resonance. Her work reflects her guiding ethos: “Today isn’t just another day. Today I’ll create something beautiful.”

Exhibitions & Recognition
Kristina’s work has been recognized internationally. She was a finalist in the 2021 International Open Call Competition organized by Florence Biennale and has received awards including at the World Photography Awards. Her images are widely shared and appreciated by viewers around the world.

Collaboration with Artograph
In collaboration with Artograph, Kristina brings her luminous, cinematic vision into wearable form, turning each garment into a small, portable daydream. Her photographs on fabric preserve the same sense of wonder, warmth, and quiet magic that defines her art.