The two main characters in this photo are my mother Zinaida and my seven-year-old daughter Maria. My daughter and I were visiting my grandmother in Nizhny Novgorod to celebrate her 62nd birthday when this photo was taken. Having been involved in rhythmic gymnastics since the age of three, Masha was doing exercises for her grandmother, who was taking pictures on her phone and reading congratulatory text messages from friends. My son Roman joined them in the photo, and can be seen watching the events through the window. The most important thing in this photo is life in all its manifestations.
I, Olga Ivanova, was born in 1981. I received a higher education as an environmental engineer, and then a diploma in photography. I live and work in Moscow. My photos reflect the moment I saw and the emotional state. I use various techniques in my work: multi-exposure, long exposure, collage. I often experiment with light and composition, creating unique and memorable images. I am fond of lifestyle photography, portrait photography and street photography. My artworks are regularly presented at exhibitions and are published in various magazines.