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Paradox of Happiness

  • Photographer
    Katarina Sostakova
  • Agency / Studio
    Katarina Sostakova Photography

Driving home, we sit in silence, replaying the day behind us. Tired. Hungry. Knees scratched, muscles aching, blood on clothes and barely any skin left on our fingers. And for what? To climb a short, hard route on a piece of rock? Using only the holds someone once decided were allowed? Failure stings. We blame ourselves: not strong enough, wrong beta, wrong mindset, not trained enough. But then… the world goes quiet. The mind sharpens. The body learns the movement. And suddenly, we conquer the rock. This is it. This is pure happiness! And we carry it home, etched into our hands.

I am an adventure photographer, visual storyteller, and passionate explorer. I specialize in capturing raw, powerful moments in wild landscapes. My work is rooted in a deep connection to nature and a love for human movement through it—whether it’s climbing remote peaks, running forest trails, or simply standing still in a quiet place. Through photography, I aim to tell stories that evoke emotion, celebrate authenticity, and inspire others to step beyond the familiar.

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