Kristina Shakht (b. Saint Petersburg, Russia) is a New York City-based photographer and visual artist whose practice blends photography, film, and media art through distinctive creative direction. Drawing inspiration from Slavic fairy tales and mythology, her work explores the boundaries between reality and fantasy, memory and escapism, often focusing on the transition from childhood to adulthood.

Known for her non-sexual depictions of the female form, Kristina’s work is characterized by carefully curated casting, refined color palettes, and emotionally resonant storytelling. Her unique approach offers a soft yet striking visual language across both personal and commercial projects.

Kristina’s work has appeared in i-D, Dazed, AnOther Magazine, Office, Sleek, ELLE, Puss Puss, and Lampoon, and she has collaborated with brands including H&M, Meruert Tolegen, and A--Company. Her photography has been exhibited by the Aperture Foundation at Rockefeller Center and in a group show curated by Hunger Magazine & Rankin Creative.

She was shortlisted for the 2023 Nobuyoshi Araki MA-g Awards, and her work is part of the permanent collection at The Museum of Avant-garde in Switzerland.


 
Available for editorial, commercial, and moving image commissions:

Email: kristinashakht@gmail.com
Instagram: @kristinashakht
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