Polina Schapova - POLKA

I was born in Russia, grew up in the UK, then lived in America, Sweden and now India. I am a professional photographer based in Delhi, I work all over India and abroad, and I bring my own unique view of the world to each and every project and client. I am passionate about my work, dedicated to getting the best out of my team and surpassing the expectations of the client.

I shoot in a range of categories:

Commercial/Campaigns - I have shot campaigns for FitBit, RedTape, Exxon Mobil and HP printers

Portraiture - My portraiture work has been published in Elle, Harpers Bazaar and FHM among others

Fashion - I have shot for many independent designers in India, the UK and Dubai

Music - I have toured with bands all over the world at major festivals in Morocco, Canada, UK, Spain and France etc

Weddings - I shoot candid wedding photography all over India and abroad including in Poland, Mexico, Lithuania, Scotland etc

Food - I have shot for a number of restaurants during my time in Bangalore as well as for Le Meridien Vilnius in Lithuania

I have also spent a few years shooting for and write feature articles for First Post, both in India an abroad.

I also shoot video, mostly in the sphere of music, both live performances and studio work, though I have also shot video for fashion designers and hotels.
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