About

About Me

(Who I am and what inspires me)

Hey, I’m Karina.

Born and raised in Vilnius, Lithuania - but Cyprus has been home for over 15 years. My journey with photography began long before I ever called it a career. I was that teenager who always had a film camera in hand, drawn to quiet moments and the beauty unfolding around me.

What started as instinct became a profession. Thirteen years and hundreds of weddings later, I still approach each celebration with the same curiosity and sensitivity.

Three years ago, life shifted again when I became a mother to twins - a boy and a girl who remind me daily how quickly time moves. Perhaps that’s why I’m so devoted to preserving emotion honestly. Photographs don’t freeze life. They hold it gently.

I specialize in multicultural and destination weddings - celebrations where different worlds meet. Being a blend of cultures myself, I’m deeply drawn to that magic. It shapes how I see, how I connect, and how I document.

But what matters most to me is this:
When couples tell me they felt completely themselves around me.

No pressure. No performance. Just presence.

My Approach

(To photographing weddings)

I don’t make your wedding about photos. I make it about you.

Weddings are deeply personal. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a celebration that lasts until 4am, your images should reflect your story — not a template.

I don’t arrive with a rigid shot list. I tune into the energy, the connection, the subtle in-between moments. That’s where the real magic lives.

Think of me as your calm in the chaos. Your quiet guide. Your honorary bridesmaid with a camera.

If you’re camera shy — you’re safe here. I’ll never push or over-direct. I guide gently, always within your comfort zone. You come first. The photographs follow.

Your only job on your wedding day?
To be fully present.

I’ll take care of the rest.

“Karina Leonenko is a talented destination wedding photographer celebrated for her documentary-style wedding photography infused with an artistic twist. Her approach, often described as elegant wedding journalism, seamlessly combines storytelling with refined aesthetics to capture the love and emotions that define each couple’s unique journey.

Karina’s passion for people and their stories drives her photography journey. Known for her ability to create a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere, Karina often makes her clients feel as though they are working with a trusted friend. This connection allows her to capture genuine, unposed moments, from grand celebrations to intimate exchanges that might otherwise go unnoticed. Her warm and approachable demeanor consistently earns praise from her clients, helping them feel at ease and confident in front of the camera.”

- WED VIBES