Bride and groom sharing an intimate embrace at golden hour, cinematic wedding portrait in Kyiv

Iryna Kovalenko · Kyiv

Timeless photographs with honest emotion

Wedding, couple, editorial, and film photography for those who want their story told with quiet honesty — based in Kyiv, available for travel worldwide.

Portrait of Iryna Kovalenko, Kyiv-based photographer, holding a camera in soft natural window light

Iryna at work, in her Kyiv studio.

About Iryna

Stories told in light, honesty, and quiet detail.

Iryna Kovalenko is a Kyiv-based photographer devoted to capturing love, intimacy, and quiet emotion just as it happens. For over a decade she has documented weddings, couples, and editorial stories across Ukraine and abroad, favoring timeless light over passing trends. Every frame is composed with the same intention — images you will want to hold onto for a lifetime.

Iryna Kovalenko

Photographer, based in Kyiv

In Numbers

A decade of trust, told in quiet numbers

Years Behind the Lens
12+
Weddings & Sessions Captured
480+
Days Average Delivery
10

Based in Kyiv — available for weddings and editorial work worldwide

Investment

Photography Packages

Three curated collections, each tailored to the shape of your story — from intimate portraits to a full wedding celebration. Every package is a starting point; details are always shaped around you.

Couples

Engagement & portrait sessions

€450 – €650

per session, Kyiv & region

  • 1.5-hour session, one chosen location
  • 40+ fully retouched high-resolution images
  • Private online gallery for sharing & download
  • Print release included
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Most Requested

Wedding Collection

Full-day wedding storytelling

€1,800 – €3,200

per wedding day, travel within Kyiv included

  • Up to 10 hours of full-day coverage
  • 500+ retouched images, delivered as a private gallery
  • Complimentary engagement session included
  • Second photographer for key moments
  • Heirloom-quality gallery hosted for one year
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Editorial Story

Fashion, brand & personal editorials

€900 – €1,400

per shoot day, studio or on-location

  • Half-day shoot, up to three looks
  • 60+ retouched images in a signature editorial tone
  • Styling & mood-board consultation beforehand
  • Usage rights for publication & social channels
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Custom collections, second-day coverage, and travel beyond Kyiv are available upon request — let’s talk details.

Client Stories

Moments They Still Return To

Six honest reflections from the couples and clients who trusted me with their story.

"Iryna didn't just take our photographs — she gave us back moments we didn't know we'd cherish this much. Every image feels like a memory, not a picture."
Portrait of Sofia and Andriy, a bride and groom with foreheads touching in golden light

Sofia & Andriy

Wedding — Kyiv

"We were nervous in front of the camera, but within minutes she made us forget it was even there. The photos feel like us — quiet, real, and full of warmth."
Portrait of Marta and Oleh, an engaged couple smiling closely in autumn light

Marta & Oleh

Engagement Session

"Working with Iryna on our editorial story felt like collaborating with an artist who truly listens. The final images were more elegant than we imagined."
Elegant portrait of Kateryna, a stylish woman with a sleek dark bob

Kateryna Lys

Editorial Shoot

"Our elopement was small, but the way she captured the light on that morning made it feel enormous. We still return to those photographs often."
Portrait of Nadia and Yevhen embracing in misty mountain morning light

Nadia & Yevhen

Elopement — Carpathians

"Ten years married, and she gave us photographs that feel as tender as our wedding day. A rare gift."
Warm portrait of Halyna and Viktor, an elegant mature couple smiling together

Halyna & Viktor

Anniversary Session

"From Lviv to Kyiv, she traveled to be part of our day and gave us something timeless in return. Honest, elegant, unforgettable."
Portrait of Daryna and Mykola, a bride and groom laughing together at golden hour

Daryna & Mykola

Destination Wedding

Availability & Contact

A few dates remain this season

Wedding and editorial dates are limited each season, so every story receives the time and care it deserves. Reach out to check availability, or simply say hello — I'd love to hear about your day.

Next open dates

  • Aug 15–16, 2026
  • Sep 5, 2026
  • Sep 19–20, 2026
  • Oct 3, 2026
  • Oct 24–25, 2026
  • Nov 14, 2026

Dates fill quickly — inquire early to secure your preferred weekend.

Get in touch

Based in Kyiv — available for travel worldwide.

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