“When I plan projects, I think not only about
wardrobe and types of faces, but I also find
out what the models are about: What does
she like? Is she active and cheerful or quiet
and shy? Is she happy at this moment? Is her
heart is broken? I can help to express their
feelings in the photoshoot. That is why it is
easy for them to express themselves in front
of my lens. Models can dance, jump, cry, eat
flowers and do crazy things. Moreover, I can
do crazy things too and have fun.”
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It seems that Dolgorukova serves a dual
purpose as both photographer and spirit-lifter,
for she works to help each of her models realize
their own unique exquisiteness, delighting and
celebrating their unique so-called imperfections
that speak to her humanity.
In creating Light Inside, Dolgorukova had the
clear intention of capturing the ability of dance
to transcend language as “conversation between
souls, showing the light and strength within.”
Dolgorukova’s appreciation of beauty is not
limited to fashion. In her day-to-day life, she
attempts to find inspiration whilst witnessing
the special moments that life brings.
“Every day I try to find things, moments or
even people that inspire me. A man who helps a
beggar. A street musician who performs a song.
A loving couple walking under one umbrella.
Children who play and laugh.”
Dolgorukova has many dreams and aspirations
for her future career, but keeping her faith in
people, continuing to see – and capture with her
camera – the natural goodness in humanity is of
paramount importance to her work.