About Irina Zoteeva photographer in Solihull. Irina Zoteeva — Portrait, Brand & Family Photographer in Solihull

I’m Irina Zoteeva, a photographer based in Solihull.

I create expressive, atmospheric portraits shaped by light, nature, and quiet emotion.

About Irina Zoteeva photographer in Solihull. Irina Zoteeva — Portrait, Brand & Family Photographer in Solihull

About me

I was born near Lake Baikal in Irkutsk, Russia, a place of vast silence and wild nature. My photography began there, during long hikes through Siberian landscapes, where I first noticed the quiet power of light, shadow, and stillness.

In 2010, I moved to the UK, and my work slowly evolved, shaped by new places, new cultures, and a deeper curiosity about human connection.

Today, I am based in Solihull, England, working as a commercial photographer and an Iyengar yoga teacher. My photography explores the meeting point between people and nature, softness and strength, presence and vulnerability.

I am drawn to what feels honest. A fleeting expression. The way light touches skin. The atmosphere of a moment that cannot be repeated.

I no longer chase perfection or competition. Photography, for me, is a quiet, intuitive process. Something closer to meditation than performance.

My hope is to create images that feel alive, grounded, and true, and to offer others a glimpse of the beauty I see in the world.

Exhibitions

Imagination, Milan
New Eyes, 29 November to 1 December 2024

Imagination, London
23 to 25 May 2025

Wave, Paris
15 to 18 November 2025

What defines my work

My photography is guided by presence, intuition, and emotional awareness.

I’m drawn to natural moments, subtle movement, and quiet honesty. I know when to gently guide, and when to step back, allowing things to unfold in their own time.

People often tell me they feel calm and truly seen. I believe this comes from approaching every session with care, softness, and genuine connection.

If you feel drawn to this kind of work, I would love to create something with you.

I’m grateful that my work has been recognised within the local community.

Alongside my commissioned portrait work, I create long-form photographic projects through Artistic Discovery. These sessions sit between portraiture and fine art, shaped by conversation, intuition, and shared vision.