About me
Welcome to my world of "drawing the light." I'm Iru, a photographer based in Sarasota, Florida.
I specialize in portrait, boudoir, fitness, and yoga photography. I also capture events, collaborate with local businesses, and practice photojournalism. My blog, Bohemian Sarasota bohemiansarasota.com, features photo stories about Sarasota's extraordinary people and unique experiences.
My journey began in 1981 in Russia, where I developed a passion for design and beauty from a young age. After studying architecture and engineering in Moscow, I embarked on a life of adventure, living in Europe and spending thirteen transformative years in Asia, where I worked in the interior decoration and fashion design industries.
Upon moving to Florida with my husband in 2019, I sought a new direction and discovered my love for photography. Through perseverance, I honed my skills and completed advanced photography and image editing courses.
As a photographer and artist, my experience living in global artistic communities has shaped my perspective on life. Photography is more than capturing images; it's about bridging the material and spiritual worlds. I find joy in meeting new people and creating meaningful photo stories—for me, it's both an artistic journey and a way of life.
Photo by ikportrait.com
