Polina Rytova

Polina Rytova is a Kraków-based portrait photographer who captures authentic, confident images without forced posing. For Polina, portrait photography is about telling a person’s story — their character, small emotions and unique style. She works with both women and men, combining gentle direction with a talent for catching spontaneous, meaningful moments. With training from the Film Academy AMA and a directing course at New York Akademi, Polina brings a cinematic eye to composition and a calm, confident presence on set. Her portraits have appeared in fashion magazines, and hundreds of completed sessions give her the experience to tailor the shoot to your needs — from classic studio portraits to natural-light outdoor sessions. The process begins with a conversation to define the look and location. During the session Polina creates a relaxed atmosphere: she guides poses, suggests straightforward exercises, and helps clients feel at ease so images look natural. After the shoot, photos are carefully selected and given Polina’s signature retouching to preserve mood and highlight your best features. For professionals who need a polished image, Polina also provides business portraits adapted to the intended use (LinkedIn, corporate websites). Still, her core expertise is portrait photography — feminine sessions, male portraits and bespoke artistic projects. Choosing Polina means choosing natural aesthetics, thoughtful direction and personalized care. If you want a portrait that truly reflects who you are — in studio or outdoors — Polina will turn your story into lasting photographs.