WELCOME, FRIEND
It’s so lovely to meet you!
I’m delighted you’re here and I would love to get to know you better too,
so we could work together and create some beautiful photographs + films
for whatever life story you’re hoping to capture in this moment of time.
Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself. Coco Chanel
STORYTELLER
CHILD AT HEART
OVER SHARER
AND LOVER OF A GOOD ADVENTURE
My love for photography began in childhood, sitting on the floor with my Mam, surrounded by albums and boxes of old photographs. Each image carried a story – some even from before I was born.
Through those photos, she shared not just memories but the feelings behind them. Laughter with friends, family gatherings, quiet everyday moments – suddenly they came alive again. Those storytelling sessions were our favourite way to bond, and they showed me how powerful photographs can be.
That’s where my love of photography was born – with the understanding that images are more than pictures – they are vessels of memory, feeling, and connection.
Photo by Deirdre Rusk Photography
Photo by Pamela Brady Photography
My love for photography began during my first travels through Ireland in 2003. The breathtaking landscapes and quiet beauty of this country welcomed me in, and though I only had a film camera back then, the anticipation of waiting to see each developed photo was pure magic.
I never imagined Ireland would become my forever home – but between its charm, its people, and meeting my soulmate Irish man, my roots found their place here.
Motherhood deepened everything. When my first child was born, holding a camera felt like second nature – a way to preserve the fleeting moments of parenthood before they slipped away.
What began as an obsession with capturing my girls’ everyday lives soon became a calling. Looking back at printed albums, I experienced the same emotions my Mam once shared with me when we wandered through her photos. That realisation – that photographs are time capsules of memory and feeling – sparked the desire to gift that same experience to others.
With the encouragement of my family and friends, I left corporate work behind and stepped fully into photography. Now, I feel like I’m living with purpose, not just existing. Every family, couple, and brand I photograph reminds me how blessed I am to do this work – to connect, to witness, and to create keepsakes that grow more valuable with every passing year!
Photos by Deirdre Rusk Photography, Melinda Gold Photography & Niamh Howard Photography
LET’S TALK ABOUT
5 things I love
MY FAMILY
We love adventures, board & card games, watching Catchphrase & funny videos, cooking amazing food & karaoke nights!
“MUSIC IS WHAT FEELINGS SOUND LIKE.” – GEORGIA CATES
I come from a musical family – my mother sang in a choir and my father played multiple instruments, often entertaining at weddings. I followed in their footsteps, graduating from music school where I sang in a choir and learned to play piano. Music has always been my first language of emotion, and I love weaving that same depth into photography. When sound and imagery meet, there’s a kind of magic – an emotion that lingers long after the moment has passed.
Photo by Deirdre Rusk Photography
ALL ABOUT THE FOOD
It’s no secret I’m a big foodie and I love a good house party with friends, music and lots of food. You’ll never go hungry in my house!
Mexican food is my absolute favourite – nachos, tacos, quesadillas, burritos – love them all!
BEAUTIFUL SKIES & SEASCAPES
I come alive when I’m at the seaside!
There’s something about the fresh sea breeze, the sound of seagulls and those incredible sunsets that I can never get enough of!
ROMANTIC MOVIES WITH HAPPY ENDINGS
Yep, I’m a sucker for those sappy romantic flicks and would happily binge watch them for the whole day!
I would also cry watching pretty much any movie that has beautiful music in it, having tissues at hand is a necessity with me 😉
Photo by Deirdre Rusk Photography
THE GIFT OF
CAPTURING THE SMALL AND BIG MEMORIES
IS MY PURPOSE FOR YOU
The truth is, there’s never a perfect time to be photographed. Life will always feel busy, messy, or
in-between. But if you don’t capture the small, fleeting moments, they’ll slip by – and those are often the ones that become the most treasured memories!
It’s my honour
to preserve those moments for you
whether through photographs or film —
as you evolve from a couple,
to a young family with newborns,
to generations growing and
adventuring together.
Your story deserves to be remembered,
just as it is!
I’ve been blessed to have photographed many adventures and life events from
family gatherings, birthdays, anniversaries, newborns, Christenings, Holy Communions, Confirmations, debs
to small weddings, memorials and celebrations of life
providing timeless heirlooms and cherished memories for families and their friends.
I have helped small businesses with headshot, brand and product photography and
worked with authors and speakers documenting their book launches and special live events.
I can’t wait to see what other new adventures and events I’ll get to experience and
record for you on my journey.
Please get in touch and let’s go an adventure together!
Thank you for being here,
Kristina x
Personal Work
Embrace the inner child and go wild
Let’s Connect
AND CAPTURE YOUR STORY
There’s no better time like the present time!
Book your session now to capture those fleeting moments with your loved ones!
