Marina Verkholaz 

photography

Your Story, Beautifully TolD

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A young woman with long brown hair holding a bouquet of dried flowers close to her face, smiling softly with her eyes closed.

Exquisite services

Welcome to a space where your story is seen, felt, and thoughtfully captured. Your brand is often seen before it’s heard!

Professional photography ensures that what people see instantly reflects your quality, confidence, credibility and building trust to your brand.

In today’s digital world, your images speak for you — on your website, social media, and every first impression you make. Thoughtfully created visuals elevate your presence, and position you as an expert in your field.

Our personal brand sessions are designed to capture you with intention — refined, authentic, and aligned with the business you’re building.

Strong brands aren’t accidental. They are presented with purpose.

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Shop the
Print
Collection

Discover the latest additions to our collection—handpicked pieces that bring new energy to your space.

Vintage blue door
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Vintage blue door
$27.00
Foggy morning
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Foggy morning
$32.00

A grass and fog are the main actors in this frame; trees and mist, shades, depths of the view add a soft, mysterious vibe.

Shot on a monsoon road trip through Maharashtra, the image feels intimate and timeless — everyday nature elevated to something quietly profound. Wild grass glows with fresh, saturated green against the muted gray of the fog, creating a contemplative, calm atmosphere. Gentle light and the sense of slow, subtle movement invite lingering and stillness.

Place this piece in your home or workspace as a constant reminder of renewal and pause — a visual invitation to breathe slowly, reflect, and find quiet in the middle of motion.

Om. Wall of Hindu temple
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Om. Wall of Hindu temple
$32.00

A close-up of a temple wall with the worn texture of centuries: stains of pigment, written Mantras, fine cracks and layers of paint piled like strata of memory. At its center, a slightly raised Om—its warm, fluid strokes—emerges like a serene heartbeat against the aged surface. Gentle, side light sculpts the relief and makes visible tiny dust particles that seem to float like little prayers in the air. Traces of faded offerings and scratched mantras suggest hands that have come close again and again, a tacit continuity of prayers and rituals. Ochres, warm reds and earthen tones bathe the scene in an ancient warmth that is not only aesthetic but spiritual. The composition invites quiet contemplation—to pause before the relic and let the human history contained in those layers resonate—transforming viewing into a humble, shared offering.

What about me…

Welcome! I’m Marina—a photographer, designer, and storyteller based in Israel.

My journey behind the lens started decades ago, fueled by a deep love for capturing life’s fleeting moments. For a long time, I wore many creative hats, working as a graphic and web designer, an Indian classical dance teacher, and a yoga instructor. Today, I am channeling all of that experience into my true calling: full-time photography.

My background in dance and yoga gives me a unique appreciation for rhythm, movement, and human connection, while my design experience ensures every frame is visually striking. Whether I’m shooting street photography on a bustling corner, capturing the quiet beauty of nature, or working locally with families, couples, kids, and businesses on personal branding, my goal is always the same: to create beautiful images and a joyful experience. I want our time together to be so uplifting that you’ll want to come back to capture every new milestone.

Beyond the Lens

In my free time, my world revolves around the things that inspire and fuel my creativity. When I'm traveling—with a camera always in hand, of course!—you’ll find me exploring new corners of the world (India holds a very special piece of my heart) or spending time with my children and family. I am incredibly proud to call Israel my home—a country filled with warmth, beauty, and unforgettable people who inspire my work every single day.

Take a Piece of the Journey Home

Over the years, I’ve built a massive collection of street and nature photography from my travels. You can browse, purchase, and download digital files right here in my Print Store, or order stunning, professional physical prints through my Pic Time Shop.

Let’s create something beautiful together!

My Journey Behind the Lens

Testimonials

  • Three young men walking through a narrow alleyway in Kashi with tangled electrical wires overhead. One is carrying a bag, and they are near motorcycles and a wall with a door, in an urban setting.

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Passionate photographer — I will highly recommend!”

    —Rajesh

  • A young woman with blonde hair, wearing a yellow sweatshirt, gray leggings, and black sneakers, sitting on a stone wall by the water during sunset with a cloudy sky.

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I highly recommend this photographer to anyone looking for a romantic and meaningful photoshoot. We had a truly romantic photoshoot by the sea. The atmosphere was calm and magical, and the photographer made us feel completely at ease. Every shot feels natural, emotional, and full of love. These photos will always remind us of this beautiful moment 😍.”

    —Anastasia

  • A group of people celebrating a wedding outdoors on a wooden deck, with umbrellas and greenery. The bride in a white gown, the groom in a suit, and guests dressed in formal attire are smiling and holding flowers.

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “As a model, had a really great experience with Marina for a lifestyle photoshoot. She made the session feel relaxed and natural, and the photos turned out beautiful with genuine moments and great attention to detail. Highly recommend if you want authentic, natural-looking photos ❤️😍”

    —Ksenia

  • A woman standing, showing  her back with her arms behind her head, showing her tattooed back and red and black hair, wearing a pink strappy top and bracelets.

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Я вчера была на фотосесиии у замечательного фотографа Марины. Получила море положительных впечатлений . Спасибо тебе огромное за очень красивые и креативные фотографии ".

    —Aleksandra

  • A man with a beard, sunglasses, and a hoodie embraces a woman in a blue long-sleeve shirt outdoors, with a cloudy sky and distant landscape in the background.

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Замечательный фотограф!"

    —Stas