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Russian photographer Margarita Kareva

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Russian photographer Margarita Kareva is both the subject and author of a fairy tale. Just three short years into her photography career, and she has already carved out a niche – as well as an ever-expanding fan base – in the world of fantasy photography.
Specializing in images that beautifully transform her female subjects into princesses and witches alike, there is a definitive fairytale feel in each portrait. Some are based on specific, well-known stories, but all are inspired by her love of fantasy books.
Combining real props and costumes with digital manipulations and other surreal elements, Margarita Kareva captures the wonder and imagination children feel growing up with magical characters and locations, bewitching us with her technical and creative capacities.

Margarita Kareva Snow White
Everyone recognizes the classic beauty of Snow White, one of the most adored fairytale princesses of all time. Source: Facebook
Margarita Kareva Snow White Mirror
Snow White captured again with the iconic mirror belonging to her evil stepmother. Source: Facebook
Evil Witch Apple
Snow White’s sworn nemesis. Source: Facebook
Evil Witch Thinking
The evil witch in deep thought, presumably planning how next to terrorize Snow White.
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Margarita Kareva Wolf mother
This princess sits among her wolves on the edge of the forest.
Stretching after a nap in the mystic garden.
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Margarita Kareva Winter Months
This s beauty seems more suited for the summer months.
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Margarita Kareva White Witch
The witch and her companions conjuring up their next horrible deed. Source: Facebook
Mouse Servants
The white witch’s servants cling to the wall behind her, in their dark lair.
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Margarita Kareva Top Hat
She looks like she would be equally right at home in a story of vampires or a tale of steampunk ilk. Source:Facebook
Margarita Kareva Top Hat Close
Victorian beauty and grace.
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Margarita Kareva Sword Bearer
This modern, if not futuristic princess brings strength and the skill of the fight to her story.
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Margarita Kareva Snowy Dolls
Princess or maybe witch? Whatever the case, the doll heads add an element of the macabre. Source: Facebook
Margarita Kareva Snow Owl
It’s not just the wolves who follow her, she communes with the owls as well.
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Margarita Kareva Swan Princess
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Margarita Kareva Russian Stag
Many a fantasy story have featured a stag within its telling. This one is right at home.
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Margarita Kareva Russian Princess
From her homeland, Margarita captures a stunning image of a Russian fairytale princess.
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Margarita Kareva River Sprite
Serenity and beauty seem to be the focus of this river sprite.
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Margarita Kareva Red Roses
Another princess at home amongst the roses, this time however, in the proper climate.
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Margarita Kareva Red Locks
The lady of the lake or sweet little Gretel? Either could be the inspiration for this stunning photo. Source:Facebook
Rain Dance
It never fails to add a little romance when a princess dances in the rain.
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Tea Princess
The Russo-Finnish Princess Nastinka from the tale of Jack Frost, sipping her morning tea.
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Rooster Princess
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Ice Queen
This evil ice queen may have a heart just waiting to be melted. Her beauty belies the coldness within. Source:Facebook
Icy Stare Princess
The Swan Princess has a stare that can freeze any heart.
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Geisha Stretch
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Geisha Garden
Japanese princess in a magical garden.
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Forgotten Realm
Stark against the dark backdrop, a princess’s beauty always shines through.
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Dark Power Princess
If there is still warmth hidden in her heart, it is deeply buried. For now it looks like world domination is the order of the day.
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