Corporate and event photography in London

Reliable, discreet photography for events, conferences, and brand work, delivered clearly, on time, and without fuss.

I'm Lusy, a documentary-style photographer based in London. My approach is the same whether I'm photographing a wedding, a corporate headshot session, or a black-tie gala — I stay close to the room, capture things as they actually happen, and let genuine moments carry the story rather than posed ones.

On the events side, I'm the regular photographer for ZIMA Magazine, London's leading Russian-speaking culture publication, covering everything from galas and private screenings to intimate club evenings. I've also worked with clients including Whetstone Limited on corporate photography, bringing the same candid, unobtrusive style to brand and headshot work.

I'm bilingual in English and Russian, which means I move easily between both communities — a natural fit for events that bring London's Russian-speaking cultural scene together.

People presenting and performing at a stage event using microphones, with a large screen behind showing a close-up of the presenters, surrounded by candles and trees in the background

Son v Zimnyuyu Noch — ZIMA Gala, The Underglobe, London

Every January, ZIMA Magazine — London's leading Russian-language culture publication — hosts a black-tie gala for Old New Year, and this year I was the photographer behind the lens. Son v Zimnyuyu Noch ("A Winter Night's Dream") took over The Underglobe, the underground space beneath Shakespeare's Globe, for an evening of live music and theatre, including a rare, intimate performance from Boris Grebenshchikov.

My job was to move through the room and catch the evening as it actually unfolded — guests arriving, reacting, connecting between performances — rather than lining people up for posed shots. That's the same documentary approach I bring to weddings and family sessions: stay close, stay unobtrusive, and let the real moments carry the story.

People sitting at a decorated table during an event with purple lighting and string lights in the background.
A young woman in a rust-colored satin evening gown and a young man in a black tuxedo with a bow tie are standing at a formal event holding champagne glasses. The woman's long dark hair is styled down, and the man's curly hair is styled short. They have serious expressions and are looking ahead. In the background, there are other attendees, including some with dark hair and beards, and a colorful projection on the wall.
Group of four people on stage, holding microphones, with musicians and instruments in the background, and a forest-themed backdrop with Russian text.
People dressed in formal attire socializing at a party or event in a dimly lit room with purple lighting and decorative elements.
A bouquet of white and pink flowers in a black vase illuminated by a spotlight, with blurred colorful lights in the background.
Indoor event decorated with large tree, string lights, candles, white chairs, and tables set for a meal, with purple lighting emphasizing a woodland theme.
A large crowd of people dressed in elegant evening wear at a formal social event or party, with some engaging in conversation and others using their phones. The setting appears to be indoors with dim lighting and some columns and projection screens visible in the background.
Concert setting with a purple-lit background featuring a forest scene and the text '3X1MA'. There are candles and statues in the foreground, and a crowd of people watching.
People gathered at a formal event under purple lighting, some engaging in conversation, with chairs and tables set with glassware in the foreground.
Three women in evening gowns and jewelry standing in front of a blue curtain with a neon sign that reads "ZIMA" in capital letters.
People sitting at dinner tables during an elegant event or celebration with dim lighting, decorated with tall branches and candles.

In November 2025, I photographed a closed-door screening at a historic Dean Street cinema in London — a rough cut of a new documentary on Slava Polunin, the clown Slava's Snow Show made legendary worldwide, followed by a reception at ZIMA Restaurant. The guest list read like a who's who of the artists whose work shaped his story, including Terry Gilliam, co-creator of Monty Python, who worked alongside Polunin on Slava's Diabolo in 1996, and Roland Muldoon, the former Hackney Empire director who first brought Polunin's show to London decades ago.

It's the kind of evening where the story is as much in the room as on screen — old friends and collaborators reconnecting, quiet conversations breaking into laughter. My focus was on catching that atmosphere as it happened: genuine, unposed, and true to the emotion of the night.

"We Don't Know How to Do Anything, We're Just Poets" — A Private Screening for Slava Polunin, London

A panel discussion with three men on stage in front of an audience at Zima Club. The large screen behind them displays the word "SLaVa" and a graphic of a lion, with text "The World's Favorite Clown, The Star of Slava Forum." The setting appears to be a conference or event.
An elderly man with white hair and a beard wearing a red sweater is biting a magazine. There are people in the background at a social gathering or party.
A group of elderly and young adults engaged in conversation at an indoor gathering, with one man gesturing with his finger and a woman smiling, surrounded by framed artwork on the wall.
A group of four elderly people sitting around a dining table, smiling and engaging in conversation. One man is standing and leaning forward, interacting with the women. The table has various dishes and drinks, including a bowl of rice and bottles of beverages. The background features colorful, decorative wall art.
A woman smiling and holding a glass of champagne, standing next to a man with a beard and mustache, who is partially visible and being hugged by her. They are at a social gathering or celebration, with paintings hanging on the wall behind them.
A group of people at a social gathering, some holding drinks, engaged in conversation indoors with warm lighting and modern decor.
People gathered at a party with a table of colorful drinks and a woman serving a shot to an elderly man.
A group of people gathered at a social event, with some holding glasses of wine. One person is passing around a tray with small shot glasses filled with red liquid. A woman on the left is smiling and reaching out, and a man in the center is smiling and looking at the tray.
People socializing at a gathering, enjoying drinks and laughter, with some standing and others seated at a table.
Three elderly people sitting closely together on a bench, taking a selfie with a smartphone. They are in a cozy indoor setting, with two women and one man, all wearing casual warm clothing and glasses. They appear happy and relaxed.
Three friends celebrating at a party, smiling and holding glasses of wine and champagne, with one person holding a magazine.
A table with various appetizers and desserts, decorated with small floral arrangements and candles, set against a dark background with bottles of water.
A woman wearing a red dress and beige heels standing beside a man in a dark blazer and white shirt. They are in a decorated space with black-and-white checkered floor, white balloons, and streamers, and a colorful abstract portrait on the wall behind them.

Zima Restaurant Turns 10 — Soho, London

In March 2026, I photographed the 10th anniversary celebration of ZIMA Restaurant in Soho — a milestone worth marking, since only 16% of London restaurants survive a decade. What began in 2016 as a small basement bar inside Jean-Jacques on Frith Street has grown into one of Soho's most distinctive cultural fixtures, having hosted everyone from Ralph Fiennes and Jude Law to Marina Abramović over the years.

The party brought together the people who've shaped ZIMA's story — founders, longtime staff, and regulars who've been coming back for a decade — for an evening as warm and unpretentious as the restaurant itself. I focused on capturing that closeness: the toasts, the karaoke, the in-between moments that make a decade-long institution feel like family rather than a venue.

Plate of canapé bites topped with smoked salmon and microgreens.
A man in a blue blazer speaking into a microphone at a gathering, with a woman in a red dress smiling beside him, and a group of people listening and socializing in the background.
elderly men and a middle-aged man seated around a table at a celebration or gathering. The man is holding a glass of wine, and there are plates of hors d'oeuvres and desserts on the table. The background features a bar with glasses, bottles, and decorations, along with a piece of artwork on the wall.
Group of young people at a celebration, holding drinks and smiling, with white balloons and hanging streamers in the background.
Group of people at a celebration or party, smiling and enjoying themselves. Some are holding drinks, and the background features a collage of photos on the wall.
Two women sitting on a patterned bench, smiling and enjoying drinks together at an indoor social event. One woman with dark hair wears a white sleeveless top, and the other with blonde hair wears a colorful patterned dress. They are holding glasses of champagne and eating small pastries.
Two women sitting on a black sofa, taking a selfie together. One woman has long blonde hair, wearing a black sweater, and holding a glass of champagne. The other woman has brown hair, dressed in a green outfit, and also holding a glass of champagne. They are inside a room with large window panes and colorful artwork visible in the reflection.
A woman with dark brown hair in a green jacket playing an acoustic guitar and singing into a microphone during a live performance or jam session in an art gallery or similar indoor setting.
Group of people at a celebration, some holding wine glasses, with decorations hanging from the ceiling.
A group of people at a celebration, with two women in the center talking and holding glasses of champagne. One woman has earrings and a black dress, wearing a black bow on her ear. The man on the right is smiling and wearing glasses, a blue scarf, and a dark jacket. Party hats and streamers hang overhead.
A group of six friends at a celebration or party, smiling and holding glasses of wine or champagne, standing indoors with festive decorations such as balloons and streamers.