Russian photographer Elena Shumilova transports her viewers into a beautiful world that revolves around her two little sons and their adorable pets. Her photos of storybook scenes reached 50 million views on Flickr.

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When we first spotted Elena Shumilova’s photostream, her photos instantly took our breath away. Elena’s inspirations are her two sons, Yaroslav, 5, and Vanya, 2. She began taking pictures during her free time, which was generally been on long walks with her boys in the gorgeous outskirts of Andreapol, Russia.

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  1. thornecc 5 months ago | reply

    Elena, Your photos defy language. I found them today because of a news story in Utah. You are more than going viral! Thank you for sharing your wondrous talent...

  2. elainedconnor 5 months ago | reply

    Your photos are amazing :) You have such a natural talent. I cannot believe that you have only been taking photos for a year and a half!

  3. jlparmar 5 months ago | reply

    excellent composiyion and shure vision

  4. Jason_Brimm 5 months ago | reply

    really inspiring.

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  7. mariaminhota 4 months ago | reply

    Extraordinary!

  8. writeauthorfirst 4 months ago | reply

    I'm so glad you found your style, a style I can learn from.. It moves me more than staged photography, for I can see the love.

  9. J J Holmes 4 months ago | reply

    A1 Photograph,s,
    Well done, Elena.....

  10. Light is ... 4 months ago | reply

    you do make beautiful photos, thank you for sharing, I enjoyed watching and can understand your passion

  11. hmck2014 4 months ago | reply

    Wow! You sure have an incredible talent, Elena! And your sons make awesome subjects, of course! Very beautiful!

  12. Photos by Kat Concep 3 months ago | reply

    beautiful and meaningful!!

  13. dandagb 3 months ago | reply

    Words cannot express my immense joy having just viewed your gallery. Inspiring and absolute perfection !

  14. Andy & Helen :-) :) 3 months ago | reply

    Your photographs are really beautiful as is your short film - I can't believe you have being doing photography for such a short time. Well done, your success is very well deserved.
    Regards H :)

  15. daveallen_nz 2 months ago | reply

    You have a romantic soul, showcased perfectly by your results, stunningly beautiful, keep them coming cheers from new Zealand.

  16. anniedaisybaby 6 weeks ago | reply

    Elena - you truly do have a unique way of viewing the world. I love the way you use natural light and my favorite are the backlit photos. your photos give me shivers when I see them. you are a true inspiration to anyone who aspires to take photos. and how wonderful that you have such a meaningful record of your young son's early years. - Linda

  17. synysterlavigne 3 weeks ago | reply

    really amazing,.

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  18. Lordstone KEEP CHRIST IN CHRISTMAS 3 weeks ago | reply

    Excellent video!
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  19. solarwind01 1 week ago | reply

    Hello Elena

    Your images are simply wonderful. They have an especially natural and soft look about them yet convey a strong sense of mood. :)

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