Hi, nice to meet you. I’m Lil Kicha, or Liliya Kichigina in full, but don’t bother trying to pronounce it.

Bio

Lil Kicha — photographer, cinematographer, and visual explorer.

For the past six years I’ve been working professionally as a photographer and videographer, focusing mainly on portraiture, fashion, and creative visual work. I’m known for vibrant color, expressive lighting, and a cinematic approach to people. My photography leans toward bold tones and playful editing, while my video work often lives in fast-paced cuts, handheld camera movement, and raw energy.

My path into visual work started somewhere unexpected — in physics. I studied experimental physics, worked as one, then graduated and started the new path: photography and videography. I spent years working in a laboratory, documenting experiments and research. Curiosity about light, color, and perception slowly pulled me toward filmmaking and creative photography, and what began as passion turned into a full-time creative career.

I work with brands, artists, and individuals who want more than just a photo but a vibe and expression of themselves. My shoots are a mix of creative and technical exploration.

One of my main projects is my solo documentary Connect. It was officially selected for several international film festivals and received multiple awards. But more importantly, it’s a piece of work I’m genuinely proud of as a cinematic experience.

I’m originally from Siberia, lived in Saint–petersburg, then in Canberra, Australia working on projects locally and having the best experience in my life and now I’m back to Russia, living in Moscow. At least for now.

My long-term goal is simple: keep traveling, meet fascinating people, and tell their stories through images and film.