Beauty Special for ELLE BULGARIA by CHRISTIANE BAUMGART

Christiane Baumgart is a photographer and director specializing in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. Since 2019, she has worked internationally for magazines, brands, and personalities – with a style that combines powerful imagery with a clear attitude. Known for her energetic editorials and authentic campaigns, she builds on an aesthetic that combines emotion and concept – whether in the studio, on the street, or on specially staged sets.

"I'm attracted to the real thing – faces with a story, looks with edge, and moments that aren't polished," says Christiane. Her portfolio includes productions for brands such as Adidas, Adobe, Beiersdorf, Nike, L'Oréal, Maybelline, and Sony. Celebrities such as Lena Gercke, Leni Klum, Lena Meyer-Landrut, and Guido Maria Kretschmer have already appeared in front of her camera. Her work has appeared in magazines such as VOGUE, ELLE, and Harper's Bazaar.

In 2025, she founded AKARI STUDIOS – a creative production company for photography, film, and conceptual work. With a solid network of creative professionals, she realizes projects for agencies, brands, and personalities from the fashion, beauty, and culture sectors. Before her photography career, Christiane worked as a marketing expert in the industry – an experience that continues to shape her concepts and productions. As a speaker and mentor, she regularly participates in conferences, gives workshops, organizes events, and advises young creatives on starting their own businesses.