Hi, I am  Masha Glebova

HOUSTON-BASED PHOTOGRAPHER & VISUAL ARTIST

Black and white conceptual portrait of a woman peering beside a water glass that reflects her face on a wooden table.

I'm a photographer and visual artist based in Houston, Texas. I've been photographing people since 2006, first in Europe and now here in the US.


My work includes weddings, families, and portraits, but what interests me most has always been the people themselves. Their personalities, relationships, and all those little moments that can't really be planned.


I love natural moments, interesting light, and a little creative freedom. Sometimes I'll give you direction, sometimes I'll just let things happen. Usually, the best photographs come from a bit of both.

Silhouette of a woman in a long flowing dress standing on a hill against an orange desert sunset sky.

 

 

I'm interested in people as they are, and in all the unexpected things a photograph can reveal about them.

 

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PHOTOGRAPHING PEOPLE SINCE 2006


MY STORY

Black and white abstract photo of a woman's silhouette in profile against a bright, blurred, shadow-patterned wall.

I picked up my first camera in Ukraine back in 2006, having absolutely no idea where it would take me.


Turns out, pretty far! Since then, photography has taken me across four continents, introduced me to wonderful people, and given me more stories than I could possibly fit into one page.


There have been weddings, family sessions, creative experiments, exhibitions, awards, and even a few research papers along the way.


And after 20 years, I still get excited about a good photograph, an interesting face, or a beautiful patch of light. Some things never change.

awards
Gray FIAP emblem with a globe and the motto Scientia Ars Lumen, marking a 1st place award in 2013.
Black and gray four-petal HIPA logo with text marking a 1st place photography award in 2020.
Silver circular Budapest International Foto Awards badge reading Gold Winner 2025.
Silver circular Budapest International Foto Awards badge reading First Place 2025.
PX3 Prix de la Photographie Paris silver medal badge for Gold Winner, Juried Awards 2026.
International Photography Awards 2026 1st Prize Professional logo in a gray geometric folded shape.
IN THEIR OWN WORDS

You’ve seen my photographs. Now hear from the people in them.

Black and white portrait of a woman with long wavy hair tenderly embracing a young boy with his eyes closed.

Masha is one of those rare people who doesn’t just take photos—she genuinely sees you. We’ve worked together on videos, but this shoot with my son is so special to my heart...

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Olena & David
A bride and groom kiss on a city balcony at dusk, her veil blowing in the wind with skyscrapers behind them.

Masha was nothing short of exceptional. She truly went above and beyond, especially with how busy and hectic everything was for the bride on the day of. She was so calm, patient, and supportive throughout it all, which made such a difference. the photographs are simply breathtaking...

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Chantal & Eugene
A bride in an elegant white gown stands on a lush green lawn beneath tall shaded trees in soft evening light.

We spent 3 days at Caddo Lake and all days we gad photoshoots: different locations, multiple outfits (which Masha helped to prepare) lot of fur and amazing emotions!

And the most valuable - amazing result and lot of pictures!


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Anastasija
IN THEIR OWN WORDS

You’ve seen my photographs. Now hear from the people in them.

Two smiling men in cowboy hats, sunglasses and brown blazers pose together in a brick archway.

Oh my God, I cannot express the feeling what I have working with Masha. She was working on my wedding day. We asked her come to the house as early as possible. I was in shock when she was agree to come at 5:30 am and start our photo shoot. She spend whole day with us...

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Gabriel & Max
Moody black and white long-exposure portrait of a woman in profile with her motion-blurred face and hair against a dark background.

People say you can only truly see a person’s soul in black and white — and I couldn’t agree more.

This photographer in Houston doesn’t just take portraits, he captures presence, depth, and real emotion. Every shot feels honest, powerful, and incredibly alive.

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Irina
Black and white photo of a woman holding up a hat on an empty desert highway beside a painted turn arrow.

Thank you, my dear, for your unique ability to see the very best and, at the same time, the most genuine parts of who I am!

Your portraits always feel like something from another world, woven from magic dust and inspiration straight from the soul...

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Helen

 

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Black and white photo of a person on a misty beach reaching up toward seagulls flying over the waves.

 

Let's document your story

 

Whether you're planning a wedding, a family session, or just want some photographs of yourself, I'd love to hear your ideas.

Tell me what you have in mind, and we'll figure out the rest together.