Olya Helga

Authentic People / Founder

Olya Helga is a Los Angeles–based photographer, creative director, and the founder of Authentic People, a production agency dedicated to creating emotionally driven visual storytelling that bridges fashion, art, and human connection.

Renowned for her cinematic aesthetic and evocative imagery, Olya has collaborated with global brands including CHAGEE, Maria Lucia Hohan, L’AGENCE, and Allies of Skin, and her work has appeared in leading publications such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Forbes, ELLE, L’Officiel, Grazia, and Numéro Magazine.

Beyond her commercial and editorial work, Olya is the creator of Photo Art Therapy, a transformative practice that redefines photography as a medium for self-expression and emotional healing. Her recent projects, such as The Journey Back to Your True Self, explore the intersection of art and psychology, encouraging subjects to reconnect with their inner narratives through imagery.

As both an artist and creative director, Olya brings a holistic understanding of aesthetics, emotion, and storytelling to every project. Her perspective is grounded in visual integrity, cultural sensitivity, and the belief that photography can serve as both an artistic and humanizing force.