Looking for: A mature, intelligent and confident man who is ready for a real relationship. I appreciate men who are responsible, curious about the world and know how to combine ambition with kindness and affection.

About me: Originally from Ukraine and currently living in New York, I have built a life full of movement, creativity and new experiences. I work with photography and love traveling, discovering different cultures and meeting interesting people. At the same time, I appreciate quiet evenings, meaningful conversations and the feeling of being close to someone.

Qualities that I appreciate in people the most: Honesty, emotional maturity, loyalty, intelligence, kindness and a sense of humor. I admire people who remain themselves regardless of where they are or who is watching.

My goals for the future: To continue developing creatively and professionally, discover more of the world and build a stable, loving relationship. I would like to create a life where career, travel, home and love complement each other rather than compete.

My travel destinations (past or future): Travel has become a big part of my life — I have visited more than 50 countries. Ukraine, the United States and different parts of Europe all have special memories for me. Yosemite impressed me with its nature, while cities such as Los Angeles, London and New York have completely different energy. There are still many places on my list.

I spend a lot of time thinking about (or my dream is): My dream is not simply to see every country on the map. It is to have freedom, meaningful work and eventually someone beside me with whom I can say, “Where should we go next?”

My favorite movies, books, music, shows: I enjoy films with beautiful cinematography, psychological dramas, documentaries and stories based on real events. My music depends on the moment — energetic playlists when I am working or traveling and something calmer in the evening.

My favorite food: Ukrainian food will always feel like home to me, but traveling made me very open to other cuisines. I enjoy Italian, Mediterranean and Asian food, seafood and discovering small authentic restaurants.

Pets in my life: I love animals and feel especially comfortable around dogs. If my lifestyle becomes a little less travel-heavy, I would love to have a pet as part of my home.

My hobbies and what I'm good at: Photography, traveling, discovering new places, visual art and creating beautiful memories. I am good at finding interesting details in ordinary surroundings — sometimes the best photograph or memory happens when nothing was planned.

Talking about sports: I like staying active rather than following one strict sports routine. Walking around New York can already become a workout! I also enjoy hiking, fitness and outdoor activities, especially when traveling.

The five things I can't live without: My family, my camera, traveling, music and new impressions.

You should message me if: You are confident enough to meet an independent woman but romantic enough to make her forget about being independent sometimes. Extra points if you have a destination in mind that you think could surprise a woman who has already visited more than 50 countries.

Job: Photographer