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Thank you for visiting my photostream.
I’m Katrin Ray, a Toronto-based artist, as well as my husband (Yuri Shumakov aka Julian Ray), who is also a composer, whose music inspires me continuously :-)
You can listen to his music at his website.
Well-known in Origami world as Katrin Shumakov, Yuri and I are internationally recognized professional origami artists. First introduced to origami in France in 1989, we developed this art in our unique way. We created the fantastic Oriland world, which consists of amazing creations: goblins and wizards, castles of magical wonder, dragons, princesses, trees and flowers, sailing ships and sea creatures, dinosaur skeletons and so much more including elegant floral arrangements we call Oribana. Our origami designs have been exhibited in different countries across the globe.
See My Galleries of Oriland Exhibitions www.flickr.com/photos/katrins/galleries/
Being mostly involved into paper arts and graphic design, I also explore the world of photography and find it quite flexible for artistic expression. It’s like a digital paintbrush!
All these digital capabilities, available now, allow experimenting with new techniques to create digital art works. So, I definitely will do post-processing where I feel it is needed, or just leave the photograph pristine, depending on my idea.
I am glad to add that I'm a winner of Toronto Photo Contest 2010.
I love creativity and everything connected with it.
Je suis artistique et j'adore ca ! :-)
Have inspirational time here!
Inspiring Photo Art - www.katrinray.com/


I have been chosen to be a featured photographer with my Toy-ronto in the fabulous Soura magazine, in the issue devoted to Miniature and Tilt Shift Photography. I got the 10-page article called "Paper Palette" with 15 of my photographs published there. Check it out!





Wanted to share a great news with you all - I have been chosen as a featured photographer at the most popular Flickr group "The World Through My Eyes"! I'm honored and happy :-)
Feel free to drop by to say hello and read the interview at
group's thread - Meet this weeks FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER Katrin Ray or
on THE WORLD THROUGH MY EYES: FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER blog

My work "Spring. In Work" was selected for PHOTO-OP, a Juried Photography Exhibition
The show was at John B. Aird Gallery, Toronto , Ontario, Canada, September 3 – September 25, 2009

'Snow Queen's Mischief' by Katrin Ray
Winner of The City of Toronto Photo Contest "Building a great city - together", 2010
First /Best Overall in "Toronto by night" category.
www.flickr.com/photos/katrins/4289097793/

I'm happy to share a great news with you all. My Toy-ronto series was featured on the famous Toronto's blogTO!
I was interviewed by the editor Derek Flack and he put together a wonderful article on the series. You are welcome to see it and read some of "behind the scene" facts I'm revealing these about the series at www.blogto.com/arts/2010/12/toronto_turned_into_a_tiny_toy-town
These images were featured as Photo of The Day or in the articles on Toronto's sites:
Featured at articles of Toronto's sites:




Nice news - I have been featured among 30 Toronto-based photographers on this blog blog.piccsy.com/toronto-creatives/30-photographers-from-t... They have chosen this very image to represent me and say I'm capturing Toronto’s most magical moments and scenery. It's nice to be appreciated :-)

This image was voted 1st place in the weekly photo contest in The World Through My Eyes!
My Artwork for Julian Sound Calendar 2012 by Julian Ray Music

My Green Planet appeared in Holland Herald magazine!

My Idyllic Planet made it on a Russian magazine cover!

One of my Astro Projection images on CM Magazine Cover!


© All rights reserved
All my works are copyright protected. You may not copy, download or use them in any way without my permission. Please, do not hesitate to contact me in case you want to use them any way. - Katrin Ray


View My Gallery in FLUIDR mode






Visit Hisako's gallery of our collaborative project "Toy-kyo"

My thoughts about the flashing glitter graphics, large awards and invites in comments.
I think that from aesthetic point of view, it detracts from the photography. Plus, I'm not an award collector.
I really appreciate thoughtful comments... So say something if you feel like, but , please, no volleies of invites or large flashing glitter thingies or self-advertising in my stream - thank you!
Photos of Katrin Ray (185)
Katrin Ray's favorite photos from other Flickr members (274)
Contacts (189)
Groups (50)
- **Quiet (not people) 43,445 photos, 3,224 members
- The book cover club 100 photos, 51 members
- **hokkori / ほっこり写真術 9,612 photos, 651 members
- **osanpo camera / お散歩カメラ 480,402 photos, 12,811 members
- **wa / 和 [ Japanese-style ] 14,782 photos, 758 members
- Something Blue (Only Blue) 239,933 photos, 21,242 members
- Texturized Thursdays... 38 photos, 7 members
- Snowy Ontario 384 photos, 22 members
- orange and blue 4,045 photos, 1,028 members
- Photo News Gallery 21,923 photos, 1,537 members
- Toronto / GTA historic buildings 590 photos, 39 members
- * making planets * 6,985 photos, 1,332 members
- Project Weather 16,731 photos, 3,293 members
- Photographic Impressionism (Seeing Creatively) 7,532 photos, 534 members
- ICM - Intentional Camera Movement - 17.000+ great submissions! 16,642 photos, 2,216 members
- Seasonal differences 1,614 photos, 128 members
- 11-11-11 Flickr Project 645 photos, 251 members
- Misty or Mysterious Landscape Art 8,144 photos, 811 members
- EDGE Creative 60 photos, 2 members
- Fall Into Autumn 70,590 photos, 7,038 members
- Flickr Ideas 0 photos, 10,772 members
- Origami HALLE 100 photos, 26 members
- Project Wall52 284 photos, 42 members
- upon that wishing star 10,302 photos, 1,400 members
- 3D Cross-view only. 18,160 photos, 585 members
- I ♥ Toronto 515 photos, 28 members
- Tree Photos 74,550 photos, 5,595 members
- Fog & Mist 6,123 photos, 758 members
- Trees 228,366 photos, 17,795 members
- TREE PICS 150,525 photos, 13,784 members
- Still Life Art 2,753 photos, 664 members
- Creative Photography 204,881 photos, 9,263 members
- Black Holes, Time Warps and Mushrooms! 1,591 photos, 89 members
- bikeTO 720 photos, 14 members
- Canon Imagination 263,652 photos, 11,610 members
- Fireworks - Just Fireworks 92,704 photos, 15,138 members
- Fireworks 62,551 photos, 17,260 members
- Circle of lights 1,363 photos, 159 members
- Light Painting with Zoom 205 photos, 29 members
- Lightning 27,538 photos, 11,373 members
- Time Lapse Videos 5,504 photos, 2,480 members
- CityNews.ca (Toronto) 2,471 photos, 158 members
- Discover Paper 1,283 photos, 126 members
- The Ladies' Lounge 1,924 photos, 85 members
- :::~BOKEH (ボケ) LAND~::: 55,009 photos, 3,194 members
- Best VIDEOS on Flickr! 21,078 photos, 6,130 members
- Clip City Video 1,540 photos, 512 members
- The shutter divas 7,301 photos, 879 members
- 1000 Cranes for Japan 1,244 photos, 695 members
- Vistek's Photo & Video Pool 2,302 photos, 154 members
Galleries (9)
- Creators & Visitors, ORILAND Exhibition, NY, USA, 2007 (8) 18 photos
- Goblington, ORILAND Exhibition, NY, USA, 2007 (7) 18 photos
- La Magic, ORILAND Exhibition, NY, USA, 2007 (6) 15 photos
- SunCity, ORILAND Exhibition, NY, USA, 2007 (5) 14 photos
- Papertown, ORILAND Exhibition, NY, USA, 2007 (4) 14 photos
Testimonials (5)
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ingrid.wang says:
"Katrin is probably the kindest, loveliest and most supportive wonder photo creator I have had the chance of encoutering on flickr.
I must admit I have been inspired by Katrin since the day I found your stream and at the moment have been experimenting with long exposure zoom and bokeh techniques, though obviously they're not quite as stunning as hers.
The main point being, is just to say that Katrin is such a wonderful and delightful being and the effect she has on people she has never met, spanning oceans and miles of land is incredible; she has the kindest soul and Katrin, you are just sublime."16th April, 2012
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Proleshi says:
"I always enjoy keeping up with Katrin’s work. With each presentation, the photo and her words, she puts forth something positive, uplifting and interesting to look at. Her images are the ones where I almost always have to look at the large size, just so I can soak in all the coolness. To be honest, her tilt-shit images (especially the snowy, night shots) are my favorites! She has a unique way of capturing cityscapes. Looking at her work, you can tell she takes the time to grab just the right exposures—they’re so clean and well-composed.
Thanks, Katrin for sharing your creative works with all of us. Also, thanks for the time you faithfully take to stop by and encourage me with sincere words. Your happy comments always make me smile. I know you have many contacts and it can be difficult sometimes to keep up, but you always do, and I really appreciate it."6th February, 2012
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RiaPereira - here but mostly there says:
"I always enjoy visiting Katrin's stream. Her style and whimsical images are artistic, playful, inspiring and pure beauty. When viewing her magical tilt-shift images I feel like I'm stepping inside a fairtytale. Her talents and creativity never cease to amaze the viewer that comes across her stream - fantastic range and just pure talent! I am truly honored to have found such a wonderful flickr contact and friend and appreciate your conistent and thoughtful encouragement you give me. Much love Katrin."
18th February, 2011
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⊰s ⊱ says:
"I am so impressed by Katrin's inspirational and wonderful creativity that I felt it was time to write this talented and lovely lady a testimonial that is long over due. Her recent work is so astounding she leaves me in awe with each wonderful inventive image.From her series of the blue hour and the painting with brush images to my most favorite of all her fabulous city tilt shift images which I could just sit for hours looking at them all.
Thank you Katrin for your beautiful photography you share on flickr every week loading one brilliant work of art one after the other.Ive also enjoyed the links to your album images for your Julian's wonderful music.
Your dear and sensitive comments on my stream and support is very appreciated. Thank you for being a sweet friend and contact."24th May, 2010
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Karin A ~ says:
"Katrin is such a talented person and it's hard to describe her work in just a few words. Her origami for Oriland is simply amazing and so is her shots. I especially enjoy how she displays her series. It's artistic, poetic, inspirational and always fun to see!
Over the months Katrin has become a true friend. She is such a sweet person, always generous and warm and it seems like she really puts her soul in everything that she does. Thank you for sharing your beautiful world with us!"23rd March, 2009
- Name:
- Katrin Shumakov
- Joined:
- April 2008
- Currently:
- Toronto, Canada
- I am:
- Female and Taken
- Occupation:
- Artist
- Website:
- Oriland: What Origami Can Be!
- Email:
- Katrin [at] oriland.com

























