Your run, your world —
let me show it.
Running portraits made with care, intention and creativity.
Welcome — I’m glad you’ve found your way here. If running is a part of your world, this is a place where that world can gently come to life in photos.
If you’ve ever felt you just can’t look good in running photos…
Over the years I’ve realised something: so many runners believe they simply can’t look good in running photos… even though in real life they are strong, confident and inspiring — incredible athletes and amazing people. So I’d like to share this with you — because I truly believe it:
There’s no such thing as someone of whom it’s impossible to take a good running photo.
If you’ve ever thought that good running photos are never taken of you, the reason is almost certainly not that good running photos cannot be taken of you.
So this is what I do.
I photograph runners with care and intention, so that the photos show you at your best. I only deliver images where you can genuinely feel good about what you see. And whenever it suits you, we can also bring in creative ideas, so your photos feel personal and unique — just like your running does.
My job is simple: I want you to have running photos you actually like. During our sessions I guide you gently, paying attention to the details that matter — movement, posture, expression, light and timing — to create images that feel natural and authentic.
And please don’t be afraid — this isn’t fashion posing or acting. It’s definitely not about pretending to be someone you’re not. You don’t have to “perform” for the camera. Just show up as yourself. Run the way you always run — I’ll take care of the rest and look after the photos.
Hi, I’m Nilla,
And, just like for you, running has become part of my world. I’m grateful that I can bring together two things I truly love: running and photography.
I love composing images, experimenting with ideas, learning from talented photographers who inspire me — and above all, loving the way people feel when they see themselves in my photos.
- Each photoshoot is tailored to you — your pace, your mood, your way of running.
- I help you prepare for the shoot in advance, with practical guidance on clothing, gear and everything that can make the session smoother.
- Even with a planned concept, the photoshoot stays flexible —there’s always room to try new ideas if something inspiring comes up on location.
- I focus on capturing the most advantageous running movements.
- If you’d like to, we can also bring creative, unique ideas into your session (such as light painting or using special locations).
My goal is that you’ll enjoy seeing yourself in these photos just as much as you enjoy the experience of running itself.
Key advantage
Guaranteed flattering, thoughtfully composed running portraits — with creative solutions where you want them.
Why you should work with me?
Customized concepts
Well-timed photos
Flexible photoshoots
Running Photography Services
Creative, personalized running portraits of you — based on your own ideas or what we dream up together.
Photography for running teams and clubs — as well as informal running groups and friends who run together.
Photography of running events, races and community runs — out on the course.
“I always look forward to seeing the images after a race whenever she’s the one behind the camera.”
Nilla is a highly creative and professional photographer. She invests a great deal of energy in continuous self-development, which clearly shows in the quality of her work. She notices the potential even in the smallest details and has an abundance of ideas.
Her clear, direct guidance made the photoshoot feel smooth and easy, and I genuinely had a great time. Thanks to her advice, I always knew what to do and how to do it — yet I could still remain completely myself in the photos.
She is kind, supportive, and I wholeheartedly recommend her. She truly brought out the very best in the images, and I absolutely loved the final photos.
Eszter, runner
I’m very grateful to Nilla for her patience and for the way she was fully focused on finding special backgrounds and colours that truly completed the images throughout the shoot.
At the beginning, in the city setting, I felt quite shy and I was at a loss — but once we moved out into the forest and I started to feel more at home, I was able to relax and really become part of the process. We laughed a lot along the way.
Thank you for the experience!
Palma
Thanks to Nilla, truly great photos are taken of runners in beautiful settings.
I always look forward to seeing the images after a race whenever she’s the one behind the camera.
Csaba
Nilla sees what matters — and brings out the best.
László
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Behind The Lens: My Writings On Running & Photography
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Steel Wool Photography Meets Running Photos
For a long time I’d been fascinated by the genre known as steel wool photography — and one day, everything finally came together for us to give it a try.
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The road so far
Today I’d like to tell you about the two activities that mean the most to me — the two paths that eventually led to Nilla Nim Photo.