Rabochiy Bag 2: Isfandiyar

30 September 2025

The hero of the second issue is fashion and commercial photographer Isfandiyar.

His work bag is a true paradise for photography equipment enthusiasts. A professional backpack where everything is neatly organized: from a flash to an iPad for color correction, as well as an unusual camera for experiments and searching for new ideas.

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