Paulina Gwaltney | Shtooka Atelier
Photographer • Stylist • Educator • Industry Speaker
Paulina Gwaltney is a multi-talented creative professional photographer known for delivering high-impact visual results for photographers, studios, brands, and event organizers. With a strong reputation for producing striking imagery in small spaces and on efficient budgets, Paulina provides practical, results-driven solutions that elevate visual output without inflating production costs.
Originally from Warsaw, Poland, Paulina immigrated to the United States in 2004 and has since built a successful photography and styling business centered on innovation, problem-solving, and resourceful creativity.
Drawing from early influences in garment construction, Paulina specializes in creating custom wardrobe pieces using streamlined materials and methods—including full outfits built with nothing more than fabric and a stapler. This unique approach allows her to offer clients bespoke styling and creative direction with minimal overhead.
Through Shtooka Atelier, Paulina provides:
Styling for photographers: custom wardrobe, creative direction, and story-driven styling tailored to each session.
Set & bay styling for workshops and expos: cohesive visual narratives, curated wardrobe plans, and guided posing environments that enhance attendee experience and improve image quality.
Education & consulting: posing instruction, styling training, wardrobe-building skills, and one-to-one creative mentoring designed to help photographers increase the value of their work and stand out in competitive markets.
Paulina’s goal is simple: to help photographers and creative teams produce exceptional images with smart, efficient, and innovative styling solutions.
