about me

Hey there!

My name's Emmanuel Kardaras, but most people know me as Mano.

Ever since I was a kid, I've always been fascinated with photography. I would rummage through family albums and have a blast emptying the film in those old disposable cameras. As technology improved with digital cameras and smartphones, my passion for photography grew, and I started getting pretty decent at it. People often told me I had an eye for it, but I never thought I would get into it as a professional hobby.

Fast forward to the summer of 2020, when I finally bit the bullet and decided to buy a full blown professional camera. What initially started as me taking over as photographer of a cocktail blog that I run, soon ballooned to taking photos of food, portraits, and even full blown events with hundreds of people.

On this page, you'll get a sense of who I am through my photography. I don't take myself too seriously and always like having fun during my shoots.

Maybe you're a restaurant owner who wants to show off your delicious menu. Maybe you're planning a special event and want to capture it for all of your guests. Or maybe you want a family portrait to hang on your wall. Whatever you're looking for, I'd be thrilled to work with you!