Anastasiia Antonenko (Kyiv, Ukraine)

Life in Kyiv in 2022: From Headlines to Reality

Anastasiia Antonenko (Kyiv, Ukraine)

Life in Kyiv in 2022: From Headlines to Reality

Фотопроект
2022

“Life in Kyiv in 2022: From Headlines to Reality” is a project that portrays the complex and dramatic reality of people’s lives during wartime. It is a story that tells of despair, fear, and the struggle for freedom.
Each photograph in this project bears witness to what happened in Kyiv in 2022. They depict peaceful life intersecting with news of war.
Each photograph in this project is unique, as they include cutouts from newspapers that reflect important events in the country. This adds depth and significance to each photograph and forces the viewer to reflect on what is happening around us.
This project is not only a historical document but also an artwork that highlights the importance and significance of human experience and emotions. It can contribute to understanding what happened in the country during the war and help preserve the memory of those who went through these difficulties and fought for freedom.

About author

She acquired her initial knowledge of photography at the Kyiv School of Photography from 2015 to 2016. At the end of 2021, she joined the MYPH school, delving deeper into the world of photographic art. Analog and instant photography, various techniques such as film soup, multiple exposures, working with archival photography, and hand-painting photo films are just some of the methods she employs to realize her ideas.
Her primary goal is to transform photography into a language that communicates with the viewer through emotions, storytelling, and symbolism. Each of her creations is born from a blend of knowledge and improvisation, where details and depth play a pivotal role. The choice of color, composition, and the use of light all contribute to conveying the multifaceted impressions in each of her works.