Natalia Sharomova
Natalia Sharomova is a photojournalist from Kyiv, Ukraine.
Her photography captures cultural, political, and environmental themes. She has been active in the field since 2009, working with leading newspapers in Ukraine and documenting significant political events, including her work in the Ukrainian Parliament. Natalia has been closely involved in political affairs in Ukraine and has undertaken a project about Anna Kyivska (Anne of Kyiv 1030-1075) in France.
In 2012, Natalia was honored with the prestigious 'Photographer of the Year' award in Ukraine.
Her notable achievements include winning the XV International Photo Contest "Day-2019".
Natalia is a drone pilot photographer and videographer. Has been leading the aerial project about the Beauty of Land.
Following the onset of conflict in her homeland, she relocated to Farnham, UK, in 2022. There, she has continued her photographic endeavors, contributing to local publications and engaging with the community through art initiatives. Notably, she has been leading the photo project "UNBOWED: Stories of Ukraine" and serving as a photography mentor for "Putting Ourselves in the Picture part 2" with Fast Forward and Anna Fox at the University for the Creative Arts.
For those interested in exploring her work further, Natalia maintains an active presence on social media platforms, including Instagram and Facebook.
Her photography not only showcases technical proficiency but also conveys deep narratives, reflecting her commitment to storytelling through visual art.
Natalia Sharomova working under the sarcophagus at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in 2019. The sarcophagus, officially known as the "New Safe Confinement," was constructed to contain the radioactive materials following the 1986 disaster. Access to the interior is highly restricted due to safety concerns.
Natalia Sharomova near Bucha, Kyiv region in 2022 after liberation from russia occupation. Was takes photos of destroyed cities such as Borodyanka. Bucha, Irpyn.
In 2018 Natalia captured a series of aerial photographs showcasing Ukraine's rural landscapes. These images, taken from a helicopter, highlight the country's lush fields, winding rivers, and the dynamic interplay of cloud shadows over the terrain. This project offers a unique bird's-eye perspective on Ukraine's natural beauty.
Beginning in 2009, she served as a reporter photographer for a leading Ukrainian newspaper, where she documented significant events in the Ukrainian Parliament (Verkhovna Rada). Her work involved recording intense moments of political life, contributing to increased readership for the publication.