Nadia Abatorab-Manikowska Photographer/Visual Artist

Projects

A Story of ConfidenceDue to the rise of social media self-confidence became a virtue for the contemporary generations. Usually a long process of self-love, self-awareness and self-confidence here presented in a series of images of one slowly acquiring those virtues in front of camera.
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humans resonate at 10HzIs a small abstract series of prints dedicated to my passion for music. The main focus of those photographs are the instruments and the way people move while playing instruments. The instrument in each of the images are very abstract, hard to recognise even. The purpose behind it is to represent the vibrations and the sound made by the instruments and its way of interaction with the human body.
'Untitled'Is an ambiguous and obscure series exploring toxic masculinity and objectification of men. Men are not allowed to show their true emotions and be in touch with their feminine side. The viewers are invited to approach the work with their own ideas.

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HAUNT ME«Haunt Me» delves into the essence of self-exploration, capturing the hauntingly beautiful interplay of light and shadow on latex. The series contrasts movement with stillness and strength with vulnerability, creating a visual narrative that is both captivating and profound. Each frame strikes a delicate balance between these elements, evoking mystery and introspection, and inviting viewers to reflect on their own inner depths. Creative Director & Photography : @claudia.cantarini Movement Direc

Work history

VIDEOGRAPHER, DIRECTORIndependent Influencer

Nov 2019 - Nov 2019London, United KingdomFreelance

Skilled in filming in crowded spaces; Experienced basics of filming a documentary; Made creative decisions; Worked on producing a cohesive plot.

EVENT PHOTOGRAPHERPurple Beach Ltd

Aug 2019 - Aug 2019London, United KingdomFreelance

Photographed '50 Shades of Snowflake' event; Captured special guests on the stage, the musicians, the audience and the external design of the location; Produced aesthetically pleasing images of interior; Worked in difficult light conditions.

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Skills

Project Management
Adobe Creative Suite
Film Photography
Digital Printing
Darkroom Printing
Darkroom Processing
120 Film
Post Production
Studio Lighting
Location Photography

Education

BA(Hons) PhotographyUniversity of Westminster

Aug 2018London, United Kingdom

Year 1 Photography from Invention to Mass Medium Photography from the Cold War to the Present The Photographic Eye The Constructed Photograph Year 2 Advanced Concepts in Photography Advanced Research Methods Vision & Technology Photography for Wall, Page & Screen: Wall Photography Beyond the Frame Professional Practice Year 3 Photography Major Project 1 – Enquiry and Development Photography Major Project 2 – Realisation and Refinement Research Project Professional Futures Mentoring Scheme 2018 - worked with Richard Shellabear - fine art photographer in Todd Baker Mentoring Scheme 2019 - worked with Sam Mellish - freelance photographer and published artist Mentoring Scheme 2021 - I'm currently working with Christa Holka Smoke Radio - recorded and filmed a podcast, was a member of Smoke Radio Events where I was responsible for planning different events Course Rep - had been responsible for passing feedback to the Course Leaders and School Reps Gold Westminster Employability Award