My resume in PDF format

About Me

I was born in a picturesque corner of Ukraine into a family of artists, so creative blood flows in my veins.

Hello, I am Liubov Kartashova — a photographer and researcher, because I love to learn, observe nature, explore, and discover new horizons in photography.

My journey as a photographer began in my youth, when I took my father's Smena 8M camera and, saving film, searched for unique shots. Over time, my arsenal of photographic equipment was replenished and updated. I can officially say that I became a photographer in 2011. At that time, I had a semi-professional Canon camera, but that didn't stop me from working and creating my first masterpieces.

From 2010 to 2015, I studied at the Zhytomyr State University named after I. Franko, specializing in IT engineering and information technology.

I successfully defended my thesis on “Computer Graphics.” I worked, studied, and improved my skills. I attended workshops, traveled, gained new experiences, and filled myself with creative vision.

I gained knowledge in photography both independently and with the help of professionals. In 2020, I completed a professional photography course at the New York Institute of Photography and received a diploma.

I worked with different genres of photography, lighting schemes, techniques, and in different conditions, with people who helped and inspired me, criticized and changed me.

I have been collaborating with Adobe Stock since 2018, and in 2022 I received an award from the Adobe Creative Residency Community Fund.
Between 2022 and 2025, I received awards and prizes in photo contests and also participated in Adobe training missions.
Some of them are: Local Crafts, Daily Living, Blossoming Spring, Best of 2022, Best of 2025.

In 2020, I discovered a new passion — research: “The Effect of Ultraviolet Light on Plants,” which continues today.

This culminated in the "Energy of Life" photography exhibition, held in late 2025 at the Bastion Fortress Gallery in Ivano-Frankivsk. It is a story told through photographs, exploring the invisible Universe around us, harmony, light, and the inner spark.

January 13, 2026 – "Energy of Life" photography exhibition, Ovruch

March 21, 2026 – "Energy of Life" photography exhibition, Kyiv

April 21, 2026 – "Energy of Life" photography exhibition, Zhytomyr

June 18, 2026 – Awarded the Gold Medal at the prestigious awards ceremony for The RHS Botanical Art and Photography Show 2026 at the Saatchi Gallery, London. Also received two special distinctions: Best Portfolio Photography Exhibit and Best Single Image, Photography for the series "A Path of Revelation: Sunflower under Ultraviolet Light".

In 2025, on my initiative, the social project “Our Heroes” (Facebook) was launched — about brave young men, defenders of Ukraine, with the aim of raising funds for the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. I tried to capture not only their experiences and emotions in photographs, but also to preserve a historical moment.

In 2024, I started shooting short videos for various purposes and for content on social media.

I maintain my own Facebook and Instagram pages.

I am proficient in Photoshop, Lightroom, and Premiere Pro.

I create custom designs for photo books.

In addition to all of the above, I am a mother of two children, a teacher, and a woman who loves flowers, smiles, and life.

And remember!
Your time and your memories are priceless, so save the beautiful moments of your life for yourself!

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