Katia Motylova is a photographer and bookmaker, born in Luhansk, Ukraine and based in The Hague, Netherlands. 
In her practice, she explores identity within a political context, drawing from her personal experiences and family history. 
Close ties to the Donbas industry have shaped her interest in scrutinizing propaganda narratives and their impact on lives. Katia combines photography and art bookmaking with a consistent focus on personal stories.

Education
2018-2022 Royal Academy of Art, the Hague (BA)
2007-2010 Lugansk College of Arts and Culture (AA)

Exhibitions
2020 — Fresh eyes photo fair, Westergas, Amsterdam, Netherlands
2022 — Bratislava Off festival, Slovakia, Dom Kultury Dunaj
2022 — Rotlicht Festival, Vienna, Semper Depot
2023 — Whispers & Shouts: Voices of Ukrainian Women Photographers, Fotodok, the Netherlands
2024 — “Her Presence” (Womanhood in Ukraine), Capture Photography Festival, Vancouver, Canada

Awards/Grants
2022 Blurring the lines award
2022 Aperture Paris Photo Book Award shortlisted
2023 Kassel Dummy Award shortlisted
2023 DuPho Student Award
2023 Letterfonds Steunfonds Oekraiense Maker Grant

photo@katemotyleva.com
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