This artwork was created during the war in Ukraine. It shows that even in difficult times, wonderful things still happen—you just have to keep the light inside.
All the photos were taken from the same window in an apartment where I was stuck during the war. Back then, the view of the sea changed constantly, and not just because of the weather. Enemy ships would appear on the horizon, our military boats would pass by, and drones and missiles were shot down every few days. All these beautiful and frightening moments played out right outside that window.
Now I see clearly that the best day is today.
AWARDS
•Luxembourg Art Prize 2023 – Special Recognition
•IPA / Deeper Perspective 2023 – Honorable Mention
•Life Framer 2023 – Short List
•HIPA 2023 – Short List
•BIFA 2023 – Honorable Mention
•IPA / Deeper Perspective 2023 – Honorable Mention
•Life Framer 2023 – Short List
•HIPA 2023 – Short List
•BIFA 2023 – Honorable Mention
PUBLICATIONS
•PX3.17 - Prix de la Photographie – Ebook – Paris, France 2023
•Illya Bel Annual Calendar 2024
•Illya Bel Annual Calendar 2024