DESCRIPTION
The state-run school is based in the southern Russian city of Stavropol, some 150 miles from the Olympic resort of Sochi. It is named in honour of Alexei Yermolov, the famous Russian imperial general, and the institution itself is as military-influenced as its name.
A highlight for lots of these youngsters are the trips they go on for field training. During the outings, they spend time at a base, undergo physical drills and practice using weapons.
Many of the instructors have seen active service and their students – who often come from military backgrounds – appreciate the sense of discipline these teachers bring to their courses.
It might sound tough, but it is seen as a treat. Students with bad grades aren’t allowed to go, and those who attend enjoy the opportunity to spend a night away from home with their friends.
AUTHOR
Born in Stavropol, Russia, in 1974. Eduard Korniyenko became a professional photographer in 2000.
In 2002 he joined the Russian Union of Journalists. At present Korniyenko is a full-time photo-correspondent for regional news agency Pobeda26 and a REUTERS Contractor Photographer.
His work as a photojournalist has focused on developments in Northern Caucasus, which has experienced ethnic and intercultural conflict and political and economic instability.
AWARDS
2020
The 2019 Washington Post Open Call for Photographers , Visual storytelling, Winner, Washington, USA.
International Color Awards, Silhouette category, 1st place and Honorable Mention, CA, USA.
The Independent Photographer, People contest, Finalist, Berlin, Germany.
ESPY Photo Award 2019, Digital section, Winner, Wales, UK.
Rosgvardia, “Rosgvardia through the eyes of society”, 1st place, Moscow, Russia.
International Color Awards, Fine Art category, Nominee, CA, USA.
IPA 2018, OneShot : Street Photography-Lifestyle (urban scenery) Honorable Mention, LA, USA.
PX3 PRIX LA PHOTOGRAPHIE PARIS, Press / Feature Story category, Honorable Mention, Paris, France.
Siena International Photo Awards, Portrait category, Finalist, Siena, Italy.
Kolga Tbilisi Photo, Portrait category, Georgia, Finalist.
Head On Photo Awards, Portrait category, Finalist, Sydney, Australia.
The Independent Photographer, Visual Storytelling Photography contest, Finalist, Berlin, Germany.
Felix Schoeller Photo Award, Photojournalism / Editorial Photography, Shortlist, Osnabrück,
