Conceptual nominee

"This is from Matilda" is a still life artwork inspired by the film "Léon: The Professional" that touched me as a child. It explores the value of human life, emigration, loneliness, war, and broken childhood. Through film colors and iconic scenes, I aimed to capture its essence and reflect the current state of the world with a touch of irony. Set design features simple objects with profound meaning to create a conceptual yet representative scene. I believe in photography's transformative power and I hope that my work deeply resonates with viewers.

Irina Lokteva Pikalova is a Spain-based photographer, set designer, and graphic artist. Her works, grounded in a conceptual approach, reflect her background in Communication and Graphic Design. In both commercial and personal projects, she crafts unique visual narratives, integrating contemporary social themes with an evocative use of settings and objects.

Photo Awards:
Minimalist Photo Awards. Conceptual. Honorable Mention (2023)
Epa. Editorial Photography - Still Life. Honorable Mention (2023)

Exhibitions:
Russian Collage Collective exhibition. Moscow, Russia (2019)
Solo Exhibition. (No solo) los cuentos. Valladolid, Spain (2012)

Film:
Short of the year (Spain). Special Jury mention (2019)
Selected: Mumia - Mostra Udigrudi mundial de animação (Brazil)
Short form - International short film festival (Serbia)
Best Horror on Moviscreenpro (United States)