On May 1, 2025, as part of Design Week at KNUTD, an online lecture titled “Current Trends in Photography Design” was delivered by Artur Verkhovetskyi, a renowned photographer whose work has been featured in world-renowned publications such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, ELLE, GRAZIA, Schön!, Forbes, L’OFFICIEL, and Cosmopolitan.
The lecture attracted a wide audience, including students from the bachelor’s and master’s programs in Multimedia Design, Graphic Design, and Design (by types), as well as faculty members of the Faculty of Design. Among the attending professors were Kalyna Pashkevych, Olena Vasyliyeva, Vadym Batrak, Valerii Skliarenko, Olena Slityuk, Volodymyr Padun, Mykhailo Astanin, Ruslana Khynevych, Sergii Lavrusenko, and others.
This event was also part of the Ukrainian Design and Innovation Week (UDIW), extending its reach to guests of the broader event, as well as students and faculty from Polissia National University, Zhytomyr Ivan Franko State University, and other educational institutions.
Snapshots from the lecture by Artur Verkhovetskyi
During his presentation, Artur Verkhovetskyi shared valuable insights into current trends in photo design and discussed the intricacies of creating contemporary visual projects. He illustrated his talk with vivid examples from his own work, guiding the audience through each key stage of development – from the initial concept to its final realization.
The lecturer placed special emphasis on the creative exploration process, the preparatory work, and the development of photo project concepts, highlighting their significance in the broader creative workflow.
His presentation captivated the audience with its depth, relevance, and the palpable passion he has for the art of photography.
Snapshots from the lecture by Artur Verkhovetskyi
Following the lecture, participants had the opportunity to ask Artur Verkhovetskyi questions, sparking an engaging and lively discussion. The audience showed strong interest in various topics related to photography – from the creative approach and subject selection to the technical aspects of shooting and tips for launching a career in photo design.
This interactive session provided attendees with a deeper understanding of the image-making process and inspired them to further develop their own creative skills.
We sincerely thank Artur Verkhovetskyi for delivering such an inspiring and meaningful session, which left a lasting impression on everyone!
16.05.2025
