Kyiv

Kyiv is a city of resilient beauty, where history and hope intertwine along its majestic avenues and hidden courtyards. Rich in architectural splendor and vibrant traditions, Kyiv invites contemplation and quiet discovery.

This collection presents a personal perspective on Kyiv’s subtle elegance: golden-domed cathedrals reflecting dawn’s first light, secluded corners revealing artistic treasures, and the serene embrace of its historic streets. Each photograph reflects my intimate journey through Kyiv's poetic moments.

St Volodymyr's Cathedral in Kyiv with its striking yellow facade and neo-Byzantine architecture under a clear sky

St Volodymyr's Cathedral in Kyiv with its striking yellow facade and neo-Byzantine architecture under a clear sky

St Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery in Kyiv covered in snow, with soft winter light

St Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery in Kyiv covered in snow, with soft winter light

St Michael's Monastery in Kyiv lit by morning sun with flaring light and clear sky

St Michael's Monastery in Kyiv lit by morning sun with flaring light and clear sky

St Michael's Monastery in Kyiv photographed in dramatic black and white from below

St Michael's Monastery in Kyiv photographed in dramatic black and white from below

Pechersk Lavra in Kyiv during golden hour, bathed in orange light

Pechersk Lavra in Kyiv during golden hour, bathed in orange light

Belltower of Saint Sophia Cathedral at sunrise with warm purple clouds in the background

Belltower of Saint Sophia Cathedral at sunrise with warm purple clouds in the background

Saint Sophia in Kyiv with soft dawn colours and golden illumination

Saint Sophia in Kyiv with soft dawn colours and golden illumination

Golden domes of Saint Sophia's Cathedral at sunset with warm pink and orange tones in the sky

Golden domes of Saint Sophia's Cathedral at sunset with warm pink and orange tones in the sky

Saint Sophia Cathedral golden domes at dusk under a navy sky

Saint Sophia Cathedral golden domes at dusk under a navy sky

St Andrew's Church in Kyiv

St Andrew's Church in Kyiv

Black and white photograph of the dome interior of St Andrew's Church in Kyiv

Black and white photograph of the dome interior of St Andrew's Church in Kyiv

National Opera House of Ukraine in Kyiv illuminated at dusk with warm golden lighting

National Opera House of Ukraine in Kyiv illuminated at dusk with warm golden lighting

Kyiv Opera House in warm morning light under a vibrant blue sky

Kyiv Opera House in warm morning light under a vibrant blue sky

National Opera House in Kyiv photographed with enhanced sky and dramatic lighting

National Opera House in Kyiv photographed with enhanced sky and dramatic lighting

Modern sculpture in Kyiv resembling a satellite dish in dramatic black and white tones

Modern sculpture in Kyiv resembling a satellite dish in dramatic black and white tones

Sunset behind the tall monument at Glory Park in Kyiv with steps leading up the hill

Sunset behind the tall monument at Glory Park in Kyiv with steps leading up the hill

Silhouette of a slender statue in Kyiv against an orange-red sunset

Silhouette of a slender statue in Kyiv against an orange-red sunset

Fountain in Mariinsky Park, Kyiv, surrounded by lush green trees and symmetrical walkways

Fountain in Mariinsky Park, Kyiv, surrounded by lush green trees and symmetrical walkways

Foggy riverbank with bare winter trees and reflections on the water in sepia tones

Foggy riverbank with bare winter trees and reflections on the water in sepia tones

Tree-lined path in Kyiv's park during autumn with orange leaves and golden light

Tree-lined path in Kyiv's park during autumn with orange leaves and golden light

Calm Dnipro River in Kyiv at sunrise with gentle pink and purple gradient sky

Calm Dnipro River in Kyiv at sunrise with gentle pink and purple gradient sky

Black and white image of Ukraibe House with dramatic sky

Black and white image of Ukraibe House with dramatic sky

The Golden Gate of Kyiv with its red-brick towers and statue of Yaroslav the Wise at dusk

The Golden Gate of Kyiv with its red-brick towers and statue of Yaroslav the Wise at dusk

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Mariinsky Palace in Kyiv under deep blue skies with strong symmetrical composition

Mariinsky Palace in Kyiv under deep blue skies with strong symmetrical composition

Gazebo in a Kyiv park rendered in minimalist black and white

Gazebo in a Kyiv park rendered in minimalist black and white

OWN A PRINT OF KYIV

Images from this gallery are available as fine art prints. Printed to order and shipped worldwide.

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