Photographer Maryna Sulym stands in front of Local Foreigners exhibition display in the Museum of Edinburgh

Hi, my name is Maryna and I am a portrait and event photographer in London

My goal is to help you get the best portraits that you love. I am the author of the Local Foreigners documentary project, which is a collection of portraits and stories from people who have moved to the UK from various countries. The project has been exhibited in various museums in the UK, such as the Museum of Edinburgh.

Working with hundreds of people from different backgrounds and tastes has taught me the value of listening to my clients' feedback. I will work with you to provide you with the best results based on your preferences. I understand that being photographed can be a slightly stressful experience for some people, and I will do my best to reassure you and show you in the best light possible.

As a Ukrainian living in London, I am always fascinated by the city. I love creating images that showcase its landmarks and overall vibe. Having traveled the world and being an avid hiker, I know the best times and angles for landscape and cityscape photography. I walked hundreds of miles with my camera to get that magnificent view. I have experienced rain, wind, sunshine, and sandstorms while taking photographs, and I have come back with the most memorable pictures that have made people want to visit the places from my pictures.

Exhibitions

London College of Communications, London, UK
November 2021

UAL Graduation Show

Local Foreigners: Great Yarmouth

Time & Tide Museum, Great Yarmouth, UK
June 2022

Local Foreigners: Edinburgh

Museum of Edinburgh, UK
March-September 2023

Local Foreigners: Edinburgh

Edinburgh Multicultural Festival, UK
October 2023

Local Foreigners: Edinburgh

WHALE Arts, Edinburgh, UK
March 2024

Talks

London College of Communications, London, UK
November 2021

Migration and photojournalism

Representation of migration in media

East Norfolk Sixth Form College, Great Yarmouth, UK
March 2023

Ethics and processes of photographic projects

East Norfolk Sixth Form College, Great Yarmouth, UK
March 2023

Memories of Ukraine

The Museum of Migration, London, UK
January 2023

Symposium on Perceptions of Migration

Online, Edinburgh and London, UK
September 2023

Local Foreigners: Sheffield

Migration Matters Festival, UK
June 2024