Yassen Grigorov

Yassen Grigorov creates distinct photographs, working on analogue media across 35mm and medium format film. He's primarily focused on documentary works that aim to engage the viewer with uncommon narratives that bring attention to lesser known sociopolitical issues.

Grigorov gathers inspiration from his family, his peers, as well as media. His most recent project is the result of a confrontation with years' worth of negative convictions surrounding his national identity, clashing with his newfound appreciation for his familial and ethnic roots.

Grigorov is steadily establishing himself as an artist to follow and invest in, both in his home country of Bulgaria and in the United Kingdom, where he's based, having graduated with First Class Honours from the BA Photography course at the University of Westminster. His artwork is consistently featured in a variety of print and online publications and exhibitions, and his most recent project, "Exemplary Home" has won a second place prize in its category at the prestigious 2020 International Photography Awards and third in the 2021 BECA Photo Awards. The artist concluded his first solo exhibition at the Ko-Op Gallery in Sofia in August 2021, to positive feedback and extensive media co...

BA (Hons) Photography, University of Westminster, Class of 2020 - First Class Honours

The Other Art Fair London 2021
"Exemplary Home" at KO-OP Sofia. Jul/Aug 2021
"Perspectives" at The Hoxton 253, London - Jul 2021
Graduate Showcase 2020 by Vice x The Photobook Cafe - Jul 2021
Hidden Histories by InConversationWith
Photoscratch
Traia x Pinsharp Magazine
Offspring Photomeet - The Rural
Photograd 2020 Graduate Showcase
Freerange x Clearchannel UK National Billboard campaign
A Man Can't Leave by Bread Alone - University of Westminster BA Photography 2020 Online Degree Show
Sweetart Naughty and Nice Exhibition
Moderated Reality at The Anise Gallery, London