Ukraine: Living Inside the Story — Oksana Parafeniuk & Iva Sidash (Part 2)

War doesn't end when the photograph is taken. For many people, that's where the story begins.

In Part 2 of this special two-part conversation, I once again sit down with Ukrainian photojournalists Oksana Parafeniuk and Iva Sidash. While Part 1 focused on home, and their personal journeys in photography, this second conversation moves deeper into the lasting impact of war on individuals, families, and communities. Together, we talk about what happens long after the headlines fade and the cameras move on.

We explore the emotional weight of documenting difficult stories, the experiences of children growing up during war, and the responsibility of telling stories that continue long after a photograph has been made. Along the way, there are also moments of hope, humor, and humanity that remind us why these stories matter in the first place.

Grab a coffee, settle in, and enjoy Part 2 of my wonderful conversation with Oksana Parafeniuk and Iva Sidash.

📸 See more of Oksana and Iva's work:

https://oksanaparafeniuk.com/

https://www.ivasidash.com/

🎙️ Listen to my first conversation with Iva Sidash, recorded in May 2023:

https://thecameracafeshow.com/ivasidash

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