Evgeny Nikiforov is a Ukrainian photographer and documentarian known for his works exploring the Soviet architectural heritage and modern urban landscapes. He is engaged in photography that captures architectural monuments, mosaics and monumental art of the Soviet period, in particular, objects that are often overlooked by the general public. Nikiforov strives to preserve and rethink the cultural heritage of Ukraine and other countries of the former USSR through his works.
His famous photo project and book"Decommunized: Ukrainian Soviet Mosaics"are devoted to the study of Soviet mosaics in Ukraine and show them as part of a cultural landscape of historical value. The project gained recognition among the art community and drew attention to the preservation of such objects as part of cultural heritage.
