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Burak Kayaalp

@burakkayaalp

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Documentary photographer and community-focused artist creating compelling visual stories for people and ecology.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I seek creative roles combining documentary/photo-essay commissions, community outreach, and workshop delivery within mission-driven or ecological organisations.

I am a documentary photographer and visual activist who creates photographic work and photo essays for ecological businesses, charities, publications and community projects.

I hold a First Class BA in Documentary Photography and Visual Activism (2020–2023) and an MA in Contemporary Dialogues (2023–2025, Distinction). My practice spans fine art exhibitions, commissioned commercial shoots, and public-facing outreach.

I have been commissioned to produce photo essays and product/lifestyle imagery for organisations including Mulch Organic, Cerebra Charity and Swansea Bid, and published in Riotess Magazine, Sique Magazine and Pretence Magazine.

I run photography workshops for diverse age groups, design websites, manage social media and customer relations, and bring studio, lighting and carpentry skills to both creative and practical project delivery.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Outreach Artist

Current

Swansea College of Art

Jan 2023 - Present (3 years)

Ran photography-based workshops for various ages and led community-facing art projects since 2023, fostering participation and developing educational materials. Delivered outreach programs that connected local communities with visual activism and documentary photography.

Workshop Facilitation Documentary Photography Community Engagement Visual Activism Curriculum Development Public Speaking Project Coordination

Product Photographer

Self-Employed

Jan 2004 - Dec 2020 (16 years 11 months)

Provided product photography, website design and advertising services for clients across England and France, improving online presentation and sales-ready imagery for e-commerce. Managed client relations and delivered images for web and social media over a 16-year freelance period.

Product Photography Studio Lighting Adobe Photoshop Website Design Social Media Client Relations

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Wales, Trinity Saint David

Master of Arts, Contemporary Art / Contemporary Dialogues

2023 -

Grade: Distinction

Activities and societies: Exhibitions, research projects, residencies

Pursuing an MA in Contemporary Dialogues with a focus on contemporary art practice and critical discourse; progressed with Distinction.

University of Wales, Trinity Saint David, Swansea College of Art

Bachelor of Arts, Documentary Photography and Visual Activism

2020 - 2023

Grade: First Class

Activities and societies: Exhibitions, outreach workshops, portfolio development, student award recipient

Completed a BA in Documentary Photography and Visual Activism with First Class honours, focusing on documentary practice and community-led visual projects.