Sergey Bratkov

Sergey Bratkov is a Ukrainian-born photographer and video artist known for his unflinching documentary-style images that examine post-Soviet society, youth culture, and the darker aspects of contemporary life in the former Soviet Union. His work often depicts marginalized communities, street culture, and social dysfunction with a raw, confrontational aesthetic that challenges viewers to engage with uncomfortable realities. Bratkov gained international recognition as part of the vibrant Kharkiv photography scene and has exhibited widely across Europe and beyond.