Nina Kohackova Explores the Emotion Behind Every Image Through Her Lens

BY Sylvester August 03, 2026

Nina Kohackova | London Photography Awards

Nina Kohackova

Slovak photographer Nina Kohackova approaches photography as both a traveller and storyteller, capturing moments that reflect the emotions and experiences found along her journey. Through her images, she hopes to share not only what she sees, but also the feelings that inspired each photograph.

I am a traveller and an adventurer. I attempt to capture life's moments and feelings. My journey is ever-changing, and I'm still learning, but I have come a long way since my first shot.

While I was travelling, I unexpectedly came across a fisherman at work. He immediately captured my interest - he had been a fisherman his whole life, and he radiated calm, happiness, and contentment. I had a strong emotional response.

These photographs and their story invoked the most feelings by far, as well as memories of the moments.

A desire to capture and share my view of the world.

Black & White. It's where all photography started. It conveys emotion through simplicity.

My nifty-fifty lens. That way, I'm always ready - almost having a point-and-shoot experience. It also captures moments very closely, mimicking the human eye.

I'd like them to see what I saw, and feel what I felt when taking the photograph.

The lighting was undesirable.

People and streets - where life happens.

Sebastião Salgado, Dežo Hoffmann, and Josef Koudelka.

Participating is a motivating, inspirational activity fueling your future work. Trust your instincts.

Always be on high alert and ready to capture the unexpected moment.

A good shot is the basis - the post-processing is a way to accentuate the feelings.

I'm cautious about how it can blur the line between real and fake. For me, photography's value lies in the human eye, intentionality, and feeling.

I'd photograph the construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza, focusing on the workers and their daily lives. I'm interested in the human story behind historic achievements.