ABOUT
Hi, I'm Lukasz.
I am a photographer currently based in London, UK.
I use photography to make meaningful connections with people and explore our shared experiences, sharing untold stories and making the invisible visible. My approach encompasses both documentary and creative projects. My work is often inspired by national identity, human rights, community and well-being.
I’m not just an observer; I initiate genuine dialogue with my subjects. This exchange shapes the image - guided not by my narrative, but by a natural curiosity about their moment and experience.
My camera is my tool that allows me to meet people and interact with them in ways that wouldn't otherwise be possible. It opens conversations and helps me learn and convey something about other human beings.
Exhibitions, awards, publications
2025 Liberating Love Exhibition - Portraits of the local queer community
2025 POSE exhibition, Queerfest, Norwich, UK
2024 1839 Awards - Honourable Mention, Category: Portrait
2024 100 Faces of Croydon - community project by London Mozart Players
2023 The Royal Photographic Society - International Photography Exhibition 165 - Shortlist
2023 International Photography Awards - 2nd Place, Category: Editorial / Press-Personality
2023 Shutter Hub’s OPEN Exhibition
2023 Queer Britain Madame F Art Award - Special Mention
2022 Portrait of Britain - Shortlist
2022 Budapest International Foto Awards - Bronze Winner, Category: Editorial-Personality
2022 Budapest International Foto Awards - Honorable Mention, Category: People-Portrait
2022 International Photography Awards One Shot / Color Photo Contest - Official Selection, Category: Portrait
2022 Shutter Hub Yearbook Exhibition - Portraits of Strangers
2022 We Are Queer Britain Exhibition - Portrait of Asifa Lahore
2022 Mid Year Review Zine - Glasgow Gallery of Photography
2020 The International Portrait Exhibition - Glasgow Gallery of Photography
Jane Cornwell, journalist. London Evening Standard
“As a longtime journalist I have worked with many, many photographers. I know how rare it is to have that special eye, that extra something, that makes a portrait zing. Lukasz Izdebski has that, and more. From the moment I arrived at the shoot I was made to feel at ease. The ambience was just right; Lukasz has impeccable musical taste, and invests time in finding out who you are, so to bring out that essence in a photograph. Serious, fun, corporate, arty ... Lukasz really got me. Hugely recommended.”
Mary Jane Holland, Performer
“I have collaborated with Lukasz Izdebski on several occasions, in different settings and environments. As someone who is rarely in front of the camera, Lukasz is a genius at making me feel relaxed and works with me throughout the process to ensure that I am comfortable at all times.”
Merlin the grey, performer
“As a trans person, finding a photographer I can feel fully comfortable with has always been a challenge — and Lukasz has been the most wonderful revelation. From my very first photoshoot with him to now shooting monthly at a local safe space, he’s been attentively capturing my journey as a trans man. Lukasz is my photographer of choice: versatile, knowledgeable, and always up for trying something new. We’ve collaborated on everything from calendar designs and prints to live performance shoots and T-shirt designs, and every time he brings ease, care, and creativity to the process.”
Claudia Golder-coelho, Queer Crodyon
“Working with Lukasz has been such a gift - his gentle hand and thoughtful approach have helped me unpack and explore themes of queerness, faith, community and inner acceptance in a way that feels both vulnerable and empowering. The images we’ve created together have been deeply meaningful, even gaining recognition like a nomination for the Portrait of Britain 2023, and it’s been truly wonderful to share this journey with him.”