Natosha Via
is a documentary photographer focused on stories of everyday folks whose struggles, successes, and connections are invariably woven into the undercurrents of ailments and achievements in our society as a whole. She uses photography to honor the humanity in people with a deep reverence for the layers of community, intimate stories, and life.
Natosha is currently working on stories of individuals and communities who work to collaborate for change, or are in a marginalized position in facing down life challenges. Natosha is driven to highlight stories around social and environmental justice and was the recipient of the Kentucky Foundation for Women Artist Enrichment Grant for 2021.
Natosha currently resides in her hometown of Louisville, Kentucky.
natosha@natoshavia.com | 502-974-7223
Education
Sep 2021
Missouri Photo Workshop 73 : Hometown Edition
July 2021
Strudel Media: Creating Environmental Portraits That Tell Powerful Stories
May 2021
ICP Discovering Your Voice in Long Term Documentary with Susana Raab
Jan 2021
Making, Funding & Publishing Documentary Photography with Daniella Zalcman and Natalie Keyssar
Jan 2021
The In-Between with Angela Douglas Ramsey
Dec 2020
Daily Creative Practices with Angela Douglas Ramsey
Clients
New York Times
Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky
The LEE Initiative
Queer Kentucky
Louisville Magazine
Louisville Folk School
The Moth
Speed Art Museum
Business Insider
NPR
AARP
Reuters
Bullhorn Creative
Kosair Charities
Never Say Die Bar
Crestwood Neighbors by Best Version Media
Waldorf School of Louisville
Thrive Forest School
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