THAT'S ME

Natalia
Zapata

I’m a photographer and journalist, born in Cali Colombia in 1993, who’s work is guided by a profound connection to nature and a fierce passion for social justice. Raised by biologist parents, I was always immersed in the natural world. I also had the opportunity to live abroad from a very young age, in countries such as South Africa and Brazil. This upbringing sparked my passion for different cultures and languages.

I fell in love with photography in high school while taking an analog photography elective and have been taking photos ever since. I developed my photography skills through self-study and hands-on experience, which I later refined at the Escuela de Fotografía del Valle in my hometown Cali, in 2018. 

I pursued university studies in journalism, history, law and foreign languages in France and Germany; seizing the opportunity to travel and photograph across Europe.

My goal is to capture the stories that shape our world. One of my most significant works was extensively covering the 2021 Paro Nacional protests in Colombia, where I documented the unfolding violence and the resilience of the people.

Currently based in Berlin, I divide my work between Colombia and Europe, dedicated to capturing  stories waiting to be shared.

Location: Berlin Germany
Email: nataliazm44@gmail.com