PARTICIPANTS
At the end of the program, every participant chose their favorite photo to present in the final exhibition, offering a visual story from their point of view.
Below, you’ll find a gallery of all participants along with short bios and snapshots of their experiences during the exchange.
António Mendes
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Hi, I'm António Mendes, I was born and raised in Portugal and at the moment I'm still in Highschool studying Multimedia. Portugal always showed me that the small details in life are important, in order to have fun and be happy with our lifes, money, partys and big groups of friends isn't what makes us alive and full. Maybe a cold beer with some friends in Coimbra is enough, and that's the context of the foto I took, show how life some times can be "simple as that”
Maria Amparo
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My name is Amparo. I'm 43 years old.I’m a lawyer and this Erasmus Project in Coimbra is a new experience for me. It's a new change in my life, with challenges I want to learn from. I hope to learn from others and feel good in the future.
Benas Būbnys
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I’m someone seeking to escape the systematic pace of life and spend my young years exploring the world and myself. I live for new experiences and unforgettable moments, often too present to pause for photos. But now I’m learning to capture these memories, so they can live on as reminders of the journey that’s shaping me.
Berke Adna
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Hey, this is Berke aka Adna. I’m 24 and from Türkiye. I’m passionate about video editing. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to travel to more than 17 countries. During these travels, I filmed myself and created travel vlogs, which I edited and shared on YouTube. Exploring new places and meeting new people is something I truly enjoy. These experiences helped me grow as a storyteller and connect with diverse cultures around the world.
Jelena Babić
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I’m Jelena, a 24 year old student from Croatia. Through my photos, I invite you to see moments from my little world captured through my lens and reflected in your eyes.
Dimitar Obesnikov
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Hey I’m Dimitar Obesnikov and I’m 21 and I live in London. I really enjoy this Erasmus+ and I’m grateful for that.
Ina Obesnikova
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Hello. My name is Ina and I’m from Bulgaria. I’ve always liked creating pictures but this time I was really focused on capturing not just plain beauty and aesthetics but something alive. Hope you enjoy these pics.
Hilal İri
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My name is Hilal. I am Master’s degree student at Bologna University. I am 25 years old. I am from Türkiye. Photo that I took called “Imperial”.
Georgi Chernev
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My name is Georgi from Bulgaria and i think people are most interesting to capture.
Elene Grdzelidze
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My name is Elene Grdzelidze, I’m 21 years old and from Georgia. This is my first visit to Portugal, specifically to the beautiful city of Coimbra. I’ve always found joy in discovering new places and capturing special moments through photos. Exploring new surroundings fills me with inspiration and excitement.
Iva Kvesić
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My name is Iva Kvesić, I'm 23 years old and currently living in Zagreb, Croatia. I'm pursuing a Master's degree in computer engineering, and in my free time I enjoy creating art and taking part in Erasmus+ programs, like the one where this photo was taken, in Coimbra.
João Gamito
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My name is João Gamito, i’m 30y, and i’m a very curious person.I took this picture because its a symbol of Coimbra, relates with the students and the university.
Ivona Širić
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Hi, my name is Ivona Širić and I am 21 years old. I come from Osijek, Croatia and I am a student there. I study math but when I want to escape from logic of math I like to escape into nature and capture details with photographies.
María Bolívar
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I am María, I used to be an acrobatic gymnast since I was 6 years old for 11 years. Nowadays, I am interested in Graphic design and Marketing.
Lizi Nozadze
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My name is Lizi Nozadze, I am 19 years old from Rustavi Georgia. I'm currently a second year student studying Media Arts and photography and visiting Portugal for this Erasmus+ project was an inspirational experience.
Monika Šiugždinytė
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Hi, I’m Monika from Lithuania. Even though my profession has little to do with art, I’ve always had a deep love for it especially photography. I find joy in imagining the stories hidden behind each image, feeling the emotions they carry, or simply getting lost in their beauty. This is my first time trying photography myself, using just a few simple tools but a lot of heart.
Maxime Naavgust
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Hi, I’m Max. I’m 18 years old and originally from Georgia and Ukraine. Photography is my biggest passion — I love capturing moments and places while travelling. This is my first time in Portugal, and I’m very excited to be working on a photography project here. It’s one of the best countries to take pictures in, and I’m looking forward to sharing my perspective through my lens.
Mate Natsvlishvili
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Hey, I’m Mate, a friendly person who loves boxing and has a strong talent for art. I can draw, paint, craft maquettes, and create many types of artistic work. I’m also skilled in various sports and physical activities other than boxing. I care deeply about my health, both physically and mentally, and I’m always looking for ways to grow and improve myself. Boxing keeps me disciplined and strong, while my creativity and unique perspective help guide me through life.
Michael González
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Hello , my name is Michael and is my first time living this experience. I like sharing points of views.
Noelia González
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Hi, it's Noelia. I'm 24 and for me Erasmus+ bring me the opportunity to learn about life, people and me, always grateful for this experience.
Šarūnė Augustėnaitė
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I am Šarūnė from Lithuania. I love photography because it allows me to romanticize the little details of everyday life, the ones most people overlook. Through the lens, even the simplest moments become colorful, magical, and full of charm. It’s a way of seeing beauty in the ordinary and turning the mundane into something truly special.
Paula Anić
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Hi. My name is Paula Anić, and I come from Croatia. I'm a 26 years old student and a journalist. I love taking photos and reading interesting books.
Nadezhda Rukova
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Hello. My name is Nadi and I am 17 years old. I'm from Bulgaria and I'm in high school where I study Korean. I love to travel, to learn new things and take pictures of beautiful things.
Stefan Moskov
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Hi, my name is Stefan Moskov. I'm 20 years old and from Bulgaria. This is my first ever Erasmus+ program and I was really excited for this new adventure. I mostly love collecting different items and photos from different countries. Thus this was an amazing experience.
Tanja Mravlinčić
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Tanja Mravlinčić is a trainee curator, art historian, and educator with extensive experience in youth work and personal development. Through psychotherapy studies, body-oriented therapy, and intuitive practices such as tarot and massage, she explores the connections between the body, emotions, and creativity. Her expression reflects a search for deeper understanding of the self and the world.
Yoana Moskova
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Hi, Yoshi here! A creative soul with passion for different aspects of art.
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Viktorija Marcinkutė
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Hello, I am Viktorija, a global marketing student from Vilnius, Lithuania. I am interested in photography and enjoy it as a hobby. I first got into it a while ago when I first tried taking pictures with a professional digital camera and recently started getting back into it. I like capturing everyday moments and places but mainly taking portraits of the people I love, I use photography as a way to express myself and explore my surroundings. While I’m not a professional, I enjoy learning, experimenting, and being part of creative projects.
Salud María Bermúdez Sáez
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I'm Salud, 19 years old, and I'm from Spain. Erasmus is allowing me to experience new cultures and incredible people. I feel very fortunate to be able to participate in these experiences.
Jelena Bakač
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Hello, my name is Jelena. I'm a 22 year old design student from Croatia. I enjoy experimenting and exploring different fields of visual communication.
Austėja Burmonaitė
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I am a mathematics student based in Vilnius, Lithuania. To rest from my work and studies, I travel around Europe to experience new cultures, people, and foods. Have I been to your country? If not, I will at some point :)
Povilas Gaušys
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Hello! My name is Povilas and I am from Vilnius, Lithuania. I study Biochemistry because I am truly fascinated by the chemistry and processes behind life and how tiny molecules make up living organisms. I love spending my free time outside, exploring nature: forests, lakes, rivers and parks or I also have gardening as my main hobby. I am curious to understand how our world works on the molecular and personal level, that’s why, geography and social studies are also a great interest of mine. That’s also why I love travelling, meeting new people from various backgrounds and learning about cultures. I deeply believe that learning about different cultures is one of the best ways to connect between people and nations and I hope to meet as many cultures as I can.
Anano Mikadze
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I am Anano Mikadze, 19 years old, from Georgia. I am an artist and an architect. This was my first Erasmus experience, and I gained a lot of valuable experience. I’m truly thankful to this project for the unforgettable opportunity and the experience it gave me.
Kristina Arakelova
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My name is Kristina, I’m 37, and I’m a passionate human rights advocate with a heart for justice and a suitcase always ready for the next adventure. With years of experience working with the international organizations, I focus on minority rights, and civic engagement, and I truly believe in the power of inclusive dialogue. I am firmly convinced that meaningful change starts with empathy, dialogue, and a good cup of coffee. Outside of work, I love traveling, reading historical fiction, and swimming in open waters whenever I get the chance.
Nazar Pleskach
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Hi, my name is Nazar and I'm from Ukraine. I'm a funny and kind person who loves to settle down.
Paula Vilela
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I am a Visual Arts teacher and I believe that photography can be an accessible and creative form of expression, available to anyone with a camera in their pocket. As part of this Erasmus+ session, I participated as a facilitator, leading a hands-on activity on how to use a mobile phone camera to take good photographs. The experience was especially enriching as it allowed me to combine my artistic and pedagogical practice with cultural exchange, exploring a new city through the eyes of young Europeans, while sharing ideas and creating images together. As an educator, I am deeply committed to human rights and social responsibility, values I strive to incorporate into my work and the experiences I help create. I believe that art and photography in particular can be a powerful tool to give visibility to diverse realities, promote dialogue, and foster empathy between cultures. Collaborating with the organizers and communicating in English was a rewarding challenge that reinforced the value of art as a bridge between people, ideas, and worlds
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