Illia Shypunov Ultimate Photography

01/05/2025

Tommy Vercetti escaped Vice City, became a beach photographer, and still refuses to wear shoes. Crime doesn’t pay, but tropical drip does.

16/04/2025

📼✨ EU Ultimate History is taking flight!

We’re building a public archive of European Ultimate Frisbee history — from the first flicks in muddy parks to legendary beach tournaments, VHS tapes, and stories that shaped our scene. 🥏🌍

🎯 Were you playing in the 80s? 90s? 2000s?
🏙️ Do you remember your first disc, club, or tournament?
📸 Got old videos, photos, or stories buried in a drawer?

➡️ Fill out the form and share your piece of the puzzle: bit.ly/eufrisbeearchives
📝 [also link in bio or on qr code]

Let’s preserve this movement for future players, nerds, and those who still think frisbee is “for dogs only.” 🐶
Photo source: Pinterest

12/04/2025

I have a long story behind this shirt (1st photo).

Back in 2017, when I was an unofficial photographer at WCBU, I spent my days capturing beautiful moments—working from morning till evening with just short breaks for food and a swim. After the tournament, I was contacted by Double Happiness with an offer to collaborate. In exchange for my photos, they created a custom jersey for me (2nd photo), featuring my own design and logo. They also made a few other personalized items, including my favorite: a Kenya National Team jersey with my surname on the back.

Years went by. Then the war came—and I made the decision to voluntarily join the draft.

After some time serving, I realized my ultimate teammates needed support. Civilian players in Ukraine had started organizing auctions to raise funds for them. I decided to contribute most of my ultimate gear: discs, jerseys, and shorts—including the Kenya jersey.

One of my friends, Slava, bought a bundle that included this very shirt. Some time later, he told me he’d be happier seeing me wear it again than anyone else. So he sent it back to me—and now I wear it again with pride.

It has been no ultimate for more than a year now. But the game spirit never left. Always with me.❤️🫡

29/03/2025

This is not a goodbye.

Most of you probably know that I’m now serving as a veteran soldier, defending my country and giving it everything I’ve got — heart and soul.

At some point, during the hardest times of war, I realized that the idea of shooting ultimate professionally no longer brings me joy. In fact, it started to bring me discomfort. Mainly because of the standards I once set for myself.

I used to have insane energy and passion for it. And like any strong drug, it came with powerful highs — and deep lows.

But now, I don’t want to keep pushing myself to the limit.

After I return to the tournaments, I’ll be switching to film photography. A slower, more intimate medium that reflects where I am now.

This page won’t disappear. I want these memories to live on.

Thank you for being a part of it all❤️
XOXO, truly yours. Invisible sideline person.
PS: Let's stay in touch via my ultimate Frisbee playlist on Spotify. It has around 50 ultimate Subscribers so far. And when I turning it on - I think about great times we had (and will have in future) 🥰 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/61q0tfp356qWe9GNTNAKjs...

07/03/2025

Selling Professional Nikon Photography Gear – Perfect for Sports & Action Photography.
Please, spread the word! Details are below

I have been shooting a sports (especially ultimate frisbee) for 10 years. Now don't have time, power or desire to continue it professionally in the future. Therefore, selling this high-end Nikon photography kit. This setup is ideal for sports, action, events, and portrait photography! Everything was recently services, in good condition and has been well taken care of.

📸 Cameras:

Nikon D3 – Legendary full-frame DSLR, built like a tank, amazing low-light performance.

Nikon D4 – A beast of a camera! Fast, reliable, and perfect for capturing action.

🔭 Lenses:

Nikon AF-S VR NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED – The go-to telephoto zoom for sports & portraits, sharp and fast with Vibration Reduction (VR).

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED – Professional-grade standard zoom, incredibly sharp and versatile.

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED – A great everyday zoom lens.

📡 Accessories:

Nikon AF-S Teleconverter TC-17E II – 1.7x zoom extender for extra reach.

Lens hoods – Included to reduce glare and protect lenses.

Nikon Speedlight Flash YN-560 II – Powerful external flash.

Batteries & Charger: Nikon EN-EL4/EN-EL4a batteries + Nikon MH-22 dual charger.

Camera bags – Nikon-branded, fits everything nicely.

💰 Pricing: Selling as a bundle or individually – DM for details!

A rare chance to grab some top-tier Nikon gear that’s battle-tested for sports photography! 🚀

08/02/2025

Reminder that I am selling my gear I used to make all this photos: Nikon D3 + D4, 70-200mm lenses, and 24-70 wide-angle lens. Includes batteries, chargers, and a backpack.
Beau will repost you some day, and you will be as cool as me on the last photo.
Spread the word please.

For details, contact me on WhatsApp: +380506506322

PS:After the war, I’m switching to film photos, this page maybe stay active.

05/02/2025

Selling my photography gear, which I've used for many years to capture all competitions: Nikon D3 + D4, 70-200mm lenses, and a flagship wide-angle lens. Includes batteries, chargers, and a backpack.

Price is below market.

For details, contact me on WhatsApp: +30506506322

After the war, I’m switching to film, so this page will stay active.

19/03/2024