In this article, Ukrainian photographer Boris Mikhailov shares how he got interested in photography and captured his first masterpiece. While walking with friends, he came across a field full of red flowers and, driven by intuition, took a picture that marked the beginning of his artistic journey. This moment made Mikhailov feel like an artist for the first time in his life.
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Photographer Guram Tsibakhashvili defines the role of photographers in contemporary art as dynamic and ever-changing. From the Daguerre period, photographers have been seen as individuals who change the world, a belief that continues today. Tsibakhashvili emphasizes the importance of passion in an artist's life and how time influences change, which photography captures. Time is a dimension that sparks change. The time factor determines the change of a space, Photography captures this change. He believes book photography is more significant than exhibitions, as books last forever while exhibitions are temporary. Photographer also discusses his inspirations and the artists who influence him.
This rubric introduces three female photographers: Mari Ataneli, Ketevan Magularia and Louisa Chalatashvili
“My storytelling is all about experiencing and celebrating life.” - Mari Ataneli
Photo series represent Ketevan Magularia’s (KetoMa) art photography- colorful landscapes depicting Georgian nature are interpreted through Magularia’s artistic vision. Color acquires a pictorial load in Ketoma’s work and reveals her photographic vision. Ketoma’s photography further explores and intensifies the juxtaposition of artificial and natural. These series explore the pure beauty of landscape in which particular image specifies essence of place and its atmosphere.
Louisa Chalatashvili is a contemporary Georgian photographer. Her subjective perception depicts the sensitive accents of details. Her individual style is revealed in the delicate expression of natural light and details. The whole structure, spatiality, airiness of the works determines the emotional understanding of the image itself.
“Etudes of Nudity… The charm of freedom and the eroticism of unity…” - Mariam Shergelashvili
Gigo Gabashvili's photography, positioned at the intersection of Realism and the photographic medium, explores themes of nudity and freedom. His work, infused with the romantic charm of symbolism, reveals intimacy, allegorical and real pleasure, and the pursuit of an androgynous mythical archetype. This article delves into Gabashvili's unique approach to nudity in photography, emphasizing the eroticism and unity in his art.
“Special Representation: Guram Tikanadze”
“Photographer in Focus: Natalia Grigalashvili”
In this article, Nestan Nijaradze discusses the founding of the Tbilisi Photography and Multimedia Museum, her journey into photography, and her career. She elaborates on the museum's vision and exhibition strategy, highlighting its role in promoting contemporary photography.
This section highlights the Gori Photography Club, which has hosted four exhibitions since its inception. Established in 2013 and becoming a non-profit in 2015, the club focuses on promoting contemporary art and providing non-formal and professional development for young people.
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Ze-Gavlena concept author and Editor-in-Chief: Thea Goguadze
Editor of this edition: Mariam Shergelashvili
Design: Irina Kacharava (ISTUDIO)
Cover: Boris Mykhaylov
