Untitled. Srawberry Andreevna 2019

Alevtyna Kakhidze made this untitled artwork with pen and ink on paper. These are some of the most accessible materials for mark-making, immediate and unpretentious. The artist's hand is very present in the final design. The weight of the black ink contrasts with the stark white of the paper, creating bold outlines of figures and text. The rough quality of the lines suggests a sense of immediacy, as if capturing a fleeting moment. Collage elements add layers of complexity. The image on display combines drawing with found text fragments, a stark juxtaposition of the artist's personal expression and societal narratives. This allows the artwork to communicate on multiple levels, inviting viewers to decipher and interpret the relationships between the visual and textual elements. By incorporating everyday materials and simple processes, Kakhidze blurs the boundaries between high art and craft. She makes a powerful commentary on lived experience. The combination of personal expression and social context challenges the viewer to consider the broader implications of individual narratives.