Untitled. Srawberry Andreevna 2015

Alevtyna Kakhidze made this untitled artwork, probably with ink and paper. The quick, simple lines give it a sense of immediacy. I’m immediately drawn to how Kakhidze captures these figures with such minimal means. The lines are almost childlike, but there's a sophisticated understanding of form and space. You can sense Kakhidze's hand moving quickly, trying to capture a fleeting moment or idea. I can imagine her thinking about the women and flowers in the market. What they represent? What they mean to her? The handwritten text adds another layer of meaning, grounding the image in a specific place and time, with political undertones. It’s a reminder that painting, like any form of expression, is always embedded in a particular context. It also reminds me of other artists like Joan Jonas and Faith Ringgold, who mix text and image. Ultimately, I think Kakhidze invites us to engage with the world in a more thoughtful, critical way, and to consider the many layers of meaning embedded in the everyday.