Untitled. Srawberry Andreevna 2017

Alevtyna Kakhidze made this drawing, entitled *Strawberry Andreevna*, using basic drawing materials. The simplicity of the materials – pen, colored pencil, and paper – belies the complexity of the subject matter. Kakhidze uses a direct, unadorned style, reminiscent of folk art or even children’s drawings. The labor involved is evident in the artist’s hand, each line a testament to the artist’s deliberate process. The composition is carefully constructed, with a clear sense of space and form. Look closely, and you'll see that the figure’s pose and expression convey a quiet strength and self-assurance. The artist has imbued the artwork with cultural significance by capturing a slice of everyday life in a rural setting. By elevating these ordinary materials and subject matter, Kakhidze challenges traditional distinctions between fine art and craft, inviting us to reconsider the value and meaning we assign to different forms of creative expression.