CHINMOY BISWAS
"Olga Volodina is an artist, photographer, performance artist, activist, author of many social and art projects that have been presented at exhibitions in Asia and Europe.
Olga was born in Uzbekistan. At the age of 5, her parents moved her to Russia, where she studied at the Faculty of Journalism.
Due to the unpleasant political situation in Russia, in 2007-8 she moved to Thailand, where she lived and worked for more than 10 years. Olga currently lives in Bulgaria."
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My Identity, 60x90, Photography, 2023
"Childhood memories are never crystal clear. Returning to them, we complete them by brushing layer by layer. Sometimes it is very difficult to hack a memory if the memories are traumatic or do not fit into the concept of the present. You want to be as honest as possible. Where the image blurs and gradually flows into pure abstraction, you can only trust your own sensations and feelings. Senses of fear, anger and resentment caused by constant attempts to assimilate in a place full of xenophobia and intolerance. During her childhood, the author experienced discrimination and violence, which obscured her understanding of her identity, nationality, and sense of belonging. Through this art project, she delves into her past to uncover her true 'self'."
Domestic Romance, 60x90, Photography, 2024
"This project explores the artist’s relationships with men at different stages of her life. Drawing from her personal experience of heterosexual relationships, Olga reflects on love, sex, friendship, jealousy, rivalry, disappointment, and other conflicting emotions that arise in her interactions with men.
Using ironic metaphors and everyday objects, she creates still-life compositions that tell intimate stories – whether they last just moments or span years. The artist is intrigued by both fleeting emotions and deep, thoughtful feelings. She finds inspiration in everything from failed speed dates to long-term romantic connections."
A tale about a lumberjack, 60x90, Photography, 2023
"This project explores the artist’s relationships with men at different stages of her life. Drawing from her personal experience of heterosexual relationships, Olga reflects on love, sex, friendship, jealousy, rivalry, disappointment, and other conflicting emotions that arise in her interactions with men.
Using ironic metaphors and everyday objects, she creates still-life compositions that tell intimate stories – whether they last just moments or span years. The artist is intrigued by both fleeting emotions and deep, thoughtful feelings. She finds inspiration in everything from failed speed dates to long-term romantic connections."