An Israeli photographer creates a project dedicated to Ukrainian women in Israel. Models pose in traditional Ukrainian costumes against the backdrop of Israeli cities, uniting the culture and history of the two nations.
Photo project by Israeli photographer Olga Savinadedicated Ukrainian women in Israelbecame not only a way to preserve cultural heritage, but also a bridge between two peoples.
Models dressed in traditional Ukrainian costumes pose against the backdrop of Israeli cities, creating a visual story that unites past and present.
“I would like to do a series of filming about Ukrainian women in Israel.
Images that unite past and present.
Models dressed in regional costume (costumes typical of the regions they came from) against the backdrop of the cities where they now live." – Olga Savina says.
Project concept: past and present
The idea for the photo project was born from Olga’s personal interest in traditional Ukrainian clothing. She researches, collects and restores regional costumes to preserve the memory of her culture.
The costumes used in the project are either ancient outfits that are over a hundred years old, or their exact replicas. Every detail reflects the characteristics of a certain region of Ukraine, and the locations in Israel emphasize the contrast between the past and the present.
Filming locations: key points
Kiev region in Haifa.
Marina, originally from the…
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