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Documenting the lives of young people in Russia, strongly influenced by tradition, social media, and politics.

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'Control Refresh' documents the lives of young people in Russia, strongly influenced by tradition, social media, and politics. A Russian passport gave Toma Gerzha (RU/NL) access to (remote) cities in Russia over the past three years. She captured her peers living, dreaming, and enjoying themselves while surrounded by war propaganda. These are difficult times for Russian Gen Z’s. They are afraid to speak out against the war. They see the military propaganda around them and fear being drafted to fight in Ukraine. 'Control Refresh' features a variety of photographs, captions, and a timeline of events from Russia’s recent history to provide context for the youth’s well-being.

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Documenting the lives of young people in Russia, strongly influenced by tradition, social media, and politics.

Biografie

Toma Gerzha (2003) is a mixed media artist born in Moscow and currently based in Amsterdam. She is known for her photography and mixed media work, which primarily explores themes related to the Eastern European mentality, feelings of not belonging, and the perspective of being both an insider and an outsider. Her art often explores the lives of young people and the impact of political and social dynamics on their everyday experiences. Gerzha’s work has been exhibited in various cities around the world, including London, Amsterdam, Paris, Copenhagen, and Seoul. Her photography captures the essence of coming-of-age moments, often depicting ‘party culture’ as a form of escapism for the youth she photographs.

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