Vita Buivid's Photographic Exploration of War Through Family Memories

Wed, 06 May 2026 23:22:00 +0200

Vita Buivid, an artist originally from Dnipro and currently based in Amsterdam, created the photo series 'How I Spend My Summer,' where she combines idyllic family photographs with images of military conflict, including helicopters, tanks, and soldiers. The project began in 2008 during Russia's invasion of Georgia and has evolved over time, particularly in light of the ongoing war in Ukraine. Buivid’s work reflects a tension between personal nostalgia and the harsh realities of war, drawing from her own family experiences, including her father’s military background. She emphasizes the role of propaganda and self-censorship, which has become increasingly prevalent in Russia, affecting artistic expression and exhibitions. Despite relocating to the Netherlands, where she finds safety and an open environment for critical discussion and exhibitions about global conflicts, the shadow of war remains an integral part of her work. Her presentations have adapted to reflect the urgency of the cur