Ukrainian female artists of the 60's
Through animation and an interactive game, the project will tell about five Ukrainian female artists of the sixties: Alla Gorska, Lyubov Panchenko, Lyudmyla Semykina, Halyna Sevruk, and Halyna Zubchenko. They played a significant role in developing Ukrainian and world culture.
The Sixties are often portrayed as heroes and martyrs. Instead, “60. Lost Treasures” seeks to show them from the other side—not only heroes but also hooligans in art who did not conform to boring stereotypical Soviet images of art. They were young, educated, stylish, and creative people with different worldviews and tastes. They contributed to Ukraine’s independence as they continued to create despite constant fears of punishment and struggles with the system.
To convey the facts not only of the artists’ lives but also of the history of Ukraine, the work on the project will be carried out in close cooperation with scientists.
Visuals:
Tree of Life. H.Zubchenko, A.Horska, V.Zaretsky, H.Pryshedko, 1967. Sketch of a mosaic panel "Tree of Life". For th restaurant "Ukraine" in Mariupol. Plywood, colored paper, applique. The Ukrainian Sixtiers Dissident Movement Museum.
Self-portrait. Lyudmyla Semykina, 1958. Private collection.
Red viburnum. Lyubov Panchenko. Collage with coat fabric. The Ukrainian Sixtiers Dissident Movement Museum.
