This carousel was a part of my childhood and the childhoods of my friends. Today, it stands empty
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The Grey Zone

“The Grey Zone” is an ongoing series, which I've been working on in my hometown of Khutir-Mykhailivskyi since the beginning of the full-scale invasion Russia to Ukraine. The town is located near the russian border, which means living in constant coexistence with the very real threat of occupation and destruction. Yet despite this, there is still a lot of space for love, care, and everyday routine.
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Ruslana Kliuchko

freelance photographer
Ruslana Kliuchko is a multidisciplinary artist and photographer based in Kyiv. Member of MYPH. She received her MA from the NAFAA in 2024. In her artistic practice, Ruslana explores the relationship between humans and the environment, impacts of war, questions of memory, place, and personal experience. In 2026 she was nominated on FUTURES Photography Platform by Odesa Photo Days.