Sasha Maslov
What impact do the many images of contemporary events in Ukraine have on the world, whether made by Ukrainians or by foreign photojournalists? Are there certain kinds of images that lead to greater understanding rather than a repetition of the spectacle of violence? Magnum Foundation invites you to a discussion moderated by ICP Dean Emeritus Fred Ritchin with photographer Sasha Maslov, Magnum Photos Editorial Director Giulietta Palumbo, and curator Kateryna Radchenko. Hosted in conjunction with the exhibition Ukrainian Perspectives: Photography From The 1940s–Now, this conversation is one in a series of events on critical topics surrounding the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, the role of photography in today’s landscape, and decolonization in Ukrainian art.
Thursday, May 4, 2023 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM ET
In-person and online
59 East 4th St, 7W | New York, NY 10003
About the exhibition: Ukrainian Perspectives: Photography From The 1940s–Now is a joint photography multimedia exhibition presented at ChaShaMa by In Ukraine, Magnum Photos and Spilka. This exhibition, curated by Fred Ritchin and Ira Lupu, offers a visual response to political pressures that have been shaping Ukrainian representation for centuries, reclaiming narrative control by offering a glimpse into the daily lives of Ukrainians from their own points of view. Ukrainian Perspectives gives unprecedented access to a combination of archival images of pre-2014 Ukraine and war coverage by Magnum photographers, photos of post-2014 everyday life from Ukrainian photographers, and projections from all groups of participants. The show explores Ukraine and Ukrainians beyond the parameters of war, giving viewers a window into the lives of the people not just surviving the present moment, but also shaping their future.
Magnum Foundation is in an elevator building and has a restroom that is wheelchair accessible and gender-neutral. For access requests or questions, please contact events@magnumfoundation.org. As a small team, we will better be able to respond to requests made at least one week in advance.
Masks are currently appreciated, but not required. We may provide additional instructions ahead of the event.