The historical and working context of women in the Soviet era had a significant impact on the Baltic States, particularly in advancing women’s emancipation. The Kreenholm Factory, located in Narva on the border with Russia, was a cotton mill that stands as a symbol of women’s labor and resilience. The stories of these women laid the groundwork for the struggle for rights and emancipation, creating a thread that connects past and present in the Baltic region.
This evolution can be explored not only through ethnographic research but also through artistic practice. In my photographic project Passengers Across Borders, I use image manipulation and collage to create a temporal space where past, present, and future intertwine, addressing the multiplicity of fragmented selves and autobiographical narratives.
The project raises questions such as: How does the Soviet female image engage us today? How do art and anthropology intersect? How has this history influenced my personal experience as a woman in another country?
By focusing on the position of women in contemporary society, the work seeks to celebrate their voices and encourage reflection on gender roles and perceptions, particularly prompting male viewers to reconsider and deepen their awareness through visual engagement.
It is structured in two complementary volumes, each exploring different aspects of women’s condition, their role in society, and their relationship with historical and cultural contexts