Fri 26 February 2010
Presentation
A presentation of Yuri Mechitov’s photo album
In association with Paradjanov Festival 2010

Language: In Russian

Supported by the British-Georgian Society

Yuri Mechitov is a renowned Georgian photographer whose work has been showcased all over the world, in 20 solo, and 50 joint, exhibitions. To Yuri Mechitov, Sergei Paradjanov was not only a great director but also a close friend, an inspiring teacher and, quite simply, an extraordinary man. His relationship with the “maestro” gave him a unique insight into Paradjanov’s world and allowed him to chronicle the life of this fascinating artist in both everyday situations and its more exuberant, creative outbursts.

In his recently published book “Sergei Parajanov. Chronicle of the Dialogue”, Yuri Mechitov shares his memories about Sergei Paradjanov. The book presents a kaleidoscope of famous and rarely seen photographs taken throughout the author’s long friendship with Sergei Paradjanov. The mesmerizing photographs are accompanied by Mechitov’s witty and humorous observations and reminiscences that tell the story of a man and an artist with a passion for life and beauty.