Sinkholes of Berezniki. An Exploration of a Childhood Town That is Going Underground Due to Mines

Student: Volkomorova Uliana

Educational Programme: Contemporary Art (Bachelor)

Final Grade: 7

Year of Graduation: 2024

Berezniki, as a town that faced serious problems due to the improper placement of mines in the past, has become a symbol of environmental disasters and social problems, which makes it a unique object of study. The primary objective of this project is to analyze the impact of failed mine construction during the Soviet era on the current state of the town of Berezniki and how a child sees the depressing state in the brightest of colors. Using photographs as a key research tool.

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