On April 4 at 18:00, the War Museum will host a meeting with artist Petro Bevza. We invite you to participate in a fascinating discussion on the role of artists in times of war.
We view war as one of the greatest shocks to humanity throughout different periods. It impacts every aspect of human life with its all-encompassing nature, compelling us to adjust to a new set of realities that no community can escape. However, the artist always has a choice: they can either remain a passive observer of history, merely document its events through images, or actively participate in shaping it.
Let’s delve into the inner world of artists and explore how individual enthusiasts initially conceive ideas. These ideas then spread among like-minded individuals and ultimately develop into a new way of thinking and interacting within society. Art remains in harmony with changes at each stage, and the artist acts as a guide to the history that unfolds over time, from the initial spark of inspiration to the establishment of a new order.
Artist Petro Bevza will discuss how some of the most famous artists of the 20th century engaged with historical events. He will explore which artists remained true to their ideals during times of war and which found refuge in their art away from the horrors of conflict. Additionally, we will examine how artists have responded to the ongoing russian-Ukrainian war.
The moderator of the event is Anton Logov, curator of the exhibition "War: Inverse Perspective."
Entrance to the event with a museum ticket and prior registration via the link.
