Dmitry Markov's Book

Dmitry Markov about the book:

'Almost five years have passed since the release of the first photo album, 'Draft.' During this time, many new photographs have been collected; having selected the best, we, together with the publishing house Treemedia, prepared a new album: 'Russia Squared.'

Why publish photographs that have already been published and are freely available online?

Firstly, the events of this year suggest the alarming thought that the aforementioned 'free access' is a fragile phenomenon and depends on the political agenda. Of course, the likelihood of Instagram being blocked is low, but such a scenario cannot be completely ruled out. In this regard, I would like to preserve the long-term photo archive in a reliable, analog format.

Secondly, I want these pictures to remain with those who see a part of their lives in photographs. Because this is part of our history. This is our childhood in the suburbs, Our neighbors on benches outside their apartment buildings, the familiar streets of our cities, and, of course, ourselves. As a photographer, I'm flattered by the recognition abroad, but, frankly, my dearest and most beloved viewers are those who recognize something familiar in these images. Those who, like me, feel a connection, recall the past, or glimpse the present. They are my most important audience.