Elskas Odessa (Ukraine)

Cette revue est disponible en anglais. La description est donc présentée dans la langue d'origine.

Issue 50: This book marks our landmark fiftieth edition and is the first in a brand new era of Elska. For this notable number, we decided to return to the country where we began, Ukraine. (The first ever edition of Elska was made in Lviv.) This time we honed in on the beautiful Black Sea city of Odesa, which we introduce to you via some of its local men, presented through honest, intimate photography and personal storytelling.

The photographic component of this book focuses on several men who Liam met in Odesa. These images were shot in their city's streets, dressed in their own everyday style; and also in their homes, less dressed or not dressed at all. Our Ukrainian elskans were exceptionally open, making this one of Elska's most naked editions of all time. It also includes two ‘couple shoots', a rare but always special treat.

The text component of this book closely follows Elska creator Liam Campbell's time in Odesa. Every day, and after meeting each elskan (aka subject / participant), he took extensive notes in his diary. These notes were then compiled into a long-format narrative that invites you on this journey with him, meeting these lovely men and getting to know this wonderful city.

This trip to Odesa took place in the midst of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Alongside the frequent air raid sirens and soldier-hunting vans, there were also lovely park walks, relaxing café chill-outs, and some seaside frolicking at various Black Sea beaches. The men who participated in this edition were incredibly gracious and welcoming, proving that life goes on in spite of tragedy, as best as it can. Certainly we hope that Odesa is high up on your list to visit as soon as it is safe to do so, and we of course hope for the best for all our Ukrainian elskans.

From the group of local boys we met here, through their revealing photoshoots and personal stories, we see that Almaty is a sort of beacon for queer people across the country and from neighbouring countries as well. Whilst homophobia in Kazakh society remains high, the LGBTQ community has been moving further to assert themselves and claim their place. The courage with which these men summoned to bare so much for our Elska project reveals how daring and determined gay Kazakhstanis are. We are absolutely certain that this is an issue you will adore, and also that you'll be desperate to get on the next flight to Almaty to experience it for yourself.

Twelve chapters dedicated to: Yevhenii P, Oleksii V, Yaro P, Ihor M, Valentin P, Vitalii Ts, Sasha T, Yuri P, and Serhii Z.

Specifications:
Cover: Softcover
Format: 6.7" x 9.4" (approx)