Photographer Alexander Gronsky’s series "Something Is Going on Here" depicts the Moscow suburbs in a post-invasion Ukraine context. His work contrasts images of families with military vehicles, creating a sense of tension and discomfort. Gronsky, originally from Estonia, captures the essence of urban edgelands—spaces marked by decay and uncertainty—reflecting how these areas challenge societal norms. His documentation offers insight into the complexities of everyday life against a backdrop of conflict, with the contrasting elements prompting viewers to rethink the idea of normalcy in contemporary Russia.
Gronsky captures a disturbing juxtaposition of normalcy and menace in the Moscow suburbs, blending images of families and military presence in unsettling ways.
His focus on the edgelands highlights a realm of uncertainty, where societal norms dissolve into a chaotic freedom, challenging our understanding of space and governance.
The artist's exploration of half-developed, abandoned areas reflects a deep curiosity, illustrating how such landscapes can evoke feelings of both unease and escape.
Gronsky’s work suggests that within the quiet of these suburbs lies a narrative of conflict and a commentary on the thin veneer of normal life.
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