Photographer Biography: Artem Zhitenev
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I was born in Moscow in 1968. My father gave me my first camera when I was 9 years old. I Served in the Soviet Army in the Far East two years. I work in photojournalism since 1996. I have publications in the Russian newspapers and magazines.Publications »
Russia: Goose fightsPosted in all, features, europe on 15 March 2009
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It is hard to explain why here, in the vicinity of Nizhnii Novgorod and Pavlov-on-Oka are the goose fights held. It is not to be confused with a rifle hunting for goose, oh no. Every year, in one of the March Sundays, the main event for all goose owners is held- goose fight. This year [...]
Russia: Epiphany Holiday On Neva RiverPosted in all, features, europe on 16 December 2008
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Annually on January 19th, orthodox Christians celebrate Epiphany. Epiphany is an important Christian holiday. On Epiphany Day, Russians dive into ice holes, washing off their sins and feeling younger. The water that is blessed on this day is known as “Theophany Water” and is taken home by the faithful, and used with prayer as a [...]
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