Rites of spring in Polesia (Pripet Marshes): new fence. Tsjerablichy 2019. Local authorities try to impose monotonous concrete fences along the main streets of Belarusian villages. However, many homeowners insist — quite properly — on maintaining their property in good order themselves and in their own individual way. Wooden fences are thus a classic expression… Continue reading Photo of the Day for May 13, 2019
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Photo of the Day for October 11, 2018
Homage to the Fence. Tsjerablichy 2018. “Good fences make good neighbors,” as Robert Frost noted in his laconic, ironic New England voice. Fences in Belarus show homeowners’ pride in order — a prized general value in a village — but also their individuality. Even when tired after years of faithful service, the Belarusan wooden fence… Continue reading Photo of the Day for October 11, 2018