Evgeny Mokhorev

Evgeny Mokhorev is a Russian photographer known primarily for his work that captures the transition from childhood to adulthood. Born in 1967 in Leningrad, now known as Saint Petersburg, Mokhorev became engaged in photography from a young age.

His early series, begun when he was still a student, explored the lives of children living on the streets of post-Soviet Saint Petersburg. Throughout his work, Mokhorev often delves into themes of adolescence, vulnerability, and the human body, capturing the nuanced and sometimes uneasy transition into adulthood.

Mokhorev’s photographs are characterized by their candidness and intimacy, often portraying his subjects in moments of introspection or in the midst of their everyday lives. Despite some controversy surrounding the explicit nature of some of his images, Mokhorev’s work has been celebrated for its raw and evocative portrayal of youth.

He has exhibited in numerous exhibitions both in Russia and internationally. His dedication to capturing the essence of youth and the societal contexts within which they live has solidified his position as an important figure in contemporary Russian photography.