SHAMIRAM

The photo project is based on the legend «‎Shamiram and Ara the Beautiful» described in the fundamental work «‎History of Armenia» by Movses Khorenatsi, often referred to as the «‎Armenian Herodotus». The project focuses on the Assyrian princess Shamiram, her futile attempts to revive the deceased Armenian king Ara, and her subsequent realization that he will never belong to her. Throughout the project, hair symbolizes Armenian mourning traditions and the depth of the heroine's grief.