With a 60 x 40 x 50cm (23.6 x 15.7 x 19.6 inch) set, the photographer captures the Eastern European spirit perfectly, all with the drying underwear hanging on the wire, a bottle of vodka on the battle and a cupboard with soda and salt packages that are reminiscent of the era.

Since Vychuzhanina is a bit too young to remember the Soviet era, she used online resources as well as old photographs as references to perfectly recreate the unique aesthetic of the life in the USSR. The Ken’s t-shirt was made out of stock and torn for an authentic feel, just as the miniature pots and utensils the artist bought online were weathered.

In one of the images what seems to be Barbie’s mom appears to be helping the couple out with the kitchen work, a reflection of the communal lifestyle that was prevalent in the past.
The photographer completed and shot the project in 2 weeks as an entry to competition titled “communal apartment”. Lara’s work was recognized and a Doll Photography Award in 2017.

Some more photos of the project from Lara’s exhibition “Planet of the dolls”