THE RUSSIA THAT PUTIN MADE (2025)

Artwork for Foreign Affairs magazine, accompanying the article The Rusia that Putin made by Alexander Gabuev. He writes that regardless of how the war in Ukraine ends, Russia has already been profoundly transformed. Society now moves to the rhythm of a war economy, steeped in nationalism, with Putin elevated to near-mythical status. But while the regime feels permanent, history tells us it won't be. The real challenge for the world isn’t just dealing with Putin. It’s imagining a future beyond him.

Client: Foreign Affairs Magazine. Art direction: Ed Johnson