"Talisman of Happiness" (2014) is a 3d mapping installation that explores connections between generations. It also highlights society's delusions and false expectations about contemporary geopolitical issues.
The actual Talisman of Happiness was created by the artist's perished grandfather, who made it as a DIY souvenir in an old suitcase with the simple message "Greetings from Crimea". At that time it was a peaceful and flourishing peninsula within Ukraine. In 2014, after the illegal occupation of Crimea by the Russian Federation, the suitcase with the medallions was lost, and the artist made a 3d scanned version of it. Now the peaceful message of Talisman of Happiness can be sent only via this ephemeral digital imprint.