Magical, seductive, brightest Moscow 2017-2020. Peace, joy, positivity and a huge number of events that warm the soul. Every day you meet new people, sit down over a shot and not current, communication and just love and friendship between like-minded people. Trust and light, shared events and a smile that never leaves my face. When I heard about an interesting event at the ‘Travel cafe’ on the same Taganka, full of fire, I didn’t think twice. That wonderful day I met not only Marat and Guild, but also Artem and Zhanna.

How nice to come to a place where you are truly welcome. The young man introduced himself with a smile and there was complete trust and respect, still at the energy level. And when he came on stage and spoke about the Guild’s projects, about himself, and began to read poetry, my heart sank. I really appreciate open poets who expose their nerves and are not indifferent to events. Artem was such a person. A man-volcano, he was just full of energy and always read his poems with a tear in his eye. Very powerful poems. It often surprises me to see such a high level of poetry in very young people. Usually with age comes experience and a vision of the world. But not always. And we can only listen to the words that have opened up new worlds and horizons. And in the breaks with Artem we could always chat, discuss plans for events or just drink a mug of beer.

A charismatic presenter and a brilliant organiser of Guild events in various places in Moscow, Artem always had his hand on the pulse and performed with everyone. Petersburg, Murom and other cities also received the attention of this remarkable young man, for Artem was friends with everyone and travelled everywhere. How many festivals, evenings of rhyming hooligan Grisha Movshits and other brightest poets were held with the participation of our dear Artem. And also an ordinary life, where he worked as a jeweller, and at a very high level. And children and family. How was this man enough for everyone? I remember the day they met Jeanne. A widow. I can’t believe it. All the time it seems that soon the door will open, Artem will come in, as always, and talk about plans or past evenings, not forgetting to introduce the newcomers and support everyone. Of course, after Artem there is a legacy. And we, as a guild, will certainly cherish the memory of a bright, kind and lovable young man that we will always remember. Covid, the stoppage of a strained heart…. And a pain that will stay with us forever. Artem, we remember you and love you very much. You’re with us, one of us. Bright and cheerful.

With great respect and gratitude for your trust, Gennady Gorovoy. Peace and self-realisation to all. And above all, take care of yourself and your own. And then the world will be better and brighter.

by Gennady Gorovoy