On March 1, 2025, the Odessa Museum of Western and Eastern Art hosted the grand opening of the exhibition «Gennady Harmider: Artist of the City».

Gennady Vasilyevich Harmider is a prominent Ukrainian artist known for his significant contributions to graphic art and painting. His works, created in oil painting and techniques including etching, capture urban landscapes and portraits, bringing both real and fictional characters to life. He illustrated about 200 books and created over 20 ex-libris.

«The creative legacy of Gennady Harmider enriches Odessa's culture, as he captured its essence in his artwork. His art also pays tribute to sister cities and significant historical events. His works can be found in many museums worldwide and in private collections,» noted the director of the Odessa Museum.

The exhibition opening featured artists, critics, and researchers who shared insights into Harmider's impact on Ukrainian art.

The display consists of over 100 pieces created by the artist over a span of fifty years.

Featured are etchings from beloved series, including «Odessa in the 19th Century» and «Life in Odessa at the Turn of the Century».

A standout piece is a unique map of Odessa, crafted in the etching technique, composed of nine sections. This work is available in a limited number of prints.

Another highlight is the series «My Ukraine», portraying the beauty of Ukrainian nature across various regions, such as Cherkasy and Zhytomyr.

Harmider's painting, although not exhibited as often as his graphic works, deserves attention, as the last major showcase of his paintings was in 2005.

This year, on February 21, the artist would have turned 80. He passed away on March 16, 2023, leaving behind a vast legacy. His works are displayed in 27 museums across Ukraine.

The Odessa Museum of Western and Eastern Art is open to visitors daily except Wednesdays, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.