The central bazaar in Tbilisi stands at a crossroads. Rumours suggest that parts of the old market may be torn down to make way for a modern mall, a transformation that signals how the era of traditional bazaars and street vendors may be nearing its end.
Bazari Busy-ness is an ode to the tireless work of the vendors; to the intricate mazes of Dezerter Bazaar; to the ripe fruit sold by the roadside on the highways leading out of Tbilisi. It’s a tribute to the small shop owners, and to the diligence and care embedded in these everyday spaces.
