Swampy
2025, Digital format, Digital print, Author's technique, Graphics, Graphic technique , Impressionism, Realism, Symbolism
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This painting depicts Christopher “Swampy” Garrett, a British sapper who gave his life clearing a minefield near Izium. His call sign “Swampy” captures his fearlessness, he would wade into danger where many dared not tread. On the artwork, his calm yet determined gaze reflects a man who chose every day to protect life rather than flee from peril.
Chris founded the charity Prevail, teaching Ukrainian sappers the art of safe demining. From the first days of the full-scale invasion, he tirelessly neutralized Russian mines, saving countless lives. Details of his equipment and the “EOD” patch remind us of his constant presence in harm’s way, while the faint blue and yellow outline around his figure symbolizes his solidarity with Ukraine and the quiet heroism he embodied.
This portrait is a tribute to his kindness and courage. It portrays not only a man in body armor but also the memory of each life he saved. Where the invader left a mine, Chris arrived to disarm it. Where others saw only cold metal, “Swampy” saw hope.
Today, we honor his legacy by recalling not only the tragedy of his passing but also the immense light he brought into the lives of hundreds of Ukrainians. His story reminds us that even in the darkest times, there are those who carry the light. In this portrait, Chris’s spirit lives on: in every stroke, we feel gratitude for his selflessness and boundless compassion for those who needed him.
- Country Ukraine
- Year 2025
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- Physical canvas 199cm x 250cm
My name is Elizaveta Borsuk-Hall, I’m a Ukrainian visual artist, born in 1998 in Dnipro. My artistic journey began in the world of calm and classical art, and eventually became a way to process and express the reality of war and what it left behind.
I graduated from the Dnipro Theatre and Art College and continued my education at the Kharkiv State Academy of Design and Arts, specializing in Fine Arts. My academic years were filled with exploration, portrait compositions, and a love for detail — all of which became the foundation for what I create today.
Since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, my work took a new shape. I started documenting the emotional reality of war — not through words, but through black-and-white expressive paintings. My works are not just about destruction, they are about strength, memory, pain, and dignity. They have been exhibited at events dedicated to the memory of war victims, and each canvas carries a voice — sometimes loud, sometimes quiet, but always truthful.
These days, my art speaks about war because I can’t look away. Art has become my way of processing the pain, honoring the fallen, and standing with those who are still fighting.
At the same time, I remain open to personal projects and commissioned work. If my style resonates with you, I’d be happy to bring your vision to life.
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