Original artwork description:

This poignant watercolor painting captures a powerful moment in the skies above Snihurivka, in the Mykolaiv region of Ukraine. Two storks rise into flight over a landscape consumed by fire — their graceful movement set against the violent flames below.

Inspired by a photograph by Anatoliy Stepanov for the United24 campaign, the artwork reflects the reality of war while preserving a sense of dignity, hope, and resilience. The storks, a traditional symbol of home, life, and continuity in Ukrainian culture, become a quiet yet powerful reminder that even in destruction, the spirit of the land endures.

The contrast between the soft, airy sky and the burning earth below creates a strong emotional tension — beauty and tragedy existing side by side. This piece is a tribute to the people, nature, and wildlife of Ukraine, and to the unbreakable will to survive, protect, and rebuild.

A meaningful and emotionally charged artwork for collectors who value art with depth, story, and historical significance.

Materials used:

Professional watercolor paints,100% cotton watercolor paper, 300 gsm,Fine detail brush, Lightfast pigments

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