About

Mission Statement

Our mission at Support Through Art is to harness the transformative power of art to inspire hope and resilience.  "The Face Of Courage" channels artistic expression into meaningful support for Ukraine. We are dedicated to providing high-quality, limited-edition art prints and apparel that not only celebrate the spirit of courage but also actively contribute to humanitarian efforts. Every purchase is a commitment to standing with those who fight for freedom and justice, proving that art can be a powerful catalyst for change.

Vision Statement

We envision a world where art bridges divides and unites communities in the pursuit of a better future. At Support Through Art, our vision is to create a lasting movement that elevates creative expression as a tool for social impact, while ensuring sustainable support for Ukraine's humanitarian needs. By continuously evolving our offerings and engaging with global audiences, we aim to become a trusted platform where the beauty of art intersects with the call for justice, transforming every purchase into a beacon of hope and empowerment.


About The Artist

Martin Russocki is the founder of Support Through Art, and a multi disciplinary, Toronto based artist, whose work includes; portraiture, urban inspired conceptual art, murals, illustration, analog table top game invention, large scale, collaborative immersive installation design, sculpture and team building.  Martin is passionate about creating social impact through his art as well as empowering others to discover their creative potential.

 

Painting Description

Title: “The Face of Courage”

Oil on Canvas, 30” x 40” 

After the recent fiasco in the Oval Office, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces the mounting pressures and responsibilities of leading his country in war. Despite all this he remains calm and resolute, determined to defend his people. He is an inspiration  to his people and to the world.  In this portrait of The President, the map of Ukraine has been superimposed on his face with the besieged capital, Kyiv located within a teardrop under his right eye. The attack on Ukraine galvanized national solidarity, Zelenskyy has become one with his country and it’s people. The lines of his country’s map are now etched into his face. The Colors of the Ukrainian flag are represented here in the two halves of the painting: the yellow part depicts The President in military attire, ready for battle, while the right half shows him in business attire a seen in peaceful times. The juxtaposition of the two halves underscores the violent and sudden switch which all Ukrainians have had to face being plunged into war. The blue half was underpainted in red so that some of this colour can be seen through the blue brush strokes that make up Zelenskyy’s face, a reference to the blood of those who have lost their lives in this tragic and horrific war. The yellow - military persona although stoic and unyielding, shows only the smallest evidence of stress, namely the lines of the map, which appear as tiny cracks in his  countenance of courage. This vulnerability makes The President human, and stronger for it. 

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