Public Project
The Love Letter to Donbas
In 2024, Ukraine lost control of approximately 3,600 square kilometers of territory to Russian forces, most of them in Donbas. Throughout the year, I've photographed daily life in the lively towns of Kurakhove, Selidove, and Pokrovsk. Now, they are either occupied or left by most of their population. Outnumbered, the Ukrainian army can't stop the Russian advance.
As someone born and raised in Donbas, watching my region's unfolding tragedy is painful. While photographing daily news in the area, I also focus on small frontline communities navigating their lives on the conflict edge, whose stories are often overlooked. While documenting the impact of war on civilians, industry, and the region's environment, my story describes Donbas' complex reality with love and compassion.
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