Icon “Do not Weep for Me Mother”

30х25х2 cm.

 

ceramic tile, levkas, tempera, gilt (999 gold purity)

Before the icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary “Do not Weep for Me Mother” people pray for the suffering loved ones and the deceased, so that they may receive forgiveness of sins and rest in peace. Now, it is crucial not to remain indifferent to the events taking place in our country. Prayer for the dead is our duty as believers.

Icon of the Guardian Angel

30х25х2 cm.

 

ceramic tile, levkas, tempera, gilt (999 gold purity)

The icon of the Guardian Angel helps believers under challenging situations, from problems in the family or at work to spiritual worries, despair, or grief. By saying a prayer coming from the heart, Christians gain fortitude and confidence and protect themselves from doubts, temptations, and evil desires.

Icon of St. George the Victorious

30х25х2 cm.

 

ceramic tile, levkas, tempera, gilt (999 gold purity)

St. George the Victorious protects everyone involved in military affairs, including soldiers, recruits, officers, and their families. Prayer to St. George helps to give strength and endurance during military service. It inspires courage and selflessness in the hearts and prevents dangers and threats.

Icon of the Saint Valerius of Sebastia

30х25х2 cm.

 

ceramic tile, levkas, tempera, gilt (999 gold purity)

St. Valery is one of the 40 martyrs of Sevastopol who suffered for their faith in the Lord. He symbolizes sincerity, patience, fortitude, and love for God. Believers request him to protect them from various dangers, hoping for the saint’s intercession in difficult situations.

Icon of the Archangel Michael

30х25х2 cm.

 

ceramic tile, levkas, tempera, gilt (999 gold purity)

The icon of the Archangel Michael has great power of protection for those who ask. It helps to resist known and unknown enemies and also in the struggle with oneself because often, a share of sinfulness is hidden not only in loved ones but also in ourselves.

Icon of the Saint Olexander Svirsky

30х25х2 cm.

 

ceramic tile, levkas, tempera, gilt (999 gold purity)

Believers turn to the icon of Alexander Svirsky in various cases because they believe that it can help in everything. It is a source of strengthening faith, direction to the true path, requests for children and health even in hopeless situations, and believing in the power of prayer and miracles of the saint.

Icon of St. Andrew the First-called

30х25х2 cm.

 

ceramic tile, levkas, tempera, gilt (999 gold purity)

The Apostle Andrew the First-Called is one of the disciples of Jesus Christ, the brother of the Apostle Peter. He is the patron saint of Ukraine, Scotland, Greece, and other countries. He is also the patron saint of sailors and fishermen. 

Prayer to him helps to intercede for the Motherland.

Icon of St. Volodymyr the Great

30х25х2 cm.

 

ceramic tile, levkas, tempera, gilt (999 gold purity)

The image of St. Volodymyr has always been a subject of respect and honor among both law enforcement and military personnel. Many people with poor eyesight or illnesses pray before this icon. It is believed that the icon of St. Volodymyr points to the true path, grants liberation from fears and doubts, conflicts and misunderstandings.

IURII VAKULENKO

Protect the defender. 2022.

 

80х66,2х7,6 cm.

 

Board, collage, acrylic, oil.

 

All our thoughts every day, especially today, are with those who defend Ukraine. They are our protection and support. Helping and protecting them is an important priority for which this project was launched. This alive, symbol-breathing work, with gunshot holes that still shine, preserves sacred images. It is a symbol of our faith and protection of defenders.

It is based on the image of the Protection of the Holy Mother of God – a symbol of the protection of soldiers fighting for a just cause. In the foreground, it is also reinforced by the image of the symbolic heavenly host – the Holy Trinity of angels. After all, we are all fighting for a “holy cause” – for life, for freedom and independence of our country.

 

Iurii Vakulenko (born in 1957) – painter, easel painting restorer, museum professional, curator of art exhibitions, author of publishing projects, educator, and social activist. Corresponding member of the National Academy of Arts of Ukraine. Knight of the Order of Carl Faberge and the Order of Merit II and III degrees. Honored Worker of Culture of Ukraine.
Since 1986, he has had numerous exhibitions in Ukraine and abroad.
The artist’s works are part of the collections of the National Kyiv-Pechersk Historical and Cultural Reserve, the National Museum “Kyiv Art Gallery”, the National Taras Shevchenko Museum, the Odessa Art Museum, as well as in private collections of Ukraine, Israel, and the USA.

OLEKSANDR KOVALCHUK

UNITED FORCE. 2022

 

29х25 cm.

 

 

The plate symbolizes the unity of all Ukrainians in the confrontation with the enemy for the sake of a single goal – the fight for a sovereign, integral and independent Ukraine, on behalf of the common victory.

 

The armor plate contains signatures of the heads of Ukrainian law enforcement agencies, under whose leadership Ukraine resists the armed aggression of the enemy:

1. President of Ukraine – Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy
2. Minister of Defence of Ukraine Oleksii Reznikov
3. Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, General Valerii Zaluzhnyi
4. Head of the Department of the State Guard of Ukraine Serhiy Rud
5. Minister for Veterans Affairs of Ukraine Yuliia Laputina
6. Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Denys Monastyrsky
7. Commander of the National Guard of Ukraine Yuriy Lebid
8. Head of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine Serhii Deineko
9. Head of the National Police of Ukraine Ihor Klymenko
10. Head of the Security Service of UkraineVasyl Malyuk
11. Head of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine Serhiy Kruk
12. Chief of the Main Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov
13. Chief of the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Serhiy Shaptala
14. Deputy Prime Minister – Minister for Reintegration of the Temporarily Occupied Territories of Ukraine Iryna Vereshchuk
15. Chairman of the State Property Fund of Ukraine Rustem Umerov

 

Oleksandr Kovalchuk (born in 1974) — Ukrainian public figure, politician, contributor, and people’s deputy of Ukraine of the 9th convocation.
Іnitiator and manager of the «ArtArmor» project.
Ideologist and сo-founder of the Charitable organization «Charity foundation «UKRAINE FOR HEROES», which operates under the auspices of the President of Ukraine, and has united more than 5 000 volunteers. Since February 26, 2022, the fund has provided humanitarian aid worth more than UAH 100 million.
Ph.D. student of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv
In 1998-1999, completed the course of the MAST International Program at the University of Minnesota (Minneapolis, USA).
In 2002, graduated from Cuyahoga Community College (Cleveland, USA).
The authorized representative of the Congress of Eastern European Initiatives (CISE).
Member of the board of the Rivne investment attraction and investor service agency «InvestInRivne».
Member of the working group on investment and economic development of the Rivne region.