A street artist documents war in Ukraine, one stark mural at a time

Ukrainian street artist Gamlet Zinkivskyi joined a volunteer unit to defend Kharkiv but was advised by his commander to paint instead. His murals in bombed-out streets depict wartime realities and boost morale among soldiers and civilians. Despite widespread appreciation, some of his work has faced criticism for its themes.

Sep 8, 2024 - 01:30
A street artist documents war in Ukraine, one stark mural at a time
Ukrainian street artist Gamlet Zinkivskyi joined a volunteer unit to defend Kharkiv but was advised by his commander to paint instead. His murals in bombed-out streets depict wartime realities and boost morale among soldiers and civilians. Despite widespread appreciation, some of his work has faced criticism for its themes.