Kyiv Diary 2014

Vlada Ralko's "Kyiv Diary" (2014) is a powerful and evocative drawing that captures the spirit of the Ukrainian Revolution. The figure, depicted in a balaclava and wearing a red helmet, holds a Molotov cocktail, a symbol of the revolution's violent resistance. The figure is also holding a piece of bread, suggesting the human cost of the revolution and the everyday lives that were impacted. This piece is a powerful testament to the resilience and defiance of the Ukrainian people in the face of adversity. The use of ink and watercolor on paper creates a raw and immediate feel, adding to the intensity of the image.