Over the past two years, a group of Ukrainian refugees resettling in Orkney have met for regular art sessions, which became both a creative outlet and a space to process trauma. This exhibition brings together their artwork and personal stories, capturing moments of resilience and growth amidst adversity. Each piece marks a significant milestone – whether it evokes the courage of picking up a paintbrush for the first time, speaking a new language, or reconnecting with a formerly distant sense of home. Other pieces reflect on grief, memories of a lost life, and the quiet victories of making a new home in an unfamiliar place. You are invited to step into the lived experiences of those forced to rebuild their lives in the wake of war, with the understanding that each milestone is a testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of loss and uncertainty.
Image Credit: Alona Petliarska
