Ukraine Benefit: The Polaroids of Veronika Mol

1036 North Mills Avenue,Orlando FL 32803

10 June, 2022

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The Polaroids of Veronika Mol @veronihue On February 24th of 2022, I woke up at 5 AM to the sounds of explosions flying over Kyiv. For the first time in my life,I felt a real fear–an animalistic fear for my life. The first thing we did with my partner was to tape the windows of our apartment. Then I picked up a Polaroid and took a photo. I even scanned it. It was so mechanical, yet I couldn't help it. Within a few hours we left the city on foot, as traffic jams on all exits from Kyiv were heavy, and the city continued to be bombed. I only took the essentials with me, because I wasn’t able to take everything. A Polaroid camera and a supply of film were among these things. Art has become my salvation. I will not say that it becomes easier for me when I take photos or work with developed film. It does not. Usually, it’s the contrary, I feel very exhausted when I finish work. You can witness different objects in the pictures–but they are all about my own experiences and living with this excruciating pain. These Polaroids allow me to speak where my words are lost. I hope they say to you: “Continue to support Ukraine! We are grateful for your help" Prizes -$25 Gift Card to Will's Pub, Lil' Indies, and Dirty Laundry Bars - Will's Pub Merch Item of Choice - (2) Concert Tickets to Them Dirty Roses & Blue Streak Mamas (Saturday, June 22nd @Will's Pub) - Copy of Gelatin Magazine - (1) 12x18 Print of the artist work - (2) Disposable Kodak Film Camera