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Ivan: The Do-It-All Survivor
Ivan, 29, from Ukraine, was all about engineering and cargo before jumping into the military. His bravery? Next level. After his vehicle hit a landmine, he kept it together, treated himself, and legged it almost 3 kilometers to safety. Now he's tackling rehab and looking for his next adventure, whether on the battlefield or off.
Brock's portraits aren’t your typical snapshots. He zooms in on the cool details like freckles, birthmarks, and scars that most people smooth out or hide. But here? They’re the star of the show. And it’s not just about looks—there are real stories behind those faces.
Ruslana: Prosthetic Pro and Life Changer
At 18, Ruslana joined Ukraine's military. After losing her leg in 2023, she bounced back hard - sharing her journey with over 132,000 followers and trying everything from running to surfing. Now she's not just a survivor, but a rallying star for others on similar paths.
In 2025, Brock took a trip to Ukraine’s Superhumans Center to meet and photograph some seriously brave folks who’ve been through life-changing injuries. Spoiler: It’s way more inspiring than you'd expect.
Eddie: From Ocean Racing to Hero Duties
Eddie’s story reads like an action movie. Once crossing oceans nine times, he swapped sea adventures for volunteering in war zones. After a near-fatal drone strike in 2025, he’s powering through recovery, competing in European parasailing, and spreading Ukrainian bravery abroad.
Valentyna: The Optimistic Baker
Valentyna’s life changed on May 20, 2022, when shelling left her with serious injuries, including the loss of an eye. Despite multiple surgeries and challenges, she’s rocking the optimism and now motivates others with her story and participation in arts projects.
Curious how he got from freckles to homelessness? Turns out, Brock just noticed more and more people struggling after the pandemic and decided to dig deeper. Now he's rolling around Britain, sharing stories that might just change the way you see things.
He’s got a thing for people who don’t quite fit the mold and their stories. Because, honestly, who wants boring? Brock finds the beauty in the unique and helps us all appreciate it a little more.
Oleg: The One-Eyed Climber
Oleg’s story is wild. From frontline trenches to losing an eye in battle, he’s bounced back with skin grafts and surgeries. Supported by his wife, he’s back on the rocks and hoping to build a climbing gym and veteran climbing team. Talk about resilience.
When someone stands in front of his camera, Brock’s on a detective mission. He watches their moves, studies their faces, and hunts for that one magic look that says "this is who you really are." The coolest part? He wants them to love the final pic just as much as he does.
After shooting hundreds of people from all over the world, Brock’s take on beauty? It’s not about fitting in, it’s about standing out. Those "different" faces? They’re the real gems.
Right now, Brock’s diving deep into the homelessness project. He’s camping out in his car, chatting with folks all over Britain, and capturing portraits that show homelessness isn’t one-size-fits-all. Eventually, he hopes to show off 101 portraits in a big exhibition. Talk about dedication!
Elizabeth Soffe A.k.a. Miss Cheeky Pants: Scar Warrior
Older, wiser, and cheekier, Elizabeth aka Miss Cheeky Pants has turned her battles with scars into a mission. She raised over £215,000 for a laser machine to fight scars, ran a marathon bit by bit, and keeps on fundraising (roller skates in the future?). Her confidence? Totally contagious.
Yevhen: The Joke’s on the Flames
Yevhen, 31, fought in multiple conflict zones and survived burns that covered 20% of his body. His nickname? Spidey. With successful surgeries restoring hand function, he’s gearing up to return to the military with a smile (and a wicked sense of humor).
Shanks: Eye-Patch Envy
Shanks casually rocked his eye patch at work all the time and nailed the look. His shoot was smooth and just a little bit magical.
Oleksandr: The Facelift Fighter
Oleksandr had no military background but signed up fast when the invasion began. After severe facial injuries from artillery, he endured multiple surgeries and rehab. He’s back on his feet, eating by himself, and even shedding the mask he wore after injury, all thanks to grit and family support.
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