At its heart, art is about connection—between the artist and their canvas, between the viewer and the story being told. For Debra Ferrari, the Darkhorse Series is more than a collection of paintings; it’s a tribute to courage, sacrifice, and healing.

Since 2013, Debra has poured her heart into honoring the Marine Corps’ 3/5 Darkhorse unit, whose 2010/2011 deployment to Afghanistan saw unimaginable loss—25 lives given in service and over 200 Marines wounded. Her final eight paintings, to be unveiled on January 11th, will close a chapter in her artistic journey but open countless doors for the future of those who served.

The proceeds from this series will support Darkhorse Lodge, a Tennessee retreat offering veterans a place to reconnect, rest, and heal. For Gretchen Catherwood, the founder of the Lodge and a Gold-Star Mother, the mission is deeply personal. Her son Ben was one of the 25 Marines lost, and the Lodge stands as a living testament to his legacy—a place for all combat veterans to find peace and camaraderie.