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US SPECIAL FORCES & JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS
FINE ART
Of all the galleries, this collection of lithographs began in 2002 literally in Kandahar, Afghanistan with Solovey's first combat deployment in 2nd Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne). This gallery currently spans up through JFK's posthumous induction into the Green Beret Hall of Fame in 2025. Work listed within is displayed from most recent back until the very beginnings of the Global War on Terrorism immediately after 9/11.
"JFK Ft. Bragg 1961" 2025
This pencil illustration represents Brig. Gen. Yarborough meeting President Kennedy at Ft. Bragg on Smoke Bomb Hill on October 11th, 1961. This engagement is closely associated JFK authorizing U.S. Army Special Forces wearing the iconic Green Beret.
The particular fine art supported the April 2025 event in Pinehurst, NC wherein JFK was posthumously recognized as a Distinguished Member of the U.S. Army Special Forces Regiment.
Size: 8.5" x 11"
61 Artist Proofs ($75)
Signed, Numbered, & Embossed
(Army 250th Birthday Coins not included)
In support of JFK's Induction Ceremony, Solovey also designed the event's bespoke whiskey label provided by Heritage Distilling Co. JFK was the Nation's 35th President. Image depicts an SF NCO (Left)
"JFK Ft. Bragg 1961", Artist Proof #61 of 61, is framed with an official Inaugural 35th Presidential coin from 1961; the Presidential Seal is engraved on the backside of the coin (Right)
"Send Me" 2023
In early 2023, Solovey began his first collaboration with the Veteran-owned Heritage Distilling Co. in the design, development, & production of the ground-breaking "SEND ME" ARSOF Whiskey ultimately supporting the charitable work of Army Special Operations Association (ARSOA). Solovey's 8.5" x 11" original design was ultimately used as the label art.
The goal was to incorporate & represent all elements of the US Army SOF Community to include the "Night Stalkers" whilst giving back to the Warrior Class
"Send Me" 2023
Size: 8.5" x 11"
Prints ($35)
Open Set
Signed & Embossed
"Bushmen" 2023
Pencil collage for 3rd Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) depicting various exercises and combat deployments since 9/11 up through present-day specifically spanning Afghanistan, Iraq, & Africa.
Size: 12.5" x 15.5"
33 Artist Proofs ($200)
Only one (1) AP remains
330 Prints ($75)
Signed, Numbered, & Embossed
"Reloaded" 2020
Pencil collage partially inspired by the iconic 2004 "Reload" 3SFG(A) AFG print. The intent was a broader USSF theme alluding to Vietnam, Desert Storm, GWOT, & OIR to include our CJSOTFs & SOJTFs.
Size: 12.5" x 15.5"
Signed, Numbered, & Embossed
30 Artist Proofs (Sold Out)
330 Prints ($75)
Limited Stocks remain
"The Originals" 2017
Pencil collage for 2nd Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) depicting the unique missions, deployments, training, & espirit de corps.
Intentionally themed with a "Viking Legacy"
Size: 12.5" x 15.5"
Signed, Numbered, Embossed
Very Limited Stocks
25 Artist Proofs ($150)
101 Prints (Sold-out)
Another Opportunity to Serve SF History
In late 2016, Solovey received a call from the First Special Service Force Association with the desire to capture the unit's history wherein both US & Canadian Soldiers volunteered to establish the "Black Devils" at Ft. William Henry Harrison in July 1942. The unit served with distinction in the Aleutian Islands, Italy, & in southern France before disbanding in December 1944. Below was the resulting lithograph.
"The Originals' Support" 2016
Pencil collage for 10th SFG(A)'s Support Battalion. Composed with the intent of illustrating tactical logistics & sustainment activities such as: Aerial Delivery, Mechanics, Dog Handling, UAVs, Supply, and Ammunition Management
Size: 12.5" x 15.5"
Signed, Numbered, Embossed
25 Artist Proofs ($100)
​ 100 Prints ($50)
"Inherent Resolve's Tip of the Spear" 2016
Pencil collage for OIR's CJSOTF-I (16-1) during their 2016 combat deployment primarily focused on fighting ISIS & establishing a foundation for security within the AOR
Size: 12.5" x 15.5"
Signed, Numbered, Embossed
Very Limited Stocks
25 Artist Proofs ($125)
​ 100 Prints ($75)
Serving the Regiment
By late 2013, Solovey had served several tours between 3rd & 7th Group as well as USASOC. In collaboration with both the local SF Association & the SF Museum, the idea was broached to produce a unique USSF lithograph. The goal was to produce the first-ever USSF historical lineage collage representing all SF Groups (Active, National Guard, Past). The final lithograph reaches back the French & Indian War with a subtle nod to American unconventional warfare
"Aim Small, Miss Small" 2014
USSF historical lineage collage capturing the rich history of
American Unconventional War beginning in the 1700s up through the War Between the States, World War II, Vietnam, Desert Storm, Iraq, & Afghanistan. Lithograph deliberately captures all the SF Groups
Size: 16" x 20"
Signed, Numbered, Embossed
Limited Stocks
100 Artist Proofs ($150)
​ 1952 Prints ($75)
"Procedimus Una II" 2013
Solovey's second SOCAF collage lithograph featuring a highlighted centerpiece. This pencil drawing focused on select GWOT contributions and operations within the continent of Africa such as training & humanitarian assistance
Size: 12.5" x 15.5"
Signed, Numbered, Embossed
25 Artist Proofs (Sold-out)
100 Prints (Sold-out)
"Pursue, Persist, Prevail" 2013
Pencil collage for Special Operations Joint Force - Afghanistan. The intent was to capture Joint SOF kinetic & non-kinetic operations. Allusions are also made to honoring our Fallen Heroes.
Size: 12.5" x 15.5"
Signed, Numbered, Embossed
Very Limited Stocks
25 Artist Proofs ($100)
​ 100 Prints (Sold-out)
"The Originals seit 1952" 2011
Historical lineage pencil collage for 1st Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) in Stuttgart, Germany. Illustrated are early USSF working with French Partisans during WW II as well as the original Bad Tolz Kaserne. Allusions are also made to OIF combat deployments & winter training.
Size: 12.5" x 15.5"
Signed, Numbered, Embossed
Very Limited Stocks
52 Artist Proofs ($125)
​ 510 Prints ($50)
"Semper Preparate" 2010
Pencil collage for Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) in Stuttgart, Germany. The intent was to illustrate current operations & the joint SOF support to the Global War on Terrorism
​ 100 Prints (Sold-out)
Size: 12.5" x 15.5"
Signed, Numbered, Embossed
Very Limited Stocks
25 Artist Proofs ($100)
"Outreach & Support" 2010
After numerous combat deployments between 3rd & 7th Groups in and out of Afghanistan, the Family Support Group contacted Solovey to put something together for the supporting Spouses & Families of the "Tribe". The intent was a visual token of thanks.
Size: 12.5" x 15.5"
Signed, Numbered, Embossed
Very Limited Stocks
25 Artist Proofs ($50)
Very Limited Stocks
101 Prints ($25)
"Arrowhead" 2010
OEF deployment collage in pencil for 2nd Battalion, 20th Special Forces Group (Airborne) during their CJSOTF-A tours in Afghanistan 2003, 2006, & 2009.
Also included are the names of their
Fallen Heroes
Size: 12.5" x 15.5"
Signed, Numbered, Embossed
Single Digital Stocks
25 Artist Proofs ($125)
​ 100 Prints (Sold-out)
"Procedimus Una" 2010
Size: 12.5" x 15.5"
Signed, Numbered, Embossed
25 Artist Proofs (Sold-out)
100 Prints (Sold-out)
Solovey's first SOCAF collage lithograph set. This pencil drawing focused on select GWOT contributions and operations within the continent of Africa such as training & humanitarian assistance
"The Red Empire" 2009
Oil painting collage for 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne); Solovey's third lithograph set during his tenure with the "The Red Empire" that included two AFG deployments. The intent was to globally portray 7SFG(A)'s AOR of South America plus its continuous combat deployments to Afghanistan. Continued partnership with ANA Commandos is also included.
Size: 20" x 26"
Signed, Numbered, Embossed
100 Artist Proofs ($150)
​ 500 Prints ($75)
Original Oil Painting (19" x 29")
Framed Oil donated to 7SFG(A)
Artist Note & Easter Eggs: The "Red Empire" includes the Solovey-designed Commander's Coin for Excellence with a nod to the US-Canada First Special Service Force established in Montana at the onset of World War II. While in 3rd SFG(A), Solovey had also designed the unofficial SF Regimental Crest with a Flaming Skull; it was also incorporated into both the coin & the final oil painting
​ 320 Prints ($50)
"Heavy Debt" 2008
Pencil collage for 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) & its 2008 CJSOTF-Afghanistan combat deployment. The lithograph also alludes to the partnership with the AFG Commandos, MARSOC, & other specific, concurrent missions in Iraq.
Size: 20" x 26"
Signed, Numbered, Embossed
Limited Stocks
100 Artist Proofs ($100)
Artist Note & Easter Eggs: Solovey served with another ODA Team Leader while in 2/3 SFG(A) who, unfortunately, lost one of his NCOs during an operation. He then named his GMV "Heavy Debt". Hence, the title for this particular lithograph. Also during this timeframe, an ODB Commander was charged with establishing the ANA Commandos. Solovey was consulted & contributed to the final design of the ANA Commando Patch (also included). By pure happenchance, all three officers were VMI Graduates.
"50 Years of Excellence" 2008
Oil painting to celebrate 50 years of the US Army JFK Special Warfare Center and School. The painting focuses on the training for Special Forces, Civil Affairs, & Psychological Operations
Size: 20" x 26"
Signed, Numbered, Embossed
Limited Stocks
150 Artist Proofs ($100)
​ 320 Prints ($50)
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