Photographer Mikel Conrad Creates Portrait Project Featuring 250 Veterans
Photographer Mikel Conrad has created a project titled "250 Faces of Service & Sacrifice," featuring portraits of 250 veterans to honor their service and tell their stories, aiming to complete the portfolio for the country's 250th birthday.

Lafayette, IN, October 19, 2026 —
Photographer Mikel Conrad has created a project titled 250 Faces of Service & Sacrifice, featuring portraits of 250 veterans. The project is intended to honor their service and tell their stories, with Conrad aiming to complete the portfolio for the country’s 250th birthday.
The project’s stated scope is reflected in its title and number of participants: 250 veteran portraits. The available description does not provide details about how the veterans were selected, where the portraits are being made, or what stories will accompany them. It also does not identify the country or specify when the birthday milestone falls.
No information was provided about when Conrad began the project, how many portraits have been completed, or the date by which he expects to finish the portfolio. The description also does not say where the portraits or veterans’ stories will be presented, or whether the project has partners or funding.
Conrad’s stated aim is to use the portraits to recognize veterans’ service and share their stories. Further details about the project’s schedule, presentation and participants were not included in the information available.
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