One of the most famous Columbian painters, Fernando Botero, has been credited with courage as he depicted the atrocities that happened in Abu Ghraib in a series of paintings. In spite of the risks that he is facing by gambling his reputation as a famous painter, he continued to exhibit the paintings. By depicting those scenes in his works, he conveyed the message that he wanted to get across and the vibrant illustrations of the atrocities that occurred were etched in the minds of many individuals who viewed the work of art. This series of Botero paintings will remain to be a memorial of the violence that is prevalent in the society. At present, Botero remains to be one of the most celebrated modern contemporary artists because of his success in captivating the international stage. Botero's style was consistent as the quality of his works increased. By having regular exhibits, he climbed up the ladder in the world of art to reach the popularity that he has now.