Oi painting Summer calm Ivan Kovalenko

№Koval 231

The oil painting titled "Summer Calm" beautifully captures a serene and tranquil moment in a countryside landscape. The scene is dominated by lush greenery and wildflowers gently swaying in the warm breeze. The artist uses loose, expressive brushstrokes to depict the vibrant foliage, creating a sense of movement and life within the painting. In the center of the composition stands a tall birch tree, its golden-green leaves catching the light and drawing the viewer’s attention. The tree symbolizes strength and continuity, standing as a quiet guardian over the peaceful meadow.The foreground of the painting features a variety of wildflowers scattered across the grassy field. The delicate white and yellow blooms add a touch of brightness and contrast against the green tones of the foliage. The flowers, painted with soft and textured brushstrokes, evoke a feeling of natural simplicity and beauty, reminding viewers of the charm found in untouched nature. The play of light and shadow across the field enhances the sense of depth, suggesting a sunny summer day with soft clouds drifting lazily across the sky.The background reveals a dense forest, with layers of trees in various shades of green and blue. The forest creates a natural frame for the painting, giving it a sense of depth and seclusion. The muted tones of the sky, with hints of pale blue and soft white clouds, suggest calm and stable weather, further contributing to the peaceful mood of the artwork. The overall color palette, dominated by greens, yellows, and soft blues, evokes the warmth and richness of summer, creating a harmonious and balanced composition.Through "Summer Calm," the artist conveys a message of peace, simplicity, and the restorative power of nature. The painting invites viewers to immerse themselves in the serene atmosphere, to feel the warmth of the sun and the gentle rustling of leaves. It captures a fleeting moment of quiet beauty, reminding viewers to appreciate the simple joys of life and the calm that can be found in nature’s embrace.The artist’s choice to use thick, textured brushstrokes gives the painting a lively, impressionistic quality, making it feel vibrant and full of life. This technique enhances the natural beauty of the scene, emphasizing the richness of the landscape without overwhelming it with detail. The painting leaves a lasting impression of tranquility and timelessness, encouraging viewers to slow down, take a deep breath, and find peace in the world around them.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Summer calm"
* ARTISTS: Ivan Kovalenko
* SIZE: 44x55 cm/'17.32x21.65 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product

About the artist: Born on March 20, 1953, in the city of Pidgorodn, Dnipropetrovsk region. He graduated from the Dnipropetrovsk State Art College (1972), Kharkov Art and Industrial Institute (1981). Teachers in the specialty: V. Zagubibatko, E. Zherdzitsky, A. Kapshuk, M. Shaposhnikov, A. of Constantinople. He worked in the field of painting, graphics. In a realistic style, he created mainly landscapes and still lifes of the Dnieper. Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine (2005). He worked in Dnepropetrovsk: at an art production plant (since 1981); teacher of art school (1989), senior teacher of special disciplines of art department of the theater and art college (1997). He participated in exhibitions since 1978. Personal exhibitions - in Dnepropetrovsk (2003, 2010), Kiev (2009). The main works: “The Last Chrysanthemums” (1990), “On the Berdyansk Spit” (2002), “On the Cute Ukraine” (2004), “Native Color” (2004), “Sunny” (2005). The works are stored in the Dnepropetrovsk Art Museum and the Berdyansk Art Museum (Zaporizhzhya Region). He lived and worked in the city of Dnepropetrovsk.

Ivan Kovalenko