Oi painting Sunflowers in the village Ivan Kovalenko

№Koval 220

The oil painting "Sunflowers in the Village" captures a charming rural scene that evokes a sense of warmth, nostalgia, and the beauty of countryside life. The artist uses an expressive, impasto technique, with thick layers of oil paint creating a textured, almost tangible surface. The bold brushstrokes and rich color palette give the painting a dynamic, vibrant energy. The sunflowers are the focal point of the composition, standing tall and radiant in the foreground. Their bright yellow petals are illuminated by the sun, while their dark centers add contrast and depth. Each flower seems to have its own character, from fully blossomed heads basking in the sunlight to slightly drooping blooms that suggest a natural, unrefined beauty. The background is a harmonious blend of soft blue and purple tones, suggesting distant mountains or hills that stretch toward the horizon. The sky is painted with light, airy strokes of soft blue, pink, and white, giving the impression of a peaceful, late-summer afternoon. The sky’s pastel hues contrast beautifully with the vivid yellows and oranges of the sunflowers, creating a balanced composition. The village landscape is subtly suggested through abstract forms and colors, leaving room for the viewer’s imagination. Shades of green, blue, and purple in the lower portion of the painting represent the ground and surrounding foliage, painted in loose, spontaneous strokes that add to the overall lively and expressive feel. The artist captures the essence of rural life — simple, natural beauty, filled with light and warmth. The vivid, energetic colors and textural details invite the viewer to experience the countryside’s vibrant charm. The painting radiates a sense of joy and vitality, reminiscent of carefree summer days in a peaceful village setting. At the bottom of the painting, the artist’s signature and date are visible, marking this work as a heartfelt expression of nature's beauty. "Sunflowers in the Village" would bring warmth and positivity to any space, celebrating the timeless allure of rural landscapes and blooming flowers.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Sunflowers in the village"
* ARTISTS: Ivan Kovalenko
* SIZE: 45x55 cm/'17.71x21.65 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