Oil painting A tired field Oleksiy Ivanyuk

№Kalen 1471

The painting titled "A Tired Field" presents a vivid, emotional depiction of a harvested field at the end of a long growing season. The artist masterfully uses rich, earthy tones and bold brushstrokes to capture the raw beauty of nature, conveying a sense of exhaustion and renewal that comes with the changing of the seasons. The foreground is filled with thick, textured strokes of golden yellow, ochre, and brown, representing dry, wilted grass and remnants of the harvested field. The brushstrokes are energetic yet chaotic, reflecting the weariness of the land after a season of hard labor. The dried stalks and plants seem to lean and twist, giving the impression of a field that has endured the harsh elements and now rests in anticipation of the next cycle. Small flecks of white and red peek through the earthy tones, adding contrast and depth to the composition. These subtle color variations suggest fallen leaves or the scattered remains of the harvest. The layered textures and dynamic brushwork create a sense of movement, as if the field is sighing in relief after a long, arduous season. In the middle ground, the landscape transitions to a more structured arrangement of earthy hues, indicating the boundary between the field and a dense forest. The purple and blue tones suggest shadows cast by the trees as the sun begins to set. The blending of warm and cool colors creates a harmonious balance, emphasizing the contrast between the open, exhausted field and the dense, restful forest beyond. The middle ground also features subtle rises and dips in the terrain, hinting at the natural undulations of the land. These contours add depth and realism to the composition, making the viewer feel immersed in the rural scene. The background is dominated by a dense row of trees painted in deep, rich greens and browns, interspersed with hints of purple and blue shadows. The trees stand like silent sentinels, offering shelter and protection to the weary field in front of them. Their dark, muted colors contrast with the pinkish tones of the distant sky, suggesting that the painting captures a fleeting moment at dusk. Above the horizon, the sky is painted in soft pinks, greens, and grays, indicating the end of the day. The warm pink tones of the sunset blend beautifully with the cool, muted sky, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The artist’s signature, placed in bold red in the bottom right corner, stands out against the muted tones, adding a personal touch to the artwork. "A Tired Field" evokes a sense of peace, resilience, and renewal. The painting captures the essence of a rural landscape that has given all its energy to the harvest and now rests before the next cycle begins. There is a feeling of quiet exhaustion, but also of hope and anticipation for the future. The artwork invites the viewer to reflect on the rhythms of nature, the passage of time, and the cycles of hard work, rest, and renewal that are part of both the natural world and human life.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "A tired field"
* ARTISTS: Oleksiy Ivanyuk
* SIZE: 15x20 cm/'5.90x7.87 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artist: Born March 13, 1954, in the city of Piryatin, Poltava region. He graduated from the Crimean Art College named after N. Samokish (1887). Teachers in the specialty: V. Grigoriev, M. Morgun, L. Gracer. Painter. The main genres are landscape, still life. The paintings are distinguished by emotional openness, warmth, affirm the harmony of life. Dominants of creativity are the deep roots of national traditions, Ukrainian cultural heritage. Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine (2008). He taught fine art at the Pyryatinsky school - gymnasium of aesthetic education (1988-2008). At creative work. Participated in exhibitions: national and international (since 1978). Personal exhibitions - in Kiev (2003, 2007-2009), Lubny (Poltava region, California (USA; 2006), Poltava (2007, 2010), Priluki (Chernihiv region, 2008), Warsaw (2009). Main works: “Flowers field ”(2007),“ Still life with a daffodil ”(2004),“ Indian summer ”(2007),“ Birch ”,“ Spiral panychi ”,“ Kalina red ”(2004),“ Field of the sun ”,“ Apple blossom ”, “Evening Breath” (2005), “Silence”, “Summer” (2006), “Sunflowers” (2007), “Plowed Field”, “Such is Life ...”, “In the Garden” (2009), “It's Cold” (2010). Individual paintings are stored in the National Museum of Art, National U. T. Shevchenko, Museum of Cultural Heritage in Kiev, Poltava Museum of Local Lore, lived and worked in the city of Poltava.

Oleksiy Ivanyuk