Oil painting Preserving a Rich Heritage Igor Konovalov

Oil Painting: "Once Upon a Time in Tibet Part 6" by Igor Konovalov

Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Tibet with Igor Konovalov's "Preserving a Rich Heritage" This exquisite oil painting, with dimensions of 135x135 cm (53.14x53.14 inches), is a highlight of our collection, offering a unique window into the mystical landscapes and spiritual essence of this sacred region. Hand-painted on canvas, this artwork captures the serene and transcendent atmosphere that defines Tibet. "Preserving a Rich Heritage" is more than just a painting; it is an invitation to embark on a spiritual journey through the mystical landscapes of Tibet. Igor Konovalov's masterpiece captures the essence of this sacred land, offering viewers a chance to explore its beauty and tranquility. This piece is a valuable addition to any collection, promising to inspire and captivate with its depiction of Tibet's enchanting realms.

About the Artwork

• Title: "Preserving a Rich Heritage" - part 6
• Artist: Igor Konovalov
• Size: 135x135 cm (53.14x53.14 inches)
• Medium: Oil on Canvas
• Authenticity: Hand-Painted Original from Our Collection
• Condition: Detailed presentation through photography

About the Artist

He was born in 1965 in the city of Novy Bug.

1983—1987 — Dnipropetrovsk State Art School.

1987—1993 — Kyiv State Art Institute.

Since 1993, co-founder of the art commune "Squat on Olehivska Street", the activity of which has two periods:

1993—1996 — "classic squat" (occupation of premises for workshops and housing, exhibition activity, as a practice of introduction into society).

1996-2006 — "fictitious squat" (author of the project — Fiction Gallery Expedition. — going beyond workshops and galleries (institutions) into open urban space.

The founder of the Hill-art direction (art on the hills), within the framework of which actions were held and facilities were created on the hills of Kyiv.

2010-2020 - develops the author's mythology, which he called "Infodelica".

The creator of paintings, promotions, objects and video art.

Lives and works in Kyiv.

EXHIBITIONS

Personal exhibitions:

2020 - Recreation room, Kyiv History Museum, Kyiv

2019 - "Voices", CSM "Soviart", Kyiv

2018 - "Two Pages", Kyiv History Museum, Kyiv

2017 - "Point of support", CSM "Soviart", Kyiv

2016 – "Presidency", CSM "Soviart", Kyiv

2016 - "Relax", CSM "Soviart", Kyiv

2015 – "Wi-Fi", DTEK Academy, business center "Eurasia", Kyiv

2013 - "Infa&infadelika", 8-bit Gallery, Kyiv

2012 - "Infa", Gallery "Forest", Moscow, Russia

2011 - "Infa", RA Gallery, Kyiv

2010 – I. Konovalov, Museum of Sovr. image of Arts of Ukraine (MSIIU), Kyiv

2009 – "Golden Mountains", RA Gallery, Kyiv

2008 - Ctrl-Z, RA Gallery, Kyiv

Group exhibitions:

2020 – ART CAPITAL, Grand Palais, Paris. Salon Comparaisons, groupe Alain Campello

2017 - "Squat on Olehivska Street", Sumy Municipal Gallery, Sumy

2015 – Museum collections, Ukrainian modern art. (1985-2015)

2015 – "Coefficient of independence" (America House), Kyiv

2015 - "Art for the sake of life" - charity project, "Art Arsenal", Kyiv

2014 - The 21st nude art exhibition "MAN & WOMAN", At the Museum of New Art, Pärnu, Estonia

2012 - "Squat on Olehivska Street", M17 Center of Contemporary Art, Kyiv

2012 - Art-Moscow, 16th International Art Fair, Moscow, Russia

2011 - "Independents", New art of the new country 1991-2011, "Art Arsenal", Kyiv

2011 – "Space Odyssey-2011", "Art Arsenal", Kyiv

2010 - Art project "AUT" - international art project, Chocolate House, Kyiv

Press:

• Catalog for a personal exhibition: I. Konovalov, Museum of Modern Fine Arts of Ukraine (MSIIU), "Infa", "Forest" Gallery

• The book "Squat on Olehivska Street" (1993 - 2015), Kyiv

• Collection of the Museum of Ukrainian Modern Art 1985–2015 from private collections

25 years of presence. Modern Ukrainian artists. 1991-2016, Kyiv

• Collection of catalogs of participation in numerous exhibitions and auctions

Works are located:

• Dnipropetrovsk Art Museum

• Museum of Modern Fine Arts of Ukraine (MSIIU)

• Kyiv History Museum

• In private meetings: Boris and Tetyana Hrynievych, Igor Voronov, Igor Abramovich, Oleg Krasnosilskyi, Volodymyr Kashirskyi, and others.

Artistic Merit and Technique

Igor Konovalov's mastery in oil on canvas shines through in "Preserving a Rich Heritage" where he skillfully blends color, texture, and composition to bring the viewer into a world of profound beauty and tranquility. His technique reflects a deep understanding of the natural and spiritual worlds, inviting onlookers to journey through the mystical landscapes of Tibet with each stroke of the brush.

A Portal to the Sacred

"Preserving a Rich Heritage" stands as a testament to Konovalov's fascination with the spiritual landscape of Tibet. The painting serves as a portal, inviting viewers to transcend the ordinary and explore the sacred spaces that lie beyond the canvas. Through this piece, Konovalov offers a glimpse into the mystical essence of Tibet, highlighting its serene beauty and profound spirituality.