Oil painting Country Night Oleksiy Ivanyuk

№Kalen 1440

The painting titled "Country Night" depicts a quiet rural scene with traditional village houses nestled under a moody, twilight sky. The artwork is created with bold, expressive brushstrokes using a palette knife technique, giving it a distinctive textured surface that brings depth and emotion to the piece. The artist masterfully captures the atmosphere of a peaceful evening in the countryside, where nature and human dwellings coexist in harmony. The foreground features a rustic path or a muddy road leading to the houses. The ground is painted in rich, dark tones of green, brown, and earthy reds, with subtle reflections of light from the sky above. The thick application of paint in this area gives the road a rough, uneven texture, emphasizing the natural, untamed character of the countryside. In the lower part of the foreground, there are wooden fence posts leaning slightly, suggesting the passage of time and the rural charm of a simple village life. The bright spots of red, teal, and orange add warmth to the earthy tones, creating a dynamic contrast that draws the viewer’s attention to the details of the scene. The middle ground is dominated by two village houses with steep, pitched roofs. The houses are painted in a combination of cool blues, grays, and muted browns, suggesting that they are bathed in the fading light of dusk. The use of darker tones and shadows on the houses creates a sense of mystery and tranquility, evoking the peaceful silence of nightfall. Between the houses, there is a soft, diffused light that suggests the last traces of sunset or moonlight reflecting on a puddle or a path. This light brings a dreamlike quality to the scene, making the viewer feel the cool, calm air of a rural night. The background is a dense cluster of trees and foliage, painted in deep shades of emerald green, purple, and dark blue. The trees appear abstract and blend seamlessly into the night sky, creating a natural curtain that frames the houses. The sky above is painted in a mix of cool blues, violets, and subtle pinks, giving the impression of a twilight sky transitioning into night. The swirling brushstrokes in the sky add a sense of movement, suggesting a gentle breeze passing through the village. The overall mood of the painting is calm and contemplative, evoking the stillness of a countryside night. The combination of dark, rich tones with soft, glowing light creates a sense of balance between tranquility and mystery. The viewer can almost hear the distant sounds of nature — rustling leaves, chirping crickets, and the gentle rustle of the wind through the trees. The painting captures the timeless beauty of rural life, portraying a moment of peace and simplicity. The contrast between the rough textures of the land and the soft, fading light symbolizes the enduring connection between humans and nature. "Country Night" is a beautifully executed landscape that captures the quiet charm of a rural village at twilight. Through the use of bold colors, thick textures, and expressive brushstrokes, the artist conveys the mood and atmosphere of a peaceful evening in the countryside. The painting invites the viewer to experience the serenity and mystery of village life, reminding us of the simple pleasures of nature and the passage of time.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Country Night"
* ARTISTS: Oleksiy Ivanyuk
* SIZE: 40x50 cm/'15.74x19.68 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* 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