Oil painting First snow in the forest Oksana Ivanyuk

"First Snow in the Forest" by Oksana Ivanyuk: A Vivid Transition of Seasons

Expressive Interplay of Color and Texture

"First Snow in the Forest" is a mesmerizing expressionistic oil painting by Oksana Ivanyuk that captures the enchanting moment when the first snow transforms a forest landscape. This artwork, a part of our Collection of Winter Landscapes and Collection of Nature Landscapes, beautifully blends cool and warm tones to illustrate the transition between seasons.

Dynamic Foreground and Captivating Color Palette

The foreground of the painting is dominated by soft lavender and lilac hues, representing the freshly snow-covered ground. These cool tones are enhanced by strokes of yellow and white that add depth and suggest light reflecting off the snow, infusing the scene with a chilly yet vibrant atmosphere. The thick, impasto technique employed here adds a tactile quality to the painting, allowing the viewer to feel the texture of the snow-covered landscape.

Quaint House and Autumnal Background

Central to the composition is a quaint house, modestly nestled within the wilderness. Its simple triangular roof, painted in stark white, contrasts vividly against the teal walls, highlighting the accumulation of snow. Black accents outline the structure, providing definition amidst the surrounding bursts of color. The background is a dramatic mix of autumnal colors—burnt orange, deep red, fiery yellow, and hints of green. These warm colors clash beautifully with the foreground’s wintry tones, creating a vivid depiction of seasonal change.

Abstract Trees and Dynamic Sky

The trees in the background are abstractly rendered with upward strokes that mimic the reach of pines and firs towards the sky. The sky itself is painted in a somber mix of blue and gray, evocative of the overcast weather that often accompanies the first snowfall. Swirls and dabs of paint throughout the canvas convey the dynamic nature of a snowstorm, with white specks suggesting the onset of falling snowflakes.

About the Artwork 

Artwork Details

• Title: "First Snow in the Forest"
• Artist: Oksana Ivanyuk
• Size: 15x25 cm / '5.90x9.84 inches'
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• Technique: Original painting from our collection

Condition and Detailed Viewing

Presented in impeccable condition, oil painting invites viewers to explore its every detail through comprehensive imagery, capturing all angles and facets of this stunning piece.

About the Artist

Ivanyuk Oksana was born in 1964 in Rivne region. The love of painting has taken over from the baby. From 1975 to 1980 she studied at the Zoryan Art School of Rivne region.
In 1985 she graduated from the Crimean Art College. M. Samokish (now has the status of a national university). Her teachers of painting were G. Kurilenko, V. Grigoriev. After graduating from the school, she began to work as a teacher of fine arts at the Piryatin School - a gymnasium of aesthetic education, which she founded with her husband in 1990.
Ivanyuk Oksana works in the landscape and still life genre. Personal exhibitions: Kyiv, Museum of Ukrainian Heritage; T. Shevchenko National Museum; the diplomatic mission of Ukraine to the USA (California) and others. She has participated in numerous exhibitions both in Ukraine and abroad.

A Portal to Winter's Magic

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