Oil painting Large snowdrifts Alex Ivanyuk

№AAA3995

The painting "Large Snowdrifts" masterfully depicts the raw beauty of a winter landscape, showcasing a scene dominated by thick layers of snow and the interplay of light and shadow across the terrain. The artist employs bold palette knife strokes and a thick impasto technique, creating a textured surface that gives the impression of deep, soft snow covering the ground and surrounding trees. In the foreground, the snowdrifts are painted in various shades of blue, violet, and turquoise, capturing the cold, crisp essence of a winter day. The textured layers of paint create depth and movement in the snow, reflecting the subtle changes in light as it hits different surfaces. The addition of soft pink and lavender accents suggests the reflection of the sky or the warm glow of the sun as it sets. The middle ground features a dense cluster of trees and bushes, painted in earthy tones of brown, green, and gold. The foliage is covered with patches of snow, adding contrast to the scene and emphasizing the weight of winter on the natural world. The trees are depicted with expressive, thick strokes, giving them a sense of strength and resilience against the harsh winter conditions. The background blends seamlessly with the rest of the composition, suggesting an endless expanse of snow-covered terrain. The use of dark purples and blues in the shadows creates a sense of depth and distance, while the warmer tones in the highlights suggest the presence of light breaking through the winter sky. The overall mood of the painting is one of tranquility and solitude, evoking the quiet beauty of nature during the winter season. The large snowdrifts convey both the challenges and the serenity of winter, inviting the viewer to appreciate the peaceful stillness that comes with freshly fallen snow. The signature in the bottom right corner marks the work of an accomplished artist who skillfully captures the essence of natural landscapes through vibrant colors, bold contrasts, and expressive textures. "Large Snowdrifts" would be a striking addition to any collection focused on seasonal landscapes, highlighting the artist’s ability to bring the beauty of winter to life with a modern, impressionistic approach.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Large snowdrifts"
* ARTISTS: Alex 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 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