Oil painting March snowy days Oksana Ivanyuk

№Kalen 1476

The painting titled "March Snowy Days" captures the vibrant atmosphere of an early spring day, when winter's lingering snow blends with the colors of awakening nature. The scene depicts a small, picturesque chapel surrounded by bare trees and patches of snow, evoking a feeling of both renewal and tradition. The artist’s use of expressive brushstrokes and a bold color palette creates a lively, dynamic composition that conveys the transition from winter to spring. The foreground is a lively mix of white snow and patches of bright colors, representing early signs of spring breaking through the winter landscape. The snow is painted with thick, swirling strokes in shades of white, light blue, and lavender, giving it a soft and textured appearance. The scattered, colorful figures of people walking toward the chapel add a sense of life and community to the scene. The brushstrokes are bold and energetic, suggesting movement and the melting of snow as the season changes. The vibrant colors in the foreground hint at flowers and greenery beginning to emerge from beneath the snow, symbolizing new life and hope. At the center of the composition stands a quaint, white chapel with a green dome and a golden spire. The chapel’s architecture is simple yet elegant, and it serves as a focal point for the entire painting. The dome’s green color contrasts beautifully with the surrounding snow and trees, drawing the viewer’s eye to the heart of the scene. The chapel appears warm and inviting, standing out against the cooler tones of the snow and sky. Its white walls reflect the light, giving it a luminous quality that suggests the presence of warmth and spirituality amidst the cold. The background features a mix of bare trees painted in shades of orange, brown, and yellow, contrasting with the deep blue sky. The tree trunks and branches are painted with loose, flowing brushstrokes, creating a sense of movement and life. The colorful trees frame the chapel, adding depth and balance to the composition. The sky is a rich, vibrant blue with subtle hints of pink and purple, suggesting a clear, crisp day in early spring. The swirling brushstrokes in the sky add a dynamic, almost playful quality to the painting, reflecting the changing weather and the promise of warmer days ahead. "March Snowy Days" conveys a sense of renewal, hope, and the beauty of tradition. The painting captures the fleeting moment when winter begins to give way to spring, bringing with it a sense of optimism and change. The vibrant colors and dynamic brushstrokes create a joyful, uplifting atmosphere that invites the viewer to reflect on the cycles of nature and the passage of time. The artwork celebrates the resilience of both nature and community, reminding us of the quiet beauty found in everyday moments and the enduring presence of cultural and spiritual traditions. It evokes a feeling of peace and harmony, capturing the essence of a serene, snowy day in March, filled with the promise of spring.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "March snowy days"
* ARTISTS: Oksana Ivanyuk
* SIZE: 20x15 cm/'7.87x5.90 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

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.

Oksana Ivanyuk