Oil painting On the slope Oleksiy Ivanyuk

№Kalen 1459

The painting titled "On the Slope" captures a vibrant and dynamic rural landscape where a herd of white goats grazes on a colorful hillside, bathed in the warm light of a setting sun. The artist uses bold, textured brushstrokes and a rich palette of reds, greens, blues, and yellows to depict the beauty of nature in motion, creating a sense of depth and energy in the scene. The foreground is filled with lush vegetation painted in warm, earthy tones of red, orange, and green. The thick application of paint gives the impression of dense grass and wildflowers that cover the hillside. The use of vivid colors and swirling brushstrokes conveys a sense of movement and vitality, suggesting that the wind is gently rustling the grass. Among the vibrant foliage, white goats stand out as bright, lively elements, their forms created with quick, flowing strokes. The goats appear to be scattered across the slope, peacefully grazing, adding a sense of tranquility and harmony to the dynamic landscape. The middle ground features a dark, forested hill rising steeply on the left side of the painting. The trees and bushes are painted in deep shades of green, blue, and purple, providing a cool contrast to the warm tones of the slope. The darker hill adds depth to the composition, creating a sense of distance and natural balance. A narrow path winds along the slope, leading the viewer's eye through the landscape. The diagonal lines of the hill and path create a dynamic composition, emphasizing the steepness of the terrain. The background features a dramatic sky, painted with bold swirls of cream, yellow, and soft blue tones. The clouds are rendered in thick, expressive strokes, suggesting a dynamic, ever-changing sky as the day comes to an end. The soft blues and purples in the distance hint at mountains or distant hills, adding a sense of vastness and perspective. The light from the sky illuminates the slope, casting warm reflections on the grass and foliage. The contrast between the bright sky and the dark hill enhances the drama and beauty of the scene, evoking a feeling of peaceful solitude in nature. The overall mood of the painting is lively yet peaceful, capturing the serenity of rural life in harmony with nature. The vibrant colors and energetic brushstrokes convey a sense of life and movement, while the quiet presence of the goats adds a feeling of calm and tranquility. The painting evokes a connection to the natural world, reminding viewers of the simple beauty of everyday rural scenes and the joy of being outdoors. "On the Slope" is a vibrant and expressive painting that captures the essence of rural life and the natural beauty of the landscape. Through bold colors, dynamic brushstrokes, and a harmonious composition, the artist conveys a sense of peaceful coexistence with nature. The painting invites viewers to reflect on the simple joys of pastoral life and appreciate the ever-changing beauty of the natural world.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "On the slope"
* ARTISTS: Oleksiy 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 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