Oil painting Step to the horizon Oleksiy Ivanyuk

№Kalen 1424

The painting "Step to the Horizon" presents a vivid depiction of a vast field stretching endlessly towards a distant horizon, evoking a sense of freedom and tranquility. The artist uses bold brushstrokes and a rich palette of earthy tones to bring the landscape to life, creating a dynamic and textured composition. The foreground features tall grasses and wildflowers, rendered in shades of green, yellow, and brown, which sway gently in an imagined breeze. These vibrant plants gradually give way to a brilliant band of red and orange flowers, standing out like a fiery ribbon cutting across the landscape. The contrast between the warm, fiery tones of the flowers and the cooler greens and blues of the background creates a vivid, captivating visual experience. In the distance, the landscape softens into rolling hills, painted in muted brown and olive hues, blending seamlessly with the soft blues of the sky. The horizon line is blurred, suggesting the vastness of nature and the endless possibilities that lie beyond. The painting conveys a sense of peace and contemplation, inviting the viewer to step into the landscape and take a walk towards the horizon. The vibrant colors and textures suggest the natural beauty of the countryside, and the inviting path formed by the flowers encourages viewers to explore the unknown. "Step to the Horizon" is a vibrant and evocative piece that captures the timeless beauty of nature. The artist's expressive brushwork and harmonious use of color create a lively, textured landscape that invites viewers to pause, reflect, and take a step towards the future. The painting is a celebration of nature’s vastness and a reminder of the beauty that lies in both the journey and the destination.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Step to the horizon"
* ARTISTS: Oleksiy Ivanyuk
* SIZE: 20x30 cm/'7.87x11.81 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