Oil painting To the house Alex Ivanyuk

№AAA3960

The painting "To the House" captures a vivid, atmospheric landscape scene, depicting people making their way home through a wintery terrain. The artist uses thick, expressive strokes of oil paint applied with a palette knife, which gives the artwork a rich texture and a three-dimensional quality. The impasto technique creates depth and movement, making the scene feel alive and dynamic. In the foreground, a path is covered with uneven snow in various shades of icy blue, turquoise, and lilac. These tones evoke the coldness of the season, while the reflections of light in the snow add a sense of crispness. Small figures, painted in dark and warm colors, are seen walking along this snowy path. Their presence brings a human element to the otherwise wild and serene landscape, suggesting a journey toward warmth and shelter. The middle ground features a cluster of houses with dark, textured roofs and vibrant autumnal foliage in shades of orange, yellow, and brown. The contrast between the cold, icy foreground and the warmer tones of the houses creates a striking visual balance, hinting at the comfort and safety of home against the harshness of the outdoors. The sky is painted with bold, dramatic strokes in deep purples, blues, and grays, capturing the fleeting moments before dusk. The heavy, textured clouds suggest an impending snowstorm or the lingering presence of winter weather. This moody sky adds an emotional layer to the composition, reinforcing the idea of seeking refuge from the cold. The vertical lines of tall trees frame the scene and add structure to the composition. These trees, with their light-colored trunks, stand in contrast to the darker elements of the painting, guiding the viewer's eye toward the background and emphasizing the depth of the landscape. Overall, the painting conveys a sense of movement, warmth, and human connection amidst the cold wilderness. The artist’s use of bold color contrasts and textured strokes creates a powerful, impressionistic portrayal of winter life, evoking both the challenges and comforts of the season. The signature in the bottom right corner highlights the work of a skilled artist with a confident style and a deep appreciation for nature’s beauty.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "To the house"
* 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