Oil painting A refreshing evening after the heat Alex Ivanyuk

Evening Glow: "A Refreshing Evening After the Heat" by Alex Ivanyuk

A Serene Summer Dusk

"A Refreshing Evening After the Heat" is a masterful oil painting by Alex Ivanyuk that captures the tranquil beauty of a summer evening in the countryside. As part of our Collection of Village Landscapes and Collection of Nature Landscapes, this artwork offers viewers a moment of contemplation and serenity, depicted in the soft, golden light of a fading day.

Vivid Landscapes and Rustic Charm

The painting opens on a lush field, its tall grasses rendered with exceptional skill to sway gently in the breeze, inviting the eye to explore further into the composition. The detailed texture of the grass provides a realistic foreground that leads into the heart of the scene—a mysterious, dense forest that anchors the background with its rich greens and deep shadows.

Within this forest, the towering trees stretch upwards, their canopies speckled with light and shadows that dance across the forest floor. The interplay of light enhances the depth and adds a dynamic element to the serene setting.

Cozy Dwellings Amid Nature

Peeking from behind the trees are two quaint houses, their architecture and wooden facades exuding warmth and coziness. These homes are perfectly integrated into the landscape, suggesting a harmonious coexistence with the surrounding nature. Their presence in the painting adds a human element, connecting the viewer to the scene with a sense of familiarity and peaceful living.

A Sky Ablaze with Summer’s Warmth

Despite the painting’s title, the sky above this idyllic setting is painted in vibrant yellows, casting a warm, ethereal glow that bathes the entire scene. This luminous backdrop contrasts with the cooler title, adding a layer of intrigue and inviting the viewer to ponder the nuances of summer’s warmth versus the evening’s coolness.

A Masterpiece of Summer’s Ephemeral Beauty

"A Refreshing Evening After the Heat" is not just a visual journey; it is an invitation to experience the fleeting beauty of summer, preserved forever in Ivanyuk’s brushstrokes. The painting encourages a pause, a breath of fresh air, and a dive into the tranquility of rural life.

About the Artwork 

Artwork Details

• Title: "A Refreshing Evening After the Heat"
• Artist: Alex Ivanyuk
• Size: 20x25 cm / '7.87x9.84 inches'
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• Technique: Original painting from our collection

Condition and Detailed Viewing

Presented in impeccable condition, oil painting invites viewers to explore its every detail through comprehensive imagery, capturing all angles and facets of this stunning piece.

About the Artist

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.

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