Oil painting Christmas carol Alex Ivanyuk

"A Christmas Carol" by Alex Ivanyuk: A Captivating Winter Tale

A Warm and Magical Winter Scene

"A Christmas Carol" is a mesmerizing oil painting by Alex Ivanyuk that beautifully captures the essence of the holiday spirit in a rural winter setting. This piece is a prominent highlight in our Collection of Winter Landscapes and also resonates with the charming simplicity found in our Collection of Village Landscapes. Ivanyuk's masterful use of light and texture brings this festive scene to life, making it a perfect choice for those looking to Buy a Oil Painting that embodies the joy and warmth of Christmas.

Vivid Details and Homely Atmosphere

The painting unfolds a cozy winter narrative under the glow of a luminous Christmas star, which casts its warm light against a dark gray sky, infusing the scene with a sense of magic and celebration. The ground, houses, and fences are blanketed in snow depicted through broad, impasto strokes of white, blue, and lavender, lending the snowscape a soft and glistening appearance reminiscent of a fresh snowfall.

Contrasting shadows in darker tones add depth and dimension, enhancing the winter light's play across the canvas. The foreground is lively with figures of people and dogs moving along a village street, their forms articulated with bold, decisive brushstrokes that convey movement and vitality. Pops of color on their winter attire draw the eye, making these figures the focal point of the composition.

In the background, houses are painted in darker, muted tones, setting off the brightly lit foreground and emphasizing the Christmas star's radiance. These structures, with their simple architecture, snow-laden roofs, and smoke rising from chimneys, contribute to the painting's overall sense of homeliness and comfort.

About the Artwork 

Artwork Details

• Title: "A Christmas Carol"
• Artist: Alex Ivanyuk
• Size: 45x50 cm / '17.71x19.68 inches'
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• Technique: Original artwork 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.

Experience the Magic of Christmas Through Art

This painting is an ideal acquisition for those looking for a timeless piece that brings the magic of the winter holidays into their home. It is available for purchase through our Online Art Gallery Store, offering a secure way to add this enchanting piece to your collection. Explore Other works by Alex Ivanyuk to discover more paintings that capture the beauty and solemnity of the Ukrainian landscape across the seasons. "A Christmas Carol" is more than just a painting; it is a celebration of the warmth and tranquility that define the Christmas season.