"Cold Wind" by Oksana Ivanyuk: A Vibrant Depiction of Nature's Energy
Dynamic Landscape and Expressive Technique
"Cold Wind" is an evocative oil painting by Oksana Ivanyuk that captures the dynamic force of a windy day through a masterful use of the impasto technique. This artwork, featured in our Collection of Nature Landscapes and Collection of Village Landscapes, uses thick, expressive strokes of paint to create a profound sense of movement and vitality, making the scene come alive with the energy of the elements.
Dramatic Sky and Wind-Swept Trees
The painting's sky is a dramatic canvas of swirling clouds painted in shades of pink, white, with touches of yellow and blue, suggesting the cool vibrancy of a sky dominated by a brisk wind. The vigorous and fluid brushwork imbues the sky with a sense of energy and change, reflective of the painting's title, "Cold Wind." Below this animated sky, the landscape features trees and structures dramatically affected by the wind. The trees, depicted in dark hues of green and brown, are shown with exaggerated, wind-swept forms that convey the force of the wind, bending and swaying in the gusts.
Structures Amidst the Turmoil
Amidst these dynamic trees are structures that appear to be houses or huts, rendered in muted tones of brown, white, and gray. These buildings blend into the turbulent environment yet provide a sense of stability and shelter against the wildness of the natural scene, contrasting dynamically with the movement around them.
Rich Foreground and Textural Depth
The foreground is painted in an expanse of purples and greens, representing either the rugged terrain or a choppy body of water reflecting the stormy sky above. This area of the painting is rich in color and varied in texture, suggesting the rough surface stirred by the cold wind.
Capturing Nature's Power
Throughout the canvas, Ivanyuk’s use of color and vigorous brushwork creates an immersive experience of a cold, invigorating wind that stirs the sky, bends the trees, and ripples across the land or water. "Cold Wind" encapsulates a moment of nature's raw power and beauty, with a chill in the air that is almost palpable. The artist's signature in the lower right corner adds a personal touch to this windswept scene.
About the Artwork
Artwork Details
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Title: "Cold Wind"
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Artist: Oksana Ivanyuk
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Size: 20x25 cm / '7.87x9.84 inches'
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Medium: Oil on canvas
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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
Ivanyuk Oksana was born in 1964 in Rivne region. The love of painting has taken over from the baby. From 1975 to 1980 she studied at the Zoryan Art School of Rivne region.
In 1985 she graduated from the Crimean Art College. M. Samokish (now has the status of a national university). Her teachers of painting were G. Kurilenko, V. Grigoriev. After graduating from the school, she began to work as a teacher of fine arts at the Piryatin School - a gymnasium of aesthetic education, which she founded with her husband in 1990.
Ivanyuk Oksana works in the landscape and still life genre. Personal exhibitions: Kyiv, Museum of Ukrainian Heritage; T. Shevchenko National Museum; the diplomatic mission of Ukraine to the USA (California) and others. She has participated in numerous exhibitions both in Ukraine and abroad.
Explore "Cold Wind" and other works by Oksana Ivanyuk, and consider adding this vivid portrayal of nature’s energy to your collection. Each piece offers a unique glimpse into the natural world, ideal for enhancing any art collection with scenes of breathtaking dynamism and beauty.
