Oil painting Cozy village life Oksana Ivanyuk

№AAA3984

This oil painting cardboard, titled "Cozy village life", the interplay of bright yellows, deep greens, and earthy browns brings the scene to life, evoking a sense of nostalgia and harmony with nature. In the foreground, a lush field of sunflowers stretches across the canvas, their golden petals painted with bold, swirling strokes. The thick application of paint gives the flowers a tangible, almost sculptural quality, as if they are swaying gently in the breeze. The sunflowers are in various stages of bloom, some fully open, their dark centers turned toward the sun, while others remain partially closed, adding depth and realism to the scene. The bright yellows and oranges contrast beautifully with the rich greens of the stems and leaves, creating a dynamic and lively visual effect. Beyond the sunflower field, a cluster of village houses nestles among the greenery. The houses are painted in warm ochres, browns, and soft whites, their thatched roofs adding to the rustic charm of the setting. The artist’s use of thick brushstrokes gives the buildings a textured, almost weathered appearance, reinforcing the idea of a long-standing, well-loved village. Small windows and doors, painted with subtle detail, suggest a cozy, welcoming atmosphere, as if life is quietly unfolding inside. In the background, a few trees with dark green foliage rise against the sky, their branches and leaves rendered with expressive, loose brushwork. The trees provide a sense of enclosure, framing the village and adding depth to the composition. Power lines and poles, painted in muted tones, subtly hint at modern life coexisting with the timeless beauty of the countryside. Above, the sky is a blend of soft purples, blues, and whites, with clouds drifting across the horizon. The artist’s expressive handling of the sky mirrors the movement seen throughout the painting, unifying the composition with a sense of gentle motion. The sky’s pastel hues contrast softly with the warm, sunlit tones of the foreground, enhancing the painting’s dreamy, idyllic quality. The overall atmosphere of the painting is warm, inviting, and deeply nostalgic, celebrating the beauty of simple rural life. The rich, tactile quality of the brushstrokes and the warm, glowing colors make this artwork a celebration of rustic beauty, tradition, and the enduring charm of village life.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Cozy village life"
* ARTISTS: Oksana Ivanyuk
* SIZE: 15x20 cm/'5.90x7.87 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product

About the artists: Kalenyuk 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 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.
Kalenyuk 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 abroad3