Oil painting Different shades of sunset V. Zadorozhnya

№AAA4676

The oil painting on cardboard titled "Different Shades of Sunset" is a mesmerizing exploration of color, light, and texture, capturing the fleeting beauty of a sunset as it transforms the landscape. Through a masterful use of thick, expressive brushstrokes and a vibrant color palette, the artist evokes the warmth and serenity of a summer evening, where the sky is ablaze with golden light, and the rolling hills bask in the glow of the setting sun. The foreground features gently sloping fields painted in a brilliant combination of yellows, greens, and oranges. The texture of the brushstrokes adds a tactile quality to the terrain, giving the impression of wild grasses and blooming flowers swaying in the breeze. The sunlit hills create a striking contrast with the darker patches of land beneath them, suggesting the interplay of shadow and light as the sun lowers toward the horizon. The rich green foliage in the middle ground adds vibrancy to the scene, bringing a sense of life and movement to the composition. The background is a symphony of color, with rolling hills fading into deep purples and blues as they recede into the distance. This layering of color creates a sense of depth and vastness, drawing the viewer’s eye toward the horizon. The use of cool tones in the background serves as a dramatic contrast to the warm, fiery hues of the sky, further emphasizing the intensity of the sunset. Above the landscape, the sky is a breathtaking display of color transitions, ranging from soft yellows to deep oranges and reds. The thick impasto technique gives the sky a rich texture, making it feel dynamic and alive. The gradation of warm tones creates the illusion of heat radiating from the horizon, as if the last remnants of daylight are dissolving into the atmosphere. A luminous, textured white sun hangs in the sky, its circular form standing out against the fiery backdrop. The subtle texture around the sun suggests the gentle diffusion of light, adding to the realism and depth of the piece.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Different shades of sunset"
* ARTISTS: V. Zadorozhnya
* 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