Oil painting Escape from reality Oleg Kateryniuk

№Kat 47

"Escape from Reality" is a striking oil painting that vividly captures the essence of human struggle and the desire to break free from the confines of daily existence. The composition features a solitary figure, seen from behind, who is in mid-stride, suggesting movement and urgency. The figure is dressed in a dark hooded jacket, light blue jeans, and brown boots, which contrast sharply with the pale, almost monochromatic landscape. The background is a desolate, snowy expanse, with minimal vegetation and a stark, cold atmosphere. The sparse plants, rendered in muted tones of gray and blue, add to the sense of isolation and barrenness. The sky and ground merge seamlessly, creating an almost dreamlike, infinite space that emphasizes the figure’s solitude and determination. The figure's posture, bent forward with one arm extended, conveys a sense of struggle and determination, as if they are fighting against an unseen force or attempting to escape an oppressive reality. The forward momentum is palpable, making the viewer feel the urgency and effort involved in this act of escape. The use of light and shadow in the painting is subtle but effective, enhancing the three-dimensionality of the figure and the texture of the snow-covered ground. The artist's technique of blending and layering colors creates a sense of depth and realism, while the overall composition evokes a strong emotional response. "Escape from Reality" can be interpreted as a metaphor for the human condition, reflecting themes of struggle, isolation, and the quest for freedom. The figure's solitary journey through a barren landscape suggests a personal battle against overwhelming odds or a deep-seated desire to break free from societal or psychological constraints. The painting invites viewers to reflect on their own experiences of escapism and the lengths they might go to in order to find solace or liberation. This oil painting masterfully combines realism with a touch of surrealism to create a powerful and evocative narrative. "Escape from Reality" captures a moment of intense emotion and movement, drawing the viewer into the figure’s journey and prompting contemplation of the broader human experience. It is a compelling and thought-provoking work that resonates with anyone who has ever felt the need to escape from their reality.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Escape from reality"
* ARTISTS: Oleg Kateryniuk
* SIZE: 150x130 cm/'59.05x51.18 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* 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 artist: Oleg Kateryniuk was born in 1969 in Ukraine.. has made a successful career as a graphic designer.. But, over the years we become more sensitive to people, to nature, to the environment, to everything around us. So something happened, noticed, interested you and sits in you, with its emotions, feelings, its truth and philosophy.. no-no, it does not bother you, just sometimes, as if talking to you, tells your story, pulls your strings souls, and are forced to flee in search of something new, still unnoticed, and very, as it seems at this time, so necessary.. and not only you.. And in such moments you take a pencil, brushes and everything at hand.. and you draw.. being left alone with canvas or paper and your thoughts..

Oleg Kateryniuk