Oil painting Evening rays Oleksiy Ivanyuk

№Kalen 1415

The painting "Evening Rays" beautifully captures the warm, golden light of sunset gently illuminating a rural landscape. The artist uses vibrant, earthy tones and bold, expressive brushstrokes to convey the serenity of nature at dusk, when the last rays of sunlight bathe the landscape in soft, warm hues. The foreground of the painting is dominated by a rolling field, painted in rich shades of gold, ochre, and brown, suggesting a harvest-ready landscape. The textured brushstrokes create a sense of depth and movement, making the field appear alive and dynamic. Scattered patches of green and purple add contrast and hint at wildflowers or grass catching the light. In the middle ground, a small figure dressed in a blue garment can be seen walking along a winding path, adding a human element to the natural scene. The figure’s presence suggests a sense of peaceful solitude, as they walk through the field, enjoying the calmness of the evening. The background features trees and shrubs, painted in deep, earthy tones of brown, green, and purple, creating a natural frame for the scene. The trees cast long shadows, indicating the low position of the sun as it sets on the horizon. The play of light and shadow adds depth and atmosphere to the composition. The sky, though only partially visible, is painted in soft, golden tones, suggesting the glow of the setting sun. The warm, golden light permeates the entire painting, creating a feeling of tranquility and warmth. The artist’s signature in blue is located in the lower left corner, subtly contrasting with the earthy palette of the landscape. The painting "Evening Rays" is a warm and inviting depiction of a rural landscape at sunset. The rich, earthy colors and expressive brushstrokes create a dynamic and textured scene, filled with life and warmth. It captures the beauty of the golden hour, evoking feelings of peace, nostalgia, and harmony with nature.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Evening rays"
* ARTISTS: Oleksiy Ivanyuk
* SIZE: 30x35 cm/'11.81x13.77 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

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.

Oleksiy Ivanyuk