Oil painting Golden domes of the church Yuriy Suprunchuk

№AAA4415

The painting "Golden Domes of the Church" captures a tranquil and deeply spiritual scene where the grandeur of nature harmonizes with the sacred architecture of a countryside church. The composition leads the viewer's gaze to the center, where the church with its shining golden domes stands as a beacon of faith and tradition, surrounded by a serene landscape of lush greenery, a reflective river, and a vast, expressive sky. The sky, occupying a significant part of the painting, is an interplay of movement and depth. The swirling clouds, painted in soft grays, blues, and hints of violet, create a sense of atmosphere, suggesting either an impending storm or the peaceful clearing of the skies after rain. The dramatic contrast between the illuminated and shadowed areas of the sky enhances the scene’s emotive quality, reinforcing the theme of light and divinity. At the heart of the painting, the church stands proudly, its architecture elegantly captured with loose yet deliberate brushstrokes. The white walls of the structure contrast with the earthy tones of the landscape, making it appear almost ethereal against the darker background. The golden domes, delicately highlighted, shimmer with an otherworldly glow, symbolizing spiritual enlightenment and the timeless presence of faith in rural life. The church’s reflection in the nearby river adds to its grandeur, doubling its presence and enhancing the sense of stillness in the composition. The foreground showcases a gently sloping riverbank, painted in rich golden yellows, greens, and warm browns. The expressive brushwork in this area gives a sense of texture and movement, as if the grass and foliage are swaying in the breeze. The water itself is rendered with a masterful use of blues and ochres, reflecting both the sky above and the surrounding vegetation. Small ripples in the river’s surface create a sense of life and natural energy, preventing the landscape from feeling static. On either side of the church, trees and shrubs are painted with an impressionistic flair, their forms blending into the background yet still maintaining a strong presence. Some trees appear bare, with delicate white branches reaching upward like prayerful hands, while others are lush and full, reinforcing the cycle of life and the ever-changing nature of the seasons.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Golden domes of the church"
* ARTISTS: Yuriy Suprunchuk
* SIZE: 15x20 cm/'5.90x7.87 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artist: Zhitomir artist Suprunchuk Yuri Sergeevich Born on April 11, 1961, in the city of Zhitomir. Graduated from the Zheleznogorsk Art School, Russia (1982). Teachers in the specialty: V. Chukuev, E. Nikulin. Painter. Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine (2002). Major works: "Near the house" (2005), "Winter on the outskirts of Zhitomir" (2006), "Autumn still life" (2004). Lived and worked in the city of Zhitomir.