Oil painting I found a friend Yulia Lihina

"I Found a Friend" by Yulia Lihina: A Touching Moment from 'Hachi: A Dog's Tale'

Collection and Artistic Details

This oil painting, entitled "I Found a Friend," is a part of our Collection of Portraits & Genre, which also enriches our Collection of Contemporary Art. It offers a vivid depiction of a poignant scene from "Hachi: A Dog's Tale," capturing the essence of compassion and loyalty that defines the film. This piece is an exemplary choice for those interested in Affordable Original Art and is a significant addition to our selection of Other Works by Yulia Lihina. It invites collectors and art enthusiasts looking to Buy a Oil painting that resonates with profound emotional depth.

Artistic Interpretation

The artwork features Richard Gere's character in a transformative moment of discovery, holding a small Akita puppy, portrayed with rich detail and emotive strength. The subtle interplay of light and shadow illuminates the profound connection between the characters, highlighting the themes of loyalty and the bonds formed between humans and animals.

Theme and Inspiration

The painting delves into the themes of unexpected friendship and the unconditional love between a man and his dog. Inspired by a real-life story adapted into the film, it portrays the initial meeting that blossoms into a legendary tale of loyalty and companionship. The artist's personal connection to the film's narrative enhances the authenticity and emotional appeal of the painting.

About This Painting

Artwork Details

• Title: "I found a friend" - Scene from the film: Hachi: A Dog's Tale
• Artist: Yulia Lihina
• Size: 50x65 cm/'19.68x25.59 inches'
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• Hand Painted: An original piece from our collection

Condition and Detailed Viewing

Presented in impeccable condition, oil painting invites viewers to explore its every detail through comprehensive imagery, capturing all angles and facets of this stunning piece.

About the Artist

Yulia Lihina, born on November 10, 1984 in Kharkov, Ukraine, was a very restless and stubborn child. At three years old, her mother showed her how to draw to calm her down. Julia attended art studio and art school from 1989 to 2002. This experience helped her understand how to live further, since she could not imagine her life without colors and art.

She graduated with honors from the Kharkov Art School (2002-2007), painting department, becoming an artist and teacher. During her studies, Julia painted many paintings to order, including stills from films, which was an interesting experience for her.

After graduating from school, she got married and soon became the mother of two children. After the divorce, she tried to return to painting, but her children did not allow her to do so. While working for a network company while on maternity leave, she saw how artists painted and sold their paintings, which inspired her to take up painting again. She quit her online business and started over with support from family and friends.

In 2019, Yulia began studying how artists work on the Internet. In 2020, she took a course on blogging and selling paintings abroad, starting to paint during the quarantine period. She considers the Internet the best direction for developing and promoting her creativity around the world.

On February 24, 2022, war began in her country. Initially, Yulia thought that everything would end quickly, but then she had to leave home, experiencing pain and depression. She quickly coped with it, started volunteering and received a grant to purchase art materials. This gave her the motivation to move forward and do something she had wanted to do since she was three years old.

Julia draws inspiration from films, loving the genres of biography, thriller, crime, detective, comedy, history, sports, drama and romance. She loves to convey the complex emotional states of actors on camera and finds cinema a special source of inspiration.

Her favorite artists are Levitan, Polenov, Serov, Repin and many others in this style. She specializes in drawing, painting and landscapes, working primarily in oil, charcoal and pastel. Julia primes the canvases herself, using the techniques of the old masters and imprimatura.

Invitation to Viewers

We invite you to explore "I Found a Friend," a painting that not only embodies a memorable cinematic moment but also serves as an homage to the enduring love and loyalty between humans and their animal companions. This piece stands as a testament to the film's emotional depth and the artist's skill in capturing the essence of its story through the medium of oil painting.

Discover this and other works by Yulia Lihina in our collection, where art meets emotion in a celebration of life's most heartfelt moments. Each piece offers a unique perspective and a deep connection to stories that inspire and move us.