Oil painting In the shadow of the square Alex Ivanyuk

Vibrant Urban Energy: "In the Shadow of the Square" by Alex Ivanyuk

A Masterful Expression of Urban Life

"In the Shadow of the Square" is an evocative oil painting by Alex Ivanyuk that captures the essence of urban vibrancy through an Abstract Expressionist lens. This striking work, part of our Collection of Cityscapes, uses the impasto technique to apply thick layers of paint, creating a textured surface that brings the street scene to life with rich relief. The colors—ranging from soft earthy tones to vivid whites, greens, reds, and blues—flow into one another, imbuing the canvas with movement and vitality.

A Study in Abstract Expression

The painting simplifies human figures to their elemental forms, focusing on color and shape rather than detailed facial features or clothing, typical of abstract art. The background, a series of horizontal stripes, suggests a road or sidewalk, merging seamlessly with the foreground in a single, unified composition that challenges traditional perspectives and enhances the abstract nature of the work. The spontaneous brushstrokes and exuberant energy of the painting capture a snapshot of everyday life, making it a unique piece for any art collection.

About the Artwork 

Artwork Details

• Title: "In the Shadow of the Square"
• Artist: Alex Ivanyuk
• Size: 20x30 cm / '7.87x11.81 inches'
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• Technique: Original artwork from our exclusive 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

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.

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