Oil painting Morning frost Oleksiy Ivanyuk

№Kalen 1411

The painting "Morning Frost" vividly captures the quiet beauty of an early morning in nature, when the first light of the sun breaks through the trees and frost clings to the ground. The artist uses thick, textured brushstrokes and a rich, contrasting color palette to evoke the chill and warmth of a frosty morning. The centerpiece of the painting is the tall, frost-covered trees, painted in cool shades of blue, lavender, and violet, symbolizing the cold air and icy ground. The trees are depicted with thick, layered brushstrokes, giving them a rough, textured appearance, almost as if they are covered in frost or ice crystals. The dynamic brushwork creates a sense of motion and life, as if the trees are gently swaying in the crisp morning breeze. In the background, warm yellow, orange, and gold tones peek through the cool blue palette, representing the first rays of sunlight breaking through the trees. The glowing light creates a beautiful contrast with the cold hues of the trees and frost, symbolizing the transition from night to day and the warmth that follows the cold. In the foreground, a small figure in a bright orange coat is visible, crouching or sitting on the ground. The bright orange and red hues of the figure’s clothing stand out dramatically against the cool, frosty landscape, drawing the viewer’s attention. The figure appears to be engaged in a quiet activity, perhaps gathering something from the ground or simply appreciating the beauty of the morning. The presence of the figure adds a human element to the scene, making it feel personal and relatable. The ground in the foreground is painted in cool greens and blues, with touches of white and light purple to represent the frost-covered grass and earth. The artist’s use of thick paint and layered colors gives the ground a rich, textured appearance, suggesting the rough, uneven surface of frozen soil. The sky is a blend of golden yellows, pale blues, and soft pinks, indicating the beginning of a new day. The play of light and shadow throughout the painting creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, making the viewer feel as if they are standing in the middle of a cold, peaceful forest as the sun rises. The artist’s signature in orange is visible in the bottom left corner, blending harmoniously with the warm tones in the painting. The painting "Morning Frost" is a stunning and evocative portrayal of nature’s beauty, capturing the balance between cold and warmth, darkness and light. The artist’s use of vivid colors and expressive brushstrokes brings the landscape to life, creating a dynamic and textured composition that celebrates the quiet magic of a frosty morning. The painting invites the viewer to reflect on life’s transitions and find beauty in the peaceful moments of nature.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Morning frost"
* ARTISTS: Oleksiy Ivanyuk
* SIZE: 25x20 cm/'9.84x7.87 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