Oil painting Whispers from the Mountains Igor Konovalov

Oil Painting: "Once Upon a Time in Tibet Part 12" by Igor Konovalov

The mystical essence of Tibetan landscapes with "Whispers from the Mountains" a profound oil painting by Igor Konovalov. Spanning 135x135 cm (53.14x53.14 inches), this hand-painted masterpiece on canvas is a significant piece in our collection, offering a window into the serene yet vibrant spirit of Tibet as envisioned by Konovalov. "Whispers from the Mountains" is not merely an artistic representation of a place but a portal to the mystical landscapes that lie at the intersection of the real and the imagined. Igor Konovalov's painting is an invitation to explore the depths of one's imagination and to embark on a journey that transcends geographical boundaries, making it a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of contemporary art.

About the Artwork

• Title: "Whispers from the Mountains" - Part 12
• Artist: Igor Konovalov
• Size: 135x135 cm (53.14x53.14 inches)
• Medium: Oil on Canvas
• Authenticity: Hand-Painted Original from Our Collection
• Condition: Extensively documented through photographs for a detailed view

About the Artist

He was born in 1965 in the city of Novy Bug.

1983—1987 — Dnipropetrovsk State Art School.

1987—1993 — Kyiv State Art Institute.

Since 1993, co-founder of the art commune "Squat on Olehivska Street", the activity of which has two periods:

1993—1996 — "classic squat" (occupation of premises for workshops and housing, exhibition activity, as a practice of introduction into society).

1996-2006 — "fictitious squat" (author of the project — Fiction Gallery Expedition. — going beyond workshops and galleries (institutions) into open urban space.

The founder of the Hill-art direction (art on the hills), within the framework of which actions were held and facilities were created on the hills of Kyiv.

2010-2020 - develops the author's mythology, which he called "Infodelica".

The creator of paintings, promotions, objects and video art.

Lives and works in Kyiv.

EXHIBITIONS

Personal exhibitions:

2020 - Recreation room, Kyiv History Museum, Kyiv

2019 - "Voices", CSM "Soviart", Kyiv

2018 - "Two Pages", Kyiv History Museum, Kyiv

2017 - "Point of support", CSM "Soviart", Kyiv

2016 – "Presidency", CSM "Soviart", Kyiv

2016 - "Relax", CSM "Soviart", Kyiv

2015 – "Wi-Fi", DTEK Academy, business center "Eurasia", Kyiv

2013 - "Infa&infadelika", 8-bit Gallery, Kyiv

2012 - "Infa", Gallery "Forest", Moscow, Russia

2011 - "Infa", RA Gallery, Kyiv

2010 – I. Konovalov, Museum of Sovr. image of Arts of Ukraine (MSIIU), Kyiv

2009 – "Golden Mountains", RA Gallery, Kyiv

2008 - Ctrl-Z, RA Gallery, Kyiv

Group exhibitions:

2020 – ART CAPITAL, Grand Palais, Paris. Salon Comparaisons, groupe Alain Campello

2017 - "Squat on Olehivska Street", Sumy Municipal Gallery, Sumy

2015 – Museum collections, Ukrainian modern art. (1985-2015)

2015 – "Coefficient of independence" (America House), Kyiv

2015 - "Art for the sake of life" - charity project, "Art Arsenal", Kyiv

2014 - The 21st nude art exhibition "MAN & WOMAN", At the Museum of New Art, Pärnu, Estonia

2012 - "Squat on Olehivska Street", M17 Center of Contemporary Art, Kyiv

2012 - Art-Moscow, 16th International Art Fair, Moscow, Russia

2011 - "Independents", New art of the new country 1991-2011, "Art Arsenal", Kyiv

2011 – "Space Odyssey-2011", "Art Arsenal", Kyiv

2010 - Art project "AUT" - international art project, Chocolate House, Kyiv

Press:

• Catalog for a personal exhibition: I. Konovalov, Museum of Modern Fine Arts of Ukraine (MSIIU), "Infa", "Forest" Gallery

• The book "Squat on Olehivska Street" (1993 - 2015), Kyiv

• Collection of the Museum of Ukrainian Modern Art 1985–2015 from private collections

25 years of presence. Modern Ukrainian artists. 1991-2016, Kyiv

• Collection of catalogs of participation in numerous exhibitions and auctions

Works are located:

• Dnipropetrovsk Art Museum

• Museum of Modern Fine Arts of Ukraine (MSIIU)

• Kyiv History Museum

• In private meetings: Boris and Tetyana Hrynievych, Igor Voronov, Igor Abramovich, Oleg Krasnosilskyi, Volodymyr Kashirskyi, and others.

Artistic Merit and Technique

Crafted with the finesse of oil on canvas, "Whispers from the Mountains" stands as a testament to Konovalov's mastery in capturing the essence of his subjects. The painting embodies a deep exploration of color, light, and texture, bringing to life the mystical and rugged terrain of Tibet. The artist's commitment to detail and the evocative use of colors transport viewers to a realm that transcends the mere visual, into a space of spiritual and aesthetic contemplation.

A Journey Through Art and Mythology

"Whispers from the Mountains" reflects Konovalov's deep engagement with the themes of philosophy, allegory, and the lyrical poetic outlook. The artwork invites viewers on an odyssey that bridges the tangible with the mystical, offering a narrative that is as much about the external landscapes as it is about the internal voyages of the soul.