Oil painting Snowbound Nightfall Oksana Ivanyuk

"Snowbound Nightfall" by Oksana Ivanyuk: A Visual Poem of Winter's Eve

Capturing the Essence of a Dusky Winter Evening

"Snowbound Nightfall" is an evocative oil painting by Oksana Ivanyuk that masterfully captures the tranquil yet profound atmosphere of a winter's eve. This piece is a standout in our Collection of Winter Landscapes and also enriches our Collection of Village Landscapes, highlighting Ivanyuk’s adept use of a muted yet poignant color palette.

A Symphony of Cool Colors and Expressive Textures

Ivanyuk has skillfully employed a palette of cool violets, soft blues, and understated yellows to convey the chill and serenity of the scene. The impasto technique, with its thick, expressive brushstrokes, adds a tactile dimension to the landscape, suggesting the rough, uneven terrain and the bristling cold of the air.

Narrative of Solitude and Serenity

A solitary figure, painted in deep blue to mirror the early night sky, traverses the snowy landscape, adding a narrative layer of solitude and reflection to the canvas. This figure’s journey across the snow-covered ground, depicted in a mosaic of whites and grays, conveys a sense of quiet endurance and introspective solitude at the day's end.

Ethereal Backdrop and Luminous Sky

In the background, a line of trees stands stark and silent against the winter sky, their bare branches rendered like fine lacework against the fading evening light. The sky itself is a canvas of soft, swirling clouds that beautifully capture the last rays of light, with hints of daylight lingering on the horizon.

An Invitation to Contemplate

"Snowbound Nightfall" invites viewers to contemplate the serene moments just after sunset, a time when the world transitions from the hustle of the day to the peaceful embrace of the night. It is a painting that speaks profoundly to the stillness and the mesmerizing beauty of nature's daily farewell.

About the Artwork 

Artwork Details

• Title: "Snowbound Nightfall"
• Artist: Oksana Ivanyuk
• Size: 20x30 cm / '7.87x11.81 inches'
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• Technique: Hand-painted original 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

Ivanyuk Oksana was born in 1964 in Rivne region. The love of painting has taken over from the baby. From 1975 to 1980 she studied at the Zoryan Art School of Rivne region.
In 1985 she graduated from the Crimean Art College. M. Samokish (now has the status of a national university). Her teachers of painting were G. Kurilenko, V. Grigoriev. After graduating from the school, she began to work as a teacher of fine arts at the Piryatin School - a gymnasium of aesthetic education, which she founded with her husband in 1990.
Ivanyuk Oksana works in the landscape and still life genre. Personal exhibitions: Kyiv, Museum of Ukrainian Heritage; T. Shevchenko National Museum; the diplomatic mission of Ukraine to the USA (California) and others. She has participated in numerous exhibitions both in Ukraine and abroad.

Explore and Acquire

Step into the serene world captured in "Snowbound Nightfall" and consider adding this piece to your collection. Buy this Oil Painting to experience the quiet beauty of winter evenings through Ivanyuk’s eyes. Explore Other works by Oksana Ivanyuk or visit our Online Art Gallery Store to discover more artworks that capture the essence of rural and winter landscapes. This painting is not just a visual treat; it's an invitation to experience the reflective calm and the captivating beauty of a snowbound nightfall.