Oil painting Sunny island Oleg Kateryniuk

№Kat 54

The painting titled "Sunny Island" captures the joy and innocence of childhood on a warm summer day. The central figure is a young boy, shirtless and wearing blue shorts, running barefoot through the shallow waves of a sandy beach. His face beams with an unrestrained smile, expressing pure happiness and freedom. Behind him, a kite with a bright, two-toned design — blue and yellow — flies high against the backdrop of a vivid sky filled with soft, white clouds.The composition is simple yet evocative. The artist has placed the boy slightly off-center, allowing the expansive beach and sky to frame him and emphasize the sense of openness and liberty. The lighthouse in the distance stands as a solitary figure against the horizon, adding a touch of nostalgia and serving as a subtle nod to the enduring guidance and safety associated with childhood memories.The color palette, dominated by warm yellows, soft blues, and pure whites, conveys a sense of lightness and warmth. The artist's brushstrokes, particularly in the depiction of the clouds and water, are fluid and dynamic, enhancing the sense of movement and vitality. The shimmering water and the boy’s wet footprints in the sand create a tactile quality, making the scene feel alive and immediate.At its core, "Sunny Island" is a celebration of carefree youth and the boundless energy of a child discovering the world. The kite, flying high and free, symbolizes dreams, aspirations, and the unburdened spirit of childhood. The choice of colors on the kite — blue and yellow — may also carry a deeper symbolic meaning, potentially representing national pride or hope, depending on the cultural context.Through this artwork, the artist invites viewers to reminisce about their own childhood moments of joy, play, and exploration. It serves as a reminder of the importance of holding onto those feelings of freedom and wonder, even as we navigate the complexities of adult life. The painting exudes optimism, portraying a world untouched by worries, where the simple act of running on a beach with a kite can encapsulate the essence of happiness.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Sunny island"
* ARTISTS: Oleg Kateryniuk
* SIZE: 80x60 cm/'31.49x23.62 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product

About the artist: Oleg Kateryniuk was born in 1969 in Ukraine.. has made a successful career as a graphic designer.. But, over the years we become more sensitive to people, to nature, to the environment, to everything around us. So something happened, noticed, interested you and sits in you, with its emotions, feelings, its truth and philosophy.. no-no, it does not bother you, just sometimes, as if talking to you, tells your story, pulls your strings souls, and are forced to flee in search of something new, still unnoticed, and very, as it seems at this time, so necessary.. and not only you.. And in such moments you take a pencil, brushes and everything at hand.. and you draw.. being left alone with canvas or paper and your thoughts..

Oleg Kateryniuk