Oil painting The first snow fell Yuriy Suprunchuk

№AAA4314

The painting "The First Snow Fell" beautifully captures the serene and almost magical moment when the landscape is blanketed in the season’s first snowfall. The scene unfolds in a quiet village where a path, barely visible beneath the fresh white layer, meanders towards a church with its elegant white towers and golden domes standing against the cool blue sky. The artist’s brushstrokes create a sense of depth and movement, as if the gentle snowfall has just settled, softening the contours of the land. The crispness of the snow contrasts with the warm autumnal hues still lingering on the trees. The remaining leaves, in shades of deep red, burnt orange, and golden yellow, stand defiantly against the changing season, adding vibrancy and warmth to the otherwise cool-toned composition. The trees themselves, with their delicate branches, appear to sway gently in the winter air, as if whispering their farewell to autumn. The presence of the church lends a spiritual and peaceful aura to the painting, emphasizing the harmony between nature and architecture. Its white walls, slightly softened by the impressionistic brushwork, reflect the surrounding snow, making it seem almost ethereal. The domes, touched with gold, catch the light, becoming a beacon in the winter landscape. Around the church, small houses and buildings with dark roofs peek through the snow, nestled cozily among the trees. The foreground features a frozen body of water, its surface mirroring the subdued winter sky. The reflections of the trees and sky shimmer in the icy blue tones, adding an element of tranquility to the scene. The subtle hints of warm color in the reflections suggest that the water has not yet fully succumbed to the cold, reminding us of the gradual transition between autumn and winter. A winding path in the snow leads the viewer’s eye through the painting, inviting them to step into this peaceful village setting. The brushwork in the snow varies—some areas appear smooth and untouched, while others show signs of movement, possibly footprints of villagers making their way toward the church. These delicate details give the painting a sense of life and continuity. The sky, painted in soft, muted blues with hints of clouds, suggests the crispness of a cold morning. There is a stillness in the air, as if nature itself is pausing to admire the purity of the landscape before winter fully takes hold.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "The first snow fell"
* ARTISTS: Yuriy Suprunchuk
* SIZE: 15x20 cm/'5.90x7.87 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artist: Zhitomir artist Suprunchuk Yuri Sergeevich Born on April 11, 1961, in the city of Zhitomir. Graduated from the Zheleznogorsk Art School, Russia (1982). Teachers in the specialty: V. Chukuev, E. Nikulin. Painter. Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine (2002). Major works: "Near the house" (2005), "Winter on the outskirts of Zhitomir" (2006), "Autumn still life" (2004). Lived and worked in the city of Zhitomir.