Oil painting Village in the shadow of the forest Oleksiy Ivanyuk

№Kalen 1429

The painting "Village in the Shadow of the Forest" presents a captivating scene of a vibrant rural landscape, where a small village nestles at the base of a dense forest. The artist employs a bold and dynamic color palette, blending rich blues, earthy browns, and soft greens, to convey the beauty and mystery of a quiet settlement surrounded by nature. The forest's tall trees dominate the background, painted with thick, expressive brushstrokes that capture the wild and untamed essence of the woods. The forest appears to loom protectively over the village, casting shadows that give the scene a sense of shelter and isolation. The village houses are subtly depicted with earthy tones, suggesting simplicity and harmony with the natural surroundings. In the foreground, the use of bright blues and warm oranges creates a sense of depth and contrast, evoking the idea of sunlight filtering through the trees and casting reflections on the landscape. The sky, painted in soft greens and cream tones, adds a dreamlike quality to the composition, suggesting a peaceful day with gentle clouds drifting across the horizon. The painting conveys a mood of tranquility and connection to nature. The village's placement within the forest's shadow symbolizes protection and harmony between humans and the natural world. There is a sense of calm isolation, as if this is a place where time slows down and the simple joys of rural life can be enjoyed without distraction. "Village in the Shadow of the Forest" is a vivid and textured landscape that invites the viewer to experience the peaceful coexistence of humans and nature. The expressive brushstrokes and playful color contrasts give the painting a sense of movement and vitality, making it a dynamic portrayal of rural life surrounded by the majestic beauty of the forest. The artwork captures the essence of simplicity, encouraging the viewer to reflect on the serenity and harmony found in nature.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Village in the shadow of the forest"
* ARTISTS: Oleksiy Ivanyuk
* SIZE: 25x30 cm/'9.84x11.81 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* 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