Oil painting What are you Yulia Lihina

"What are you" by Yulia Lihina: A Vivid Recollection of Cinematic Influence

Collection and Artistic Insight

This captivating oil painting, titled "What are you," belongs to our Collection of Portraits & Genre and enriches our Collection of Contemporary Art. It features a powerful scene that is reminiscent of the dynamic and intense narrative of the film "Le Dobermann." The artwork skillfully captures the essence of a legendary cinematic duo, invoking the thrill and complexity of their on-screen story. This painting is a profound choice for those looking to Buy a Oil painting that embodies the vigor of cinematic art and is a prominent highlight in our array of Other works by Yulia Lihina. It offers an excellent opportunity to acquire Fine Art Paintings for Sale, showcasing unique character portrayals that resonate with film enthusiasts and art collectors alike.

Artistic Interpretation

The painting depicts an engaging scene with two main characters: a man, resembling Vincent Cassel, and a woman, echoing Monica Bellucci. Their expressions and attire are depicted with meticulous detail, reflecting their complex personas. The man’s mischievous smile and the woman’s contemplative stance, combined with the lush, green backdrop, set the stage for a story of intrigue and charisma.

Theme and Inspiration

The painting explores themes of companionship, mystery, and the crossing of paths in unexpected ways, which are central to the film's plot. The artist reflects on how the film "Le Dobermann" influenced her artistic vision, leading her to create a piece that not only depicts a scene but also encapsulates the emotional and thematic depth of the movie.

About This Painting

Artwork Details

• Title: "What are you" - Scene from the film: Le Dobermann
• Artist: Yulia Lihina
• Size: 61x94 cm/'24.01x37.00 inches'
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• Hand Painted: Original artwork 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

Yulia Lihina, born on November 10, 1984 in Kharkov, Ukraine, was a very restless and stubborn child. At three years old, her mother showed her how to draw to calm her down. Julia attended art studio and art school from 1989 to 2002. This experience helped her understand how to live further, since she could not imagine her life without colors and art.

She graduated with honors from the Kharkov Art School (2002-2007), painting department, becoming an artist and teacher. During her studies, Julia painted many paintings to order, including stills from films, which was an interesting experience for her.

After graduating from school, she got married and soon became the mother of two children. After the divorce, she tried to return to painting, but her children did not allow her to do so. While working for a network company while on maternity leave, she saw how artists painted and sold their paintings, which inspired her to take up painting again. She quit her online business and started over with support from family and friends.

In 2019, Yulia began studying how artists work on the Internet. In 2020, she took a course on blogging and selling paintings abroad, starting to paint during the quarantine period. She considers the Internet the best direction for developing and promoting her creativity around the world.

On February 24, 2022, war began in her country. Initially, Yulia thought that everything would end quickly, but then she had to leave home, experiencing pain and depression. She quickly coped with it, started volunteering and received a grant to purchase art materials. This gave her the motivation to move forward and do something she had wanted to do since she was three years old.

Julia draws inspiration from films, loving the genres of biography, thriller, crime, detective, comedy, history, sports, drama and romance. She loves to convey the complex emotional states of actors on camera and finds cinema a special source of inspiration.

Her favorite artists are Levitan, Polenov, Serov, Repin and many others in this style. She specializes in drawing, painting and landscapes, working primarily in oil, charcoal and pastel. Julia primes the canvases herself, using the techniques of the old masters and imprimatura.

Invitation to Viewers

We invite you to delve into "What are you," a painting that not only recreates a memorable film scene but also serves as a homage to the transformative power of cinema. This piece stands as a narrative of shared experiences and the enduring impact of films on personal and artistic growth. It celebrates the legacy of Yulia Lihina’s favorite cinematic moments and offers art lovers a chance to own a piece of contemporary portrait art that transcends the ordinary.

Explore this and other works by Yulia Lihina in our collection, where each painting is not just an artwork but a story woven with colors and emotions, capturing the essence of cinematic legends through the eyes of a skilled artist.