Pen painting River rest Alexander Arkadievich Litvinov

№AAA3055

"Resting on the River" is a captivating watercolor landscape that effortlessly draws the viewer into a tranquil world of autumnal splendor. The artist's skilled brushwork masterfully captures the essence of nature, meticulously rendering the scene in timeless black and white hues. The absence of color does not diminish the artwork's allure; instead, it imbues it with a sense of ethereal nostalgia and a focus on the interplay of light and shadow. In the foreground of the painting, a meandering river gracefully winds its way through a dense, enchanting forest. The river's gentle ripples create mesmerizing reflections of the surrounding trees and foliage, forming a shimmering pathway of silvery light that leads the eye deeper into the composition. The artist expertly employs subtle tonal variations to convey the crispness of autumn air, and the textured strokes evoke the rustling leaves underfoot. The forest that frames the river in this monochromatic marvel is an enchanting tapestry of trees. As autumn's touch takes hold, the foliage undergoes its seasonal transformation, painting the landscape in an array of grayscale shades. The trees stand tall and proud, their gnarled branches intertwining like ancient storytellers sharing secrets of the past. Among the branches, a few remaining leaves hold on with determination, whispering a final ode to the fleeting season. In the distance, the forest begins to fade into the soft embrace of mist, creating an evocative sense of depth and mystery. The subtle interplay of light and shadow skillfully executed by the artist highlights the play of nature's elements in this autumnal symphony. The painting's title, "Resting on the River," hints at the serenity and peace that the viewer experiences upon gazing upon this artwork. It invites one to imagine taking a moment of respite by the riverbank, observing the harmony between nature's elements, and becoming part of the picturesque scene. "Resting on the River" is a profound work of art, where the monochromatic palette magnifies the emotive power of the composition. The absence of color encourages the viewer to immerse themselves fully in the delicate interplay of light and shadow, transforming a simple landscape into a mesmerizing visual poem that captivates the imagination and leaves an indelible mark on the soul.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "River rest"
* ARTISTS: Alexander Arkadievich Litvinov
* SIZE: 20x31 cm/'7.87x12.20 inches'
* MEDIUM: pen, paper
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artists: Alexander Arkadievich Litvinov was born on May 18, 1967 in the city of Lubny. He graduated from the Lubensk secondary school № 1. One of his favorite lessons was drawing. I was even more attracted by studies at an art school, where boys and girls were introduced to high art thanks to the wise teachers Vasily Semenyuta, Anatoly Kharchuk, Nikolai Korablev, Tamara Moshnikoviy. Especially in his artistic development, Alexander owes to Vasily Ivanovich Semenyuta, his classical school of teaching, which he enriched in his time through his acquaintance with famous artists Alexei Asaulenko and Petr Likhin. And also an extremely important role in the passion for painting was played by the fact that Alexander's father, Arkady Petrovich Litvinov, was both a talented artist and an excellent teacher. He had 53 years of teaching experience - he taught drawing and drawing at the Lubensk school №8, many of his students connected their professions with artistic creativity. Alexander's elder brother, Oleg Arkadyevich Litvinov, a member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine, now lives in Odessa, also chose the artistic path.

And after leaving school, Alexander served in the army, where his artistic talent came in handy - in Soviet times, visual agitation was highly valued. He served in Dnepropetrovsk, where two personal exhibitions of his paintings were organized. While still at school, Alexander began to design books, in particular, children's literature. He received his first creative fee in the tenth grade from the publishing house "Raduga" for the design of the book by Anatoly Rybakov "Krosh's Vacation". Later she studied at the Odessa Theater and Art School, specializing in "Decoration of puppet shows and artistic and props art."

Studying at the school and passion from childhood with historical and biblical literature greatly influenced the creative manner of the artist. He works in the style of the so-called figurative art, where the main thing is the image of the human body.