
The Beginning of Autumn, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
By Ivan Shapoval
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Cardboard Style: Impressionism Year: 1988 Title: The Beginning of Autumn Size: 17.5" x 23.5" x 0.2'' inch, (45x60x1 cm) Unframed, "The Beginning of Autumn" is an exquisite oil painting that captures the serene beauty of nature in a captivating landscape. The canvas depicts a scene bathed in the soft, golden hues of the transitioning season. The foreground presents a verdant expanse, where a narrow path meanders through a lush green field. The path, gently trodden and inviting, serves as a gateway into the enchanting depths of the surrounding woodland. The artist's skilled brushwork brings the abundant foliage to life, with numerous trees dotting the field. Majestic oaks, graceful birches, and vibrant maples stand tall and proud, their branches intertwining to form a natural canopy. Their leaves, still predominantly verdant but hinting at the first touches of autumnal transformation, exhibit a medley of vibrant greens, yellows, and oranges, evoking the sense of impending change. Above this idyllic scene, the sky stretches out in all its vastness. The artist has masterfully blended soft hues of white and blue, creating a serene atmosphere that envelops the entire composition. Fluffy white clouds drift lazily across the heavens, accentuating the tranquility of the setting and adding a sense of depth to the painting. "The Beginning of Autumn" is a title that perfectly encapsulates the essence of this artwork. It encapsulates the moment when nature's palette begins to shift, heralding the onset of fall. The painting invites viewers to embark on a journey along the path, exploring the captivating beauty of the transitioning landscape. It evokes a sense of anticipation and reflection, capturing the fleeting yet magical essence of this time of year. About Artist: Place of Birth: September 10, 1939, Dniprodzerzhynsk, Ukraine Graduated from Dnipropetrovsk Art School (1967) Graduated from Kharkiv Art Industry Higher School (1973) Field of Activity: Easel painting Teachers: H. Cherniavskly, V. Konstantynopilsky, O. Martynets Ivan Shapoval...
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Oil, Cardboard













