Artist: Oleksiy Ivanyuk
Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Medium: Oil on Cardboard
Year: 2024
Style: Impressionism
Title: Moonlit night in the field
Size: 6" x 8" x 0.2'' inch, (15x20 x0.5 cm)
Unframed,
This oil painting cardboard, titled "Moonlit night in the field", the artist’s use of impasto brushstrokes and a vivid color palette creates a dynamic interplay of light and shadow, giving the composition depth and movement. At the center of the painting stands a large haystack, painted in fiery hues of yellow, orange, and red. It appears illuminated, as if absorbing the subtle moonlight and radiating warmth against the cool tones of the night. The haystack’s textured, thick brushstrokes create a sense of volume and presence, making it the dominant focal point of the piece. The sharp peak at its top accentuates its form, standing tall against the darkened sky. The foreground is composed of deep blues, purples, and greens, depicting uneven terrain, possibly a field or meadow. The brushstrokes are thick and expressive, giving the ground a rich texture. The use of blue and purple highlights suggests the presence of shadows cast by the haystack and the surrounding elements, emphasizing the contrast between light and darkness. Above, the night sky is painted in a deep, rich burgundy, transitioning into shades of violet and indigo. This unconventional choice of color adds an atmospheric quality to the painting, evoking a sense of quiet mystery. The sky appears to be in motion, with swirling brushstrokes that mimic the movement of clouds or a light evening breeze. A luminous full moon dominates the upper right corner of the painting, rendered in shades of pale yellow, green, and blue. The moon’s glow subtly influences the surrounding landscape, casting a delicate light on the field. Despite its small size, the moon serves as a secondary focal point, drawing the eye upward and balancing the composition. The background is an abstract fusion of earthy tones, with hints of blue and red blending into the horizon. The distant forms are loosely defined, suggesting rolling fields or gentle hills, disappearing into the night. This effect creates depth and perspective, giving the impression of a vast, open space.
Born on March 13, 1954, in Pyryatyn, Poltava Region, Ukraine, the artist graduated from the N. Samokish Art College. Specializing in landscapes and still lifes, his paintings are celebrated for their warmth, emotional depth, and strong connection to Ukrainian cultural traditions.
A Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine since 2008, he taught fine arts for over 20 years while actively exhibiting his work in numerous national and international exhibitions, including solo shows in Kyiv, Warsaw, California (USA), and throughout Ukraine.
His works are held in several museum collections, including the National Museum of Art of Ukraine, the Taras Shevchenko National Museum, the Museum of Cultural Heritage in Kyiv, and the Poltava Museum of Local Lore.
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