Oil painting Autumn fields and haystacks Oleksiy Ivanyuk

№AAA3965

This oil painting cardboard, titled "Autumn fields and haystacks", the artist employs a thick impasto technique, layering bold strokes of paint to create texture and movement. The composition is rich with warm golden tones, deep reds, and earthy greens, bringing the vibrancy of the autumn countryside to life. In the foreground, large haystacks dominate the scene, their surfaces painted in warm yellows, deep ochres, and touches of orange. The thick, textured brushstrokes give them a three-dimensional quality, making them feel almost tangible. The way the light hits the haystacks suggests the glow of a low autumn sun, casting warm reflections and subtle shadows. The scattered red and brown patches on the ground hint at fallen leaves, reinforcing the seasonal atmosphere. The middle ground is filled with grassy fields painted in a mix of bright greens, warm browns, and streaks of red. The artist uses energetic strokes, creating an impression of movement, as if the wind is rustling through the grass and leaves. The land appears uneven, adding to the natural, untamed feel of the countryside. In the background, a row of autumn trees with fiery red and orange foliage stands against the sky. Their thickly painted branches and leaves are depicted with bold, expressive strokes, capturing the dramatic transformation of nature in the fall. The contrast between the bright trees and the dark sky above adds a sense of depth and drama to the scene. The sky is painted in deep blues and dark grays, suggesting an impending change in weather, possibly a storm approaching or the last moments of daylight. The dark tones contrast with the golden haystacks and the rich autumn colors below, making the warm hues of the landscape appear even more striking. The overall mood of the painting is both vibrant and dynamic, capturing the essence of the changing seasons. The combination of rich textures, bold color contrasts, and energetic brushwork creates a scene filled with movement, light, and the fleeting beauty of autumn. The painting invites the viewer to experience the crisp air, the scent of drying hay, and the quiet majesty of an autumn landscape before winter sets in.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Autumn fields and haystacks"
* ARTISTS: Oleksiy Ivanyuk
* SIZE: 15x20 cm/'5.90x7.87 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* 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 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.