Oil painting Birds fly over the river Yuriy Suprunchuk

№AAA4954

The oil painting on cardboard titled “Birds Fly Over the River” portrays a tranquil riverside scene that captures the gentle rhythm of nature. The artist masterfully evokes a sense of peace and contemplation, guiding the viewer through a harmonious blend of land, water, and sky. The atmosphere is soft and meditative, filled with the quiet beauty of an early autumn day, where time seems to slow as birds glide freely across the horizon. In the foreground, the rocky shoreline stretches diagonally from the lower left, leading the eye naturally toward the river’s shimmering surface. Stones of varying shapes and colors—soft grays, purples, and muted greens—dot the banks, creating texture and grounding the composition in the tangible world. Their irregular edges contrast beautifully with the stillness of the water, emphasizing the peaceful coexistence between movement and rest found in nature. A lone boat rests gently at the edge of the river, partially grounded on the shore. Its dark green and brown tones blend with the earthy palette of the surrounding rocks, making it feel as though it is part of the landscape itself. Though seemingly abandoned, the boat tells a quiet story—perhaps of a fisherman who once used it, or a traveler who paused to observe the passing birds. It adds a human touch without disturbing the serenity of the natural scene. The water, painted in fluid strokes of aquamarine, turquoise, and soft blues, reflects the surrounding trees and sky, giving the impression of depth and clarity. Splashes of warm amber and rust red hint at the season, suggesting that the trees along the bank are in their autumn phase. The river’s surface is calm, barely rippling, yet filled with life and color. This body of water is not just a background element—it is the heart of the scene, tying together the distant landscape and the foreground’s rocky details. Above the river, the sky is rendered in subtle shades of beige, grey, and muted lavender, creating a hazy, overcast light. There’s a softness to the clouds that suggests stillness, though not without emotion. The sky does not dominate but gently frames the scene, contributing to its overall harmony.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Birds fly over the river"
* ARTISTS: Yuriy Suprunchuk
* SIZE: 30x40 cm/'11.81x15.74 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artist: Zhitomir artist Suprunchuk Yuri Sergeevich Born on April 11, 1961, in the city of Zhitomir. Graduated from the Zheleznogorsk Art School, R. (1982). Teachers in the specialty: V. Chukuev, E. Nikulin. Painter. Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine (2002). Major works: "Near the house" (2005), "Winter on the outskirts of Zhitomir" (2006), "Autumn still life" (2004). Lived and worked in the city of Zhitomir.