Oil painting The edge of a plowed field Oleksiy Ivanyuk

№AAA4021

This oil painting cardboard, titled "The edge of a plowed field", the artist employs bold, expressive brushstrokes and a dynamic color palette to convey the depth and energy of the scene. The foreground is dominated by freshly plowed earth, depicted in deep, warm tones of reddish-brown, ochre, and hints of green. The impasto technique creates a tactile, almost three-dimensional effect, making the soil appear rough and textured. Scattered among the furrows are small patches of green, suggesting remnants of vegetation or the first signs of new growth. The interplay of colors and brushstrokes enhances the raw, organic feel of the land, making it come alive with movement and depth. Transitioning from the plowed field, the middle ground features a patch of golden grass, contrasting with the dark, earthy tones of the foreground. This unplowed area appears lush and vibrant, its bright yellows and greens catching the light, possibly reflecting the warmth of the setting or rising sun. The brushwork in this section is looser, with energetic strokes that add a sense of natural flow to the landscape. To the right, a solitary dark green tree stands tall, its thick foliage and deep shadows providing a strong focal point. The tree’s presence adds a sense of scale and stability to the composition, anchoring the scene while also contrasting with the surrounding lighter tones. The density of its leaves and the thick application of paint create a sculptural effect, emphasizing its dominance in the landscape. In the background, rolling hills stretch towards the horizon, bathed in a soft, golden light. The artist uses a more blended, harmonious palette here, incorporating muted yellows, greens, and blues to suggest distance and atmospheric depth. The sky above is tinged with purple and blue hues, indicating the transition between day and night, possibly capturing the fleeting glow of dusk or dawn. Throughout the painting, the expressive use of color and texture creates a vivid sense of place, transporting the viewer to a peaceful countryside setting. The contrast between the rich, worked soil and the untouched grassy areas symbolizes the balance between human cultivation and the natural world. The energy and dynamism of the brushstrokes evoke the forces of nature at play, making the landscape feel alive and constantly changing.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "The edge of a plowed field"
* 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.