Oil painting Corn fields in the village Oleksiy Ivanyuk

№AAA4110

This oil painting cardboard, titled "Corn fields in the village", the painting captures the essence of rural life, immersing the viewer in the golden hues of a cornfield stretching towards a small, cozy house nestled at the edge of a dense forest. The thick, expressive brushstrokes and rich impasto technique bring texture and depth, making the landscape feel almost tangible. In the foreground, the cornfield dominates the scene with its vivid yellow and golden tones. The thick application of paint gives the impression of rustling leaves and ripe corn stalks swaying gently in the breeze. The artist uses a combination of warm yellows, earthy browns, and hints of orange to depict the vibrancy of the field, suggesting the peak of the harvest season. A small rustic house sits humbly at the border of the field, partially hidden by the towering crops and the surrounding forest. Its earthy tones, with a sloping roof and simple structure, create a sense of warmth and solitude, reinforcing the painting’s intimate and peaceful atmosphere. The house appears to be a quiet retreat, possibly belonging to a farmer or a villager who has spent the day tending to the fields. Beyond the house, the background consists of a dense forest painted with deep greens, blues, and purples. The thick foliage rises high, contrasting sharply with the bright, open field. The trees, created with dynamic, layered brushstrokes, add depth and movement, making the scene feel alive. Some leaves catch the light, giving off a soft golden shimmer, as if the setting sun is filtering through the branches. The sky above is a delicate mixture of pale yellows, soft whites, and hints of lavender, suggesting either an early morning glow or the fading light of evening. The artist skillfully blends these colors to create an atmospheric backdrop, adding a sense of tranquility to the composition. The interplay of light and shadow throughout the painting enhances the realism, despite the impressionistic style. Through the bold use of color, expressive strokes, and textured layers of oil paint, the artist masterfully captures the feeling of a late summer or early autumn day in the village. The golden cornfield, the cozy house, and the deep green forest together form a composition filled with warmth, depth, and a quiet yet powerful sense of life’s rhythm in the countryside.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Corn fields in the village"
* 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.