Oil painting Portrait of a girl with blue hair Oksana Osnach

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The Oil painting Hardboard titled "Portrait of a girl with blue hair" captures a striking vision of modern femininity, blending natural softness with bold artistic expression. The central figure, a young female figure, reclines in a relaxed yet confident pose, her body gracefully draped against the warm tones of an orange and yellow background. Her defining feature is her long, flowing, vividly blue hair, which cascades over her shoulders and down her back, contrasting dramatically with her pale, luminous skin. This vibrant element not only distinguishes the portrait but also serves as a metaphor for individuality, freedom, and inner strength. The blue hair becomes a symbol of the unconventional, a touch of the surreal in an otherwise realistic composition, grounding the piece in both the familiar and the imaginative. Her gaze is directed slightly upward, her expression serene yet introspective, as though she is contemplating something beyond the physical space she inhabits. This subtle sense of detachment imbues the painting with an air of mystery, inviting the viewer to wonder about her thoughts and emotions. The softness of her face, highlighted with delicate shades of pink and peach, enhances her femininity and natural beauty, while her pose, both relaxed and composed, conveys a quiet confidence. The artist has rendered her with sensitivity, ensuring her nudity feels dignified and elegant, emphasizing the timeless celebration of the human form rather than mere exposure. Surrounding the figure, lush green leaves emerge into the composition, framing her body with an organic vitality. The interplay of these rich green tones with the earthy orange and golden hues of the background creates a vivid chromatic contrast, enhancing the blue of her hair and the softness of her skin. The vegetation seems to envelop her, almost blending with her presence, suggesting a deep connection between humanity and nature. This integration of the human body with natural forms evokes themes of harmony, expressiveity, and the primal bond between human existence and the natural world. It is as if the girl herself becomes part of the landscape, an emblem of beauty rooted in both fragility and resilience. The use of light across her figure is subtle and masterful. Gentle highlights illuminate the curves of her body, emphasizing her posture and form without harshness. Her skin appears to glow softly, absorbing and reflecting the surrounding colors, creating a sense of warmth and intimacy. The delicate modeling of light and shadow adds depth and dimension, giving the viewer a tangible sense of her presence. Her extended arm, resting loosely among the leaves, guides the viewer’s eye outward, while her bent leg and upright torso create a rhythmic balance that anchors the composition. The dynamic balance of horizontal and vertical elements enhances the overall harmony of the scene.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Portrait of a girl with blue hair"
* ARTISTS: Oksana Osnach
* SIZE: 60x70 cm/'23.62x27.55 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, hardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product

About the artist: Oksana Osnach - Born in 1965 in Kherson.

In 2009 she graduated from Kherson State University with a degree in Fine Arts. Teachers: Chuprina VG, Krugla NL
Since 2012 - Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine.
For six years she worked as a teacher at Kherson State University ("Drawing", "Painting"). He is currently a teacher in his own art studio.

In parallel with pedagogical activity I conduct independent creative work. Participant in all-Ukrainian, regional and international art exhibitions:

2012. Solo exhibition of painting "Mosaic of days", Kherson;
2013. Personal exhibition of painting "Two Travels", Kherson;
2015. Personal exhibition of painting "Native to Pain", Kherson;
2017. Personal exhibition of painting “Poetry of Reality”, Kherson;
2017. Personal exhibition of painting "A moment of light", Mykolaiv;
2018. Personal exhibition of painting "Waves of dreams", Kherson.
2012. All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition "Quinji Memorial", Mariupol;
2012. All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition "Ukraine and Sport", dedicated to "Euro 2012", Kyiv;
All-Ukrainian Christmas Art Exhibitions, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2018;
2013. V All-Ukrainian Triennial "Painting-2013", Kyiv;
2014. All-Ukrainian exhibition dedicated to the 200th anniversary of the birth of TG Shevchenko, Kyiv;
2013 International Exhibition-Competition in Italy, laureate of the Istupen;
2013. V International Exhibition of Contemporary Art, St. Petersburg, diploma 3 place;
All-Ukrainian art exhibitions «Picturesque Ukraine», 2010, 2011, 2013, 2015, 2017, 2018;
All-Ukrainian Art Exhibitions for Independence Day of Ukraine, 2011, 2014, 2016, 2018;
All-Ukrainian Art Exhibitions dedicated to the Day of the Artist, 2009, 2011, 2013, 2016, 2018;
2016. All-Ukrainian Triennial of Abstract Art “ART-AKT”, Chernivtsi;
2017. II All-Ukrainian Exhibition of Abstract Painting, Kyiv;
2017. VIII All-Ukrainian Biennale of the historical genre “Ukraine from Trypillya to the Present in Images of Contemporary Artists”, Kyiv;
2018. New Figure Art Project, Odessa;
2018. All-Ukrainian triennial of painting ART-NOVA, Kremenchug.
Active participant of plein air in Kherson

2013. International plein air, Yaroslav, Poland;
2016. Plein Air "Kinburg Spit", Mykolaiv region .;
2017. Transcarpathian plein air, Ivano-Frankivsk region, Yasinya village;
2018. Plein air at Kam, Jan Sich, Republican village, Kherson region.
Over the last 8 years periodically, there have been good reviews in the Kherson press, stories and broadcasts have been broadcast on the regional TV channels "VTV" and "Scythia", Kharkiv "InformBureau".

In 2015, the Kherson Regional Organization of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine was awarded the title "Best Artist of the Year".

The works are in the Kherson Art Museum named after O. Shevkunenko and private collections in Ukraine, Poland, Bulgaria, Russia, Germany, Israel and the Netherlands. The paintings were also sold at charity auctions.