Oil painting The boat is sailing on the lake Oleksiy Ivanyuk

№AAA4713

The oil painting on cardboard titled "The Boat is Sailing on the Lake" is a vibrant and atmospheric depiction of a tranquil waterway surrounded by lush nature. With bold, impasto brushstrokes and a rich palette of colors, the artist brings to life the peaceful motion of a small boat gliding across the reflective surface of the lake, set against a backdrop of deep greens, warm autumnal hues, and a brilliant sky. At the heart of the composition is the lone figure in the boat, painted in delicate strokes of white and ochre, which contrast against the dark, rich waters. The bright red of the boat serves as a striking focal point, guiding the viewer’s gaze across the painting. The lone occupant, possibly a fisherman or a wanderer, appears at ease, gently steering through the water. This simple, almost meditative act creates a sense of solitude and harmony with nature, evoking feelings of calmness and reflection. The towering trees in the background dominate the upper half of the painting, their thick foliage created with a mix of yellow, green, and blue tones. The heavy application of paint lends a sense of movement, as if a gentle breeze is stirring the leaves. The interplay of light and shadow adds depth to the trees, making them appear both dense and airy. Their reflections shimmer on the water’s surface, distorted yet recognizable, adding a dreamlike quality to the scene. The sky, painted in a blend of blues, purples, and whites, is dynamic and expressive. The clouds, applied in thick swirls of paint, seem to drift lazily, casting a soft light over the landscape. The contrast between the cool tones of the sky and the warmer hues of the foliage and water creates a striking visual balance, enhancing the painting’s overall atmosphere. The water, depicted in an array of blues, greens, and earthy tones, reflects the surrounding landscape with an impressionistic quality. The reflections of the trees, sky, and boat are slightly abstracted, with bold brushstrokes giving the surface a rippling effect. The contrast between the darker, shadowed areas and the bright patches of reflected sky adds a sense of depth and movement to the scene, capturing the natural ebb and flow of the lake.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "The boat is sailing on the lake"
* 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.