Oil painting Autumn bell ringing of the church tower Oksana Ivanyuk

№AAA4510

The painting "Autumn Bell Ringing of the Church Tower" captures a serene yet vibrant autumn landscape where a small village church stands as the central focal point. The artist's expressive use of impasto and bold colors brings the scene to life, allowing the viewer to almost hear the distant ringing of bells echoing through the countryside. At the heart of the painting, the church, with its simple white walls and dark, pointed steeple, rises above the rolling fields. The texture of the paint adds a sense of movement and depth, as though the structure is bathed in the soft, golden light of an autumn afternoon. The subtle variations in color on the walls and roof suggest the play of sunlight and shadow, enhancing the warmth and charm of this rustic place of worship. The surrounding landscape is a riot of color, with deep reds, oranges, and golden yellows dominating the scene. The trees, with their branches half-bare and leaves ablaze with autumn hues, frame the church beautifully. The leaves seem to flutter in the breeze, their colors blending dynamically with the background, creating a sense of the season’s transition. The artist’s use of contrasting greens and blues in the sky and grass balances the composition, making the warmth of autumn tones even more striking. In the foreground, the land is painted with thick, expressive strokes, emphasizing the texture of the earth and fallen leaves. The ground is uneven, filled with dips and rises, leading the viewer’s eye toward the church. A small body of water, possibly a shallow stream or pond, reflects the sky and the fiery tones of the foliage, adding an element of stillness and reflection to the composition. The reflection in the water is slightly distorted, enhancing the impressionistic style of the piece. The sky above is rendered in cool blues with hints of turquoise and soft white, suggesting a crisp, clear autumn day. The brushstrokes here are fluid and dynamic, giving the impression of a gentle wind moving the clouds and rustling through the trees. The sky provides a striking contrast to the warmth of the landscape below, further emphasizing the season’s rich color palette. The overall composition is well-balanced, with the church acting as an anchor amidst the expressive energy of the surrounding environment. The use of thick, layered paint gives the work a tactile quality, making the textures of the trees, leaves, and sky almost tangible.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Autumn bell ringing of the church tower"
* ARTISTS: Oksana 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 artists: Ivanyuk Oksana was born in 1964 in Rivne region. The love of painting has taken over from the baby. From 1975 to 1980 she studied at the Zoryan Art School of Rivne region.
In 1985 she graduated from the Art College. M. Samokish (now has the status of a national university). Her teachers of painting were G. Kurilenko, V. Grigoriev. After graduating from the school, she began to work as a teacher of fine arts at the Piryatin School - a gymnasium of aesthetic education, which she founded with her husband in 1990.
Ivanyuk Oksana works in the landscape and still life genre. Personal exhibitions: Kyiv, Museum of Ukrainian Heritage; T. Shevchenko National Museum; the diplomatic mission of Ukraine to the USA (California) and others. She has participated in numerous exhibitions both in Ukraine and abroad.