Oil painting Overlooking the village Oksana Ivanyuk

№AAA3874

This oil painting cardboard, titled "Overlooking the village", the painting exudes a sense of tranquility and nostalgia, drawing the viewer into a scene where human habitation blends harmoniously with nature. The foreground features an uneven, textured path painted in muted shades of lavender, soft gray, and hints of ochre. The brushwork gives the impression of a well-trodden dirt road, possibly covered in dust or the remnants of dried mud, leading toward the village. The presence of purples and grays suggests the coolness of the fading daylight or the soft shadows of dawn stretching across the ground. Three tall utility poles stand along the road, their slightly leaning forms adding a dynamic vertical element to the otherwise horizontal composition. The poles, painted in rough strokes of brown and white, are connected by barely visible wires, emphasizing the quiet stillness of the moment. Their presence signifies human infrastructure, yet their rustic nature keeps them in harmony with the rural setting. In the middle ground, traditional village houses are nestled among trees with sloping roofs and simple wooden structures. The artist uses warm ochres, deep browns, and soft whites to depict the houses, giving them an inviting, lived-in quality. The golden light reflecting off some of the walls and rooftops suggests the presence of sunlight, possibly during sunrise or sunset, casting long, dramatic shadows across the landscape. The background is dominated by a dense cluster of trees painted in a blend of warm autumnal tones—deep greens, fiery oranges, and rich browns. The impasto technique adds texture and vibrancy, making the foliage appear lush and full of life. The trees serve as a natural frame for the village, reinforcing the intimate, secluded atmosphere of the scene. Above, the sky is painted in soft, muted tones of gray and olive green, with hints of golden yellow peeking through. The thick, swirling brushstrokes create the impression of moving clouds, enhancing the sense of a changing atmosphere—perhaps the approach of evening or the break of a new day. The painting beautifully captures the balance between human presence and the natural environment, offering a glimpse into the timeless charm of a countryside village.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Overlooking the village"
* ARTISTS: Oksana Ivanyuk
* SIZE: 15x20 cm/'5.90x7.87 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* 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 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 abroad3