Oil painting The road leading to the village Oleksiy Ivanyuk

№AAA4012

This oil painting cardboard, titled "The road leading to the village", the artist employs an impasto technique, layering thick applications of paint to create a sense of movement and depth, making the landscape feel alive and dynamic. The composition is centered around a winding dirt road that meanders through a golden field, guiding the viewer’s eye towards a small village in the distance. The road, painted in warm earthy tones of pinks, reds, and ochres, is lined with patches of grass and wildflowers, suggesting the beauty of nature untouched by time. The varied brushwork gives the impression of uneven terrain, creating a sense of realism despite the abstract, expressive style. The vast fields surrounding the road are painted in a striking mix of yellows, oranges, and deep greens, evoking the richness of late summer or early autumn. The thick, textured strokes mimic the movement of tall grasses swaying in the breeze, adding energy to the scene. The variation in color and texture creates depth, making the fields appear endless and inviting. Two small figures, possibly farmers or villagers, are depicted walking along the path, adding a human presence to the otherwise vast landscape. Their forms are rendered with loose, impressionistic strokes, blending harmoniously into the surroundings. Their presence suggests a connection between the land and its people, emphasizing a way of life deeply rooted in nature and tradition. In the background, a small village emerges on the horizon, nestled among rolling hills and lush greenery. A white church with a golden dome stands prominently, serving as a focal point that draws the eye towards the distant settlement. The bright facade of the church contrasts beautifully against the deeper greens and blues of the landscape, symbolizing warmth, hope, and a sense of community. The sky is a brilliant expanse of soft blues, lavenders, and hints of white, filled with thick, swirling clouds that add a sense of movement and atmosphere. The cool tones of the sky contrast with the warm hues of the fields below, creating a visually striking composition. The dynamic application of paint suggests a gentle breeze passing through, further enhancing the painting’s feeling of life and energy. Despite the expressive style and textured surface, the painting captures a deep sense of nostalgia and tranquility. The winding road, the glowing fields, and the distant village all contribute to an inviting scene that feels both timeless and familiar.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "The road leading to 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.