Oil painting Warmth in the yard Oksana Ivanyuk

№AAA5252

The oil painting on Canvas titled "Warmth in the Yard" exudes a profound sense of comfort and nostalgia, transporting the viewer to a quiet village nestled under a vast blue sky. With bold impasto brushwork and radiant color, the artist captures not just the image of a place, but the emotional warmth that resides there. The composition is alive with texture and sunlight, telling the story of a day that feels suspended in peaceful simplicity. Dominating the scene are traditional village houses with thick thatched roofs, their whitewashed walls glowing warmly under the golden light. The tactile surface of the paint mimics the rough textures of plaster, wood, and earth, imbuing the scene with authenticity. Each building leans gently into the next, forming a cozy, protective cluster around the central courtyard. The placement of the homes and their angled rooftops draws the viewer inward, as though invited to enter a private world where time moves slower. In the foreground, the golden courtyard is flecked with broken shadows and sun-warmed patches of dry earth. A few red chickens peck the ground, their small forms animated and lively. They give rhythm and life to the otherwise still scene, reminding us of the daily simplicity of village routines. Their presence is not merely decorative—it enhances the feeling of home, of cycles and seasons lived out close to nature. At the heart of this yard sits a woman, dressed in a turquoise blouse and dark skirt, her hair tied back in red. She appears to be seated on a bench, perhaps peeling vegetables or simply enjoying the late afternoon sun. Her posture is relaxed, absorbed in her moment, indifferent to the viewer’s gaze. It is a quiet, powerful symbol of rural resilience, of a life lived close to the land. Her presence humanizes the space, offering a window into a grounded and self-sufficient lifestyle. Behind her, leafy trees rise beyond the rooftops, painted in dense green strokes with flecks of light that capture the sun filtering through. These trees act as both backdrop and shelter, closing off the space from the unknown beyond. Among them peeks the dome of a church, crowned with a golden cupola that catches the light like a candle’s flame. This architectural detail adds a spiritual dimension to the piece—a gentle reminder of faith and continuity that underpins village life.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Warmth in the yard"
* ARTISTS: Oksana Ivanyuk
* SIZE: 15x20 cm/5.90x7.87 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* 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: Oksana Ivanyuk 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.
Oksana Ivanyuk 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.