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Title: Oil painting Relaxing on a bench Alex Kalenyuk

Description: NoAAA4747 The oil painting on cardboard titled "Relaxing on a Bench" transports the viewer into a serene rural setting, where time seems to slow down, allowing for a moment of contemplation and peace. The composition is centered around a traditional countryside house with a thatched roof, nestled among lush greenery and surrounded by a white wooden fence. The warm earthy tones of the house contrast beautifully with the cool blues of the sky and fence, creating a harmonious balance of colors. In the foreground, a winding dirt path leads towards the house, inviting the viewer to step into the scene. The path is painted with thick, expressive brushstrokes in golden yellows and greens, reflecting the warmth of the sun. Patches of grass and wildflowers peek through, adding a sense of natural abundance and untamed beauty to the environment. At the heart of The painting, a figure sits on a wooden bench just outside the fence. Clad in red, this person appears to be resting, perhaps deep in thought or simply enjoying the fresh air and gentle sunlight. The artist has skillfully rendered the figure with loose yet deliberate brushstrokes, giving a sense of movement and life. Despite the absence of facial details, the posture conveys a relaxed and contemplative mood. The background is filled with a dense array of trees, their foliage depicted in rich, deep greens, fiery oranges, and hints of purple. The leaves and branches are painted in thick, swirling strokes, imbuing the scene with energy and texture. The trees not only frame the house but also provide a sense of shelter and coziness, reinforcing the idea of home as a place of refuge and warmth. Above, the sky is a striking shade of blue, with hints of ochre and deep brown interspersed among the clouds. The dynamic movement in the sky adds a touch of drama, suggesting a late afternoon or early evening setting when the sun casts long shadows and bathes the surroundings in golden light. The sky's contrast with the earthy tones below further enhances The painting's depth and vibrancy. On the right side of The painting, a wooden utility pole stands tall, a subtle yet important element that bridges the rustic charm of the village with the encroachment of modernity. Its pale color stands out against the darker tones of the trees, drawing the eye towards it. The inclusion of this element adds to the storytelling aspect of the piece, suggesting that despite the rural setting, this is a place where life continues to evolve.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Relaxing on a bench"
* ARTISTS: Alex Kalenyuk* 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.

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