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Title: Oil painting There is a lake on the outskirts Alex Kalenyuk

Description: №AAA4690 The oil painting on canvas titled "There is a Lake on the Outskirts" captures the essence of a secluded autumnal lake, surrounded by a dense forest in full seasonal transformation. With its rich impasto brushstrokes and expressive palette, The painting conveys a sense of tranquility, inviting the viewer into a moment where nature and solitude merge into one harmonious scene. The artist’s use of color, texture, and composition creates a vibrant yet peaceful atmosphere, immersing the observer in the golden hues of autumn and the cool reflections of the water. The foreground of The painting is dominated by a thick and textured portrayal of wild grasses and reeds, their forms bending and twisting as if caught in a gentle breeze. The golden yellows, deep oranges, and earthy browns of the vegetation contrast with the deeper greens, creating a dynamic layering effect that enhances The painting’s depth. The thick brushstrokes give the impression of tactile movement, making the grasses and shoreline feel alive with seasonal change. The presence of light filtering through the foliage adds a warm glow, reinforcing the autumnal ambiance. At the heart of the composition, a small rowboat glides across the reflective surface of the lake. The boat, painted in deep blue and green tones, stands out against the warm surroundings, drawing attention to the lone figure within. The figure, rendered in expressive dashes of red, black, and white, appears lost in contemplation, their posture relaxed as they move gently with the water’s currents. The scene evokes a sense of solitude and introspection, where the human presence feels seamlessly integrated into the natural environment. The stillness of the lake, combined with the subtle ripples created by the boat’s passage, enhances The painting’s tranquil mood. The background showcases a dense autumnal forest, its foliage ablaze with deep reds, oranges, and golden yellows. The trees rise with bold vertical strokes, their thick branches intertwining to form a canopy of color. The artist’s expressive technique brings energy and movement to the scene, as if the leaves are rustling in a soft autumn breeze. The play of light and shadow among the trees suggests depth, drawing the eye toward the distant horizon where the forest meets the sky. The impressionistic rendering of the treetops, blending hints of violet and blue, adds a dreamlike quality, making the scene feel almost ethereal.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "There is a lake on the outskirts"
* ARTISTS: Alex Kalenyuk* SIZE: 15x20 cm/'5.90x7.87 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* 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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