NoAAA3867

This oil painting cardboard, titled "Relaxation on a summer river", the interplay of colors, light, and reflections creates a dreamy atmosphere, evoking the sensation of floating gently along a calm river. In the foreground, the shimmering water reflects the sky and surrounding greenery, painted in a blend of soft purples, deep browns, and golden yellows. The artist skillfully conveys the movement of the water with dynamic, layered brushstrokes, giving it a rippling effect. A small blue boat drifts near the riverbank, with a lone figure rowing leisurely. The relaxed posture of the figure suggests a moment of solitude and contemplation, reinforcing the theme of peaceful escape. The middle ground is dominated by a lush canopy of trees, their green leaves rendered in varying shades of emerald, olive, and golden yellow. The thick application of paint gives the trees a tactile, almost sculptural quality, enhancing their presence within the scene. Sunlight filters through the foliage, casting dappled light onto the river, adding warmth and depth to the composition. In the background, the sky is a mesmerizing swirl of soft pinks, blues, and whites, creating a stunning contrast with the rich greens of the landscape. The artist uses expressive brushwork to depict delicate, flowing clouds, adding a sense of movement and liveliness to the otherwise serene setting. The sky's pastel tones contribute to the dreamy, almost impressionistic feel of the painting. The painting invites the viewer to experience the quiet joy of drifting on the water, surrounded by nature's beauty. Through a harmonious blend of colors, textures, and composition, the artist conveys the soothing rhythm of a summer day spent in solitude, where time slows down, and the simple act of rowing becomes a meditative experience. The painting is a celebration of nature's ability to restore and inspire, offering a moment of peaceful retreat from the world.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Relaxation on a summer river"
* 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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