NoAAA4033

This oil painting cardboard, titled "The river rose in the village", the artist employs an impressionistic style with thick, expressive brushstrokes that convey the movement of water and the atmospheric mood of the moment. The composition is dominated by a vast expanse of water in muted shades of lavender, gray, and beige, giving the impression of a river that has recently overflowed. The fluidity of the brushstrokes captures the natural undulations and ripples of the water's surface, reflecting the sky and the subdued light of the sun. The layering of paint creates a textured effect, making the water appear thick and heavy, as if the landscape is struggling to absorb its excess. In the foreground, a lone figure in a dark coat and red headscarf is seen maneuvering a small green boat through the flooded area. The figure appears isolated yet determined, suggesting a narrative of resilience and adaptation to nature's unpredictable forces. The deep green of the boat contrasts against the softer, more neutral tones of the water, drawing the viewer's attention to the human presence in this otherwise desolate scene. Further into the painting, another small boat floats in the distance, almost blending into the hazy background. This secondary focal point adds depth and perspective, reinforcing the sense of a vast, engulfing flood that has transformed the familiar landscape into an unfamiliar expanse of water. On the left side of the painting, a cluster of trees with dark reddish-brown foliage stands partially submerged. The loose, expressive strokes suggest that the trees are weathering the flood, their trunks disappearing into the water below. The contrast between the dark trees and the lighter, misty background creates a sense of depth and distance. Above, the sky is a soft blend of pale yellows and purples, with a warm sun partially veiled by clouds. The subtle illumination suggests a tranquil yet melancholic atmosphere, perhaps capturing the aftermath of a storm or a seasonal flood that has momentarily disrupted life in the village. The distant horizon reveals faint structures, possibly houses or farm buildings, barely visible through the atmospheric haze. This detail reinforces the theme of nature's dominance over human settlements, as the village seems almost swallowed by the river's unexpected expansion.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "The river rose in the village"
* 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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