NoAAA4929The acrylic painting on cardboard titled "First Snow in the Mountains" captures a fleeting yet profoundly emotional moment in nature-the instant when the warmth of autumn begins to surrender to the quiet breath of winter. This transition is neither abrupt nor harsh but rather gently poetic, as seen in the artist's use of layered colors, expressive brushwork, and a harmonious balance between the earthy and the ethereal. The foreground is grounded by a row of trees, some deep green evergreens and others painted in bursts of amber and gold, indicating that autumn is still present, though fading. These trees form a natural threshold between the viewer and the majestic mountains beyond. Their saturated tones contrast beautifully with the cooler hues of the distant peaks, creating both depth and a symbolic passage between seasons. Behind the forest, the mountains rise in dramatic waves of lilac, indigo, and mauve, subtly kissed with streaks of crimson and maroon. These layers convey the rugged surface of the mountains while also reflecting the last light of autumn, which still lingers in the land. The use of purples and pinks in the mountain slopes suggests the atmospheric haze often seen in the early hours of a frosty morning or just before twilight, imbuing the piece with a meditative calm. Atop the peaks, delicate strokes of white mark the arrival of the first snow. These snowcaps are not yet overwhelming; they gently rest upon the ridges like soft veils, barely covering the earth beneath. Their lightness speaks of the quiet entrance of winter-silent, yet full of meaning. The snow is rendered in a way that feels organic and fluid, not forced or artificial. It is a visual metaphor for change that is inevitable yet graceful. The sky above is painted in cool turquoise and icy blue, with hints of pale sunlight piercing through. Wisps of clouds sweep across the top of the canvas in rose and coral hues, adding warmth and motion. The contrast between the crisp sky and the cooler mountains below emphasizes the season's shift-sunlight is more distant now, but still present, casting a glow that connects sky and earth. The overall palette of the painting is rich yet balanced, combining the bold tones of fall with the subtle shades of early winter. The artist's brushwork is energetic but controlled, allowing the texture of the cardboard to peek through in places, which enhances the sense of raw, untouched nature. This technique adds authenticity to the scene, reminding the viewer of the organic, ever-changing world that exists beyond the artificial boundaries of civilization.*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING **** TITLE: "First snow in the mountains"* ARTISTS: Mykhailo Patskan* SIZE: 20x30 cm/'7.87x11.81 inches' * MEDIUM: acrylic, cardboard* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.About the artists: Mykhailo Stepanovych Patskan Born on January 18, 1961 in the city of Khust. Graduated from the M. B. Grekov State Art College in 1983. Worked in an art factory, participated in plein airs both in Ukraine and abroad, also had personal exhibitions in the city of Khust, Member of the People's Creative Association "Artist of Verkhovyna". Regular participant in general exhibitions. I like to reproduce Transcarpathian nature in landscapes, I like still lifes and portraits, I make copies of realistic paintings.

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