Description
"Near the Well" is an enchanting oil painting that captures a tranquil moment in a rustic village setting. The artist employs a vibrant impasto technique, with thick and expressive brushstrokes that lend a lively texture to the canvas, evoking the tactile feel of the environment. The central focus of the composition is a traditional well, constructed with wooden beams and topped with a shingled roof. The well is painted with a mix of earthy browns and shadows, giving it an appearance of aged wood weathered by time. The roof of the well is depicted with swift, angular strokes in shades of brown and gray, suggesting the texture of the wooden shingles. Beside the well sits a figure in a red garment, likely a villager, portrayed in a state of rest or perhaps drawing water. The figure's posture is relaxed, and the red color of the attire stands out vividly against the more subdued tones of the surroundings, drawing the viewer's attention to the human element of the scene. The well and the figure are situated in an open space with a path that leads to the well, painted in strokes of green and hints of lavender, suggesting grass and flowers along the way. This path serves as a visual guide that connects the foreground to the background. In the background, the artist has skillfully rendered a village scene with small houses, their architecture suggested by simple geometric shapes and strokes. One house, in particular, is highlighted by a red roof, echoing the color of the figure's garment and providing visual harmony. The walls of the homes are painted in a cool blue, contrasting with the warmth of the roofs and the lush greenery. The surrounding landscape is rich with various shades of green, indicating trees and shrubs, with touches of yellow and white that could represent sunlight filtering through the leaves. The overall impression is one of a peaceful village where life moves at a slower, more contemplative pace. The sky above is a tapestry of cool blues, whites, and grays, with the brushstrokes creating a sense of a gentle movement in the clouds. This serene sky adds to the idyllic atmosphere of the painting. "Near the Well" is not just a depiction of a place but also a narrative of rural life's simplicity and the timeless act of gathering water, a scene that could be from any era. The signature in the corner is unobtrusive, allowing the viewer to immerse themselves fully in the charm and quietude of the painted scene.
*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Near the well"
* ARTISTS: Oksana Kalenyuk
* SIZE: 25x30 cm/'9.84x11.81 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.
About the artist: Kalenyuk Oksana was born in 1964 in Rivne region. The love of painting has taken over from the baby. From 1975 to 1980 she studied at the Zoryan Art School of Rivne region.
In 1985 she graduated from the Crimean Art College. M. Samokish (now has the status of a national university). Her teachers of painting were G. Kurilenko, V. Grigoriev. After graduating from the school, she began to work as a teacher of fine arts at the Piryatin School - a gymnasium of aesthetic education, which she founded with her husband in 1990.
Kalenyuk Oksana works in the landscape and still life genre. Personal exhibitions: Kyiv, Museum of Ukrainian Heritage; T. Shevchenko National Museum; the diplomatic mission of Ukraine to the USA (California) and others. She has participated in numerous exhibitions both in Ukraine and abroad.
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Oil painting Near the well Oksana Kalenyuk
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