Original artwork description:

№Kalen 1271

The oil painting "A Frosty Day" presents a lively winter scene, capturing the essence of a village wrapped in the grip of a cold, crisp day. The artist uses the impasto technique, where the paint is applied in thick, generous strokes, giving the scene a textured, almost sculptural feel. The sky, painted in a mix of cool blues and soft purples, is filled with the movement of swirling clouds, suggesting the briskness of the frosty air. The varied hues and the dynamic application of paint evoke the fleeting and changeable nature of the winter sky. Below this animated sky, the village is rendered in a palette of muted colors, with the architecture of the houses depicted in whites and grays, suggesting they are covered in a layer of frost. Occasional strokes of red and brown interrupt this monochrome scheme, hinting at the life and warmth that persists despite the cold. In the foreground, the ground is a vast expanse of white, portraying the snow that blankets the landscape. The paint here is applied in a way that captures the undulating texture of the snow's surface, with shadows in blues and purples adding depth and form to the flat whiteness. Figures in the scene are indicated by small bursts of color against the white snow, suggesting people going about their day, braving the cold. Their presence brings a human element to the painting, adding a narrative of resilience and daily life continuing in the face of the winter's chill. The painting is alive with the chill of the winter's day, but also with the activity and color of the village and its inhabitants. The artist's signature is prominently placed, asserting their connection to the scene and the moment captured. "A Frosty Day" is a celebration of winter's stark beauty and the warmth of human life within it.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "A frosty day"
* ARTISTS: Alex Kalenyuk
* SIZE: 15x21 cm/'5.90x8.26 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

Materials used:

oil

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