Original artwork description:

№Kalen 1321

The oil painting titled "Above the Pond" is a vivid and textural representation of a landscape teeming with life and color. The artist uses the impasto technique to build up the surface of the canvas with thick strokes of paint, giving the work a dynamic and sculptural presence. In the foreground, a lush tapestry of foliage in fiery autumnal hues of orange, red, and gold seems to dance and flicker, suggesting the movement of leaves in a gentle breeze. These warm colors are offset by the cool blues and greens of a tranquil pond, its surface reflecting the riot of color above and around it, while also providing a peaceful counterpoint to the exuberance of the trees. The middle ground is a melding of colors where the water meets the land, with dabs of paint suggesting wildflowers, grasses, or perhaps rocks at the water's edge. These elements lead the viewer's eye toward the mysterious and somewhat obscured backdrop of a mountain or hill, rendered in cooler, subdued tones of blue and violet, which adds depth and solidity to the composition. The sky above is a patchwork of whites, blues, and hints of lavender, suggesting a canopy of clouds drifting overhead in a serene sky. It might be the cusp of evening, where the last light of day gives everything a soft, ethereal glow. "Above the Pond" is not just a depiction of a landscape; it's an experience of texture, color, and light. It captures the essence of a perfect autumn day when nature is ablaze with color, and the air is crisp with the promise of the changing seasons. It invites the viewer to pause and reflect on the beauty of the natural world.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Above the pond"
* ARTISTS: Alex Kalenyuk
* SIZE: 35x45 cm/'13.77x17.71 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

Materials used:

oil

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