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Oil painting For hay Kalenyuk Alex

"Behind the Hay" is a captivating oil painting that transports viewers to a serene winter landscape. The canvas is a masterpiece of natural beauty and human connection, expertly rendered by the skilled hand of the artist. The focal point of the painting is a wise and weathered grandmother, whose gentle figure stands in stark contrast to the cold, wintry landscape that surrounds her. She is the embodiment of timelessness and wisdom, her face lined with years of experience and a deep warmth in her eyes. Bundled in a heavy, rustic coat and a knitted shawl, she walks slowly through the pristine snow, leaving a trail of footprints behind her. Her every step seems purposeful, as if leading both her and the viewer to an undisclosed destination. Following closely behind the grandmother is a magnificent horse, its powerful form illuminated by the soft, diffused light of the winter day. The horse's breath mingles with the cold air, creating a delicate mist that hangs around its majestic head. Its dark coat contrasts beautifully with the snowy surroundings, and there's a sense of trust and companionship between the woman and her equine companion, a bond forged through years of shared experiences. In the background of the painting, a dense forest stretches out, its trees adorned with a delicate layer of frost and snow. The forest appears both inviting and mysterious, its depths hinting at hidden secrets and untold stories waiting to be discovered. The trees stand like silent sentinels, guarding the tranquil scene with their majestic presence. The winter landscape is captured in exquisite detail, with the snow glistening like a million diamonds under the soft, diffused light of the winter sun. The cold, crisp air seems palpable, making viewers feel as though they could almost reach out and touch the snowflakes that drift gently from the sky. "Behind the Hay" is a painting that evokes a sense of nostalgia and wonder, inviting viewers to step into the world it portrays. It captures a moment of quiet reflection and the enduring bond between generations, making it a timeless work of art that speaks to the heart and soul of those who behold it.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "For hay"
* ARTISTS: Kalenyuk Alex
* SIZE: 20x30 cm/'7.87x11.81 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* 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 Crimean 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.

Materials used:

oil

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