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Oil painting Portrait of a man Alexander Arkadievich Litvinov

"Portrait of a Man" is a captivating oil painting that showcases the striking visage of an elderly gentleman. Created with meticulous attention to detail, the artwork captures the essence of the subject's weathered countenance, conveying a sense of wisdom and life experience. The painting predominantly focuses on the head of the old man, drawing the viewer's gaze to his captivating face. Every wrinkle, line, and crease is painstakingly rendered, reflecting the passage of time and the stories etched into his features. The artist skillfully employs a combination of light and shadow, casting subtle highlights on the aged skin, which lends depth and realism to the portrait. The background of the painting is predominantly neutral, allowing the subject's face to command attention. The collar of the old man's attire blends seamlessly with the background, creating a harmonious unity and emphasizing the subject's dignified presence. The collar, painted in a warm, earthy brown tone, adds a touch of subdued richness to the overall composition. Through the artist's deft brushwork, the viewer can almost perceive the old man's character and personality. The piercing gaze emanating from his eyes reflects a lifetime of experiences, conveying a sense of resilience and introspection. Each stroke of the brush captures the essence of the subject's emotions, resulting in a captivating portrayal that engages the viewer on a profound level. "Portrait of a Man" is a timeless piece of art that transcends mere representation. It invites viewers to contemplate the intricacies of human existence, encouraging a deeper exploration of the stories, wisdom, and journeys that lie behind each face.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Portrait of a man"
* ARTISTS: Alexander Arkadievich Litvinov
* SIZE: 22x15 cm/'8.66x5.90 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artists: Alexander Arkadievich Litvinov was born on May 18, 1967 in the city of Lubny. He graduated from the Lubensk secondary school № 1. One of his favorite lessons was drawing. I was even more attracted by studies at an art school, where boys and girls were introduced to high art thanks to the wise teachers Vasily Semenyuta, Anatoly Kharchuk, Nikolai Korablev, Tamara Moshnikoviy. Especially in his artistic development, Alexander owes to Vasily Ivanovich Semenyuta, his classical school of teaching, which he enriched in his time through his acquaintance with famous artists Alexei Asaulenko and Petr Likhin. And also an extremely important role in the passion for painting was played by the fact that Alexander's father, Arkady Petrovich Litvinov, was both a talented artist and an excellent teacher. He had 53 years of teaching experience - he taught drawing and drawing at the Lubensk school №8, many of his students connected their professions with artistic creativity. Alexander's elder brother, Oleg Arkadyevich Litvinov, a member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine, now lives in Odessa, also chose the artistic path.

And after leaving school, Alexander served in the army, where his artistic talent came in handy - in Soviet times, visual agitation was highly valued. He served in Dnepropetrovsk, where two personal exhibitions of his paintings were organized. While still at school, Alexander began to design books, in particular, children's literature. He received his first creative fee in the tenth grade from the publishing house "Raduga" for the design of the book by Anatoly Rybakov "Krosh's Vacation". Later she studied at the Odessa Theater and Art School, specializing in "Decoration of puppet shows and artistic and props art."

Studying at the school and passion from childhood with historical and biblical literature greatly influenced the creative manner of the artist. He works in the style of the so-called figurative art, where the main thing is the image of the human body.

Materials used:

oil

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