Gary Westall

At the Perzente, Poland, Painting, Oil on Canvas

2024

The first plein air painting of the season 2022, painted at the Schnakenpohl, a pool near my Studio. The Schnakenpohl is a relict from the ice age. For me one of the most beautiful s...

Wetland Pyska, Polen. A Plein air painting. I painted this scene from a viewing Tower over looking the beautiful Marsches of Pysaka, Poland on a lovely sunny and very windy day. :: ...

Painted plein air at Stempbach. Stempbach, a tributary of the Ilz near Fischhaus/Ruderting. I enjoy traveling with my easel in the Bavarian Forest National Park; I am always inspir...

Painted Plein air at the Schnakenpohl, Varl Germany, a pool out of the ice age. The Schnakenpohl has it's very own vegetation which only grow in such environments. A beautiful place...

Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Cardboard Style: Impressionism Year: 2008 Title: On Psla Size: 15.5" x ...

Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Impressionism Year: 2009 Title: Basa Tract Size: 17.5" x ...

Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Impressionism Year: 2006 Title: Trostyanets Size: 25.5" x 37.5" x 0.8'' inch, (66x96x3 cm) Unframed, Stretched on Wooden Bar, Gallery Wrapped, Ready to Hang. "Trostyanets" is a captivating oil painting that beautifully captures the essence of a serene landscape. The scene unfolds with a meandering river flowing gracefully through a lush forest, inviting the viewer to embark on a visual journey through nature's wonders. The artist has expertly blended vibrant shades of yellow and green to depict the forest, creating a harmonious balance between the two dominant colors. The forest exudes a sense of tranquility and vitality, with its dense foliage and towering trees that stretch towards the sky. The sunlight filters through the canopy, casting dappled shadows on the forest floor, adding depth and dimension to the composition. The river takes center stage, winding its way through the forest like a gentle ribbon of life. Its meandering path adds a sense of rhythm and movement to the painting, drawing the eye further into the scene. The artist has masterfully captured the play of light on the water's surface, reflecting the surrounding forest and sky, giving the river a shimmering and ethereal quality. The sky, painted in a gray-blue hue, complements the vibrant colors of the forest below. It sets the mood of the painting, evoking a sense of calmness and tranquility. The subtle variations of blue and gray convey a serene atmosphere, suggesting a peaceful day amidst nature's embrace. Overall, "Trostyanets" is a captivating oil painting that transports the viewer into a picturesque landscape. With its skillful use of colors, textures, and composition, the artist successfully captures the timeless beauty and serenity of nature, inviting the viewer to immerse themselves in the enchanting scenery. About Artist: Place of Birth: September 10, 1939, Dniprodzerzhynsk, Ukraine Graduated from Dnipropetrovsk Art School (1967) Graduated from Kharkiv Art Industry Higher School (1973) Field of Activity: Easel painting Teachers: H. Cherniavskly, V. Konstantynopilsky, O. Martynets Ivan Shapoval...

Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Impressionism Year: 2006 Title: A Corner of the Picturesq...