Ivan Shapoval
Autumn, Landscape, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
2006

About the Item

Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Impressionism Year: 2006 Title: Autumn Size: 25.5" x 34.5" x 0.8'' inch, (64x87x3 cm) Unframed, Stretched on Wooden Bar, Gallery Wrapped, Ready to Hang. "Autumn" is a captivating oil painting that skillfully captures the essence of a serene landscape. The artist's brushstrokes bring to life a picturesque forest, adorned with the vibrant hues of the season. Set against a backdrop of a gray and white sky, the scene is filled with an enchanting golden glow that permeates every element of the composition. At the forefront of the painting, a winding path cuts through the forest, leading the viewer's gaze deeper into the heart of nature. The path is meticulously rendered, with its earthy tones and winding curves suggesting a journey awaiting exploration. As it disappears into the distance, the path becomes narrower, hinting at the mysteries that lie beyond. The forest itself dominates the canvas, with its majestic trees reaching upward towards the heavens. Each tree is meticulously painted, with intricate details capturing the delicate nuances of their trunks and branches. The artist's mastery is evident in the play of light and shadow, as the golden leaves cascade from the branches, casting dappled patterns on the forest floor. The golden hues of autumn infuse the entire scene, bathing the forest in warm, earthy tones. The leaves on the trees are a symphony of gold, amber, and copper, creating a mesmerizing tapestry that evokes a sense of tranquility and contemplation. The artist's delicate brushwork captures the texture and movement of each leaf, imbuing the scene with a sense of vitality. Contrasting against the radiant forest, the sky above is a mix of gray and white, hinting at the approaching winter. Its muted tones provide a gentle backdrop that accentuates the brilliance of the autumnal forest below. The artist's subtle blending of colors and the interplay of light and shadow create a sense of depth and atmosphere, enhancing the overall composition. "Autumn" is a breathtaking depiction of nature's transformation during this season of change. Through the artist's skillful use of oil paint, the viewer is transported into a golden forest, where the beauty of nature's palette is on full display. It is a painting that invites contemplation, evoking a sense of peace and awe at the wonders of the natural world. 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 has been a member of the Ukrainian National Artists' Union "SinG" since 1988. Personal Exhibitions: Sumy (1972, 1980, 1987, 1989, 1991, 1995) Participation in all-Ukrainian exhibitions: 1982 Always Ready. Kyiv 1983 International Art Exhibition. Sofia, Bulgaria 1983 Painting of Ukraine. Kyiv 1984 Land and People. Moscow. Sumy. Kharkiv 1984 Physical Culture and Sports. Kyiv 1984 60th Anniversary of the Red Banner Western Border District. Kyiv 1987 International Art Exhibition. Netherlands. Finland. Norway 1987 Always Ready. Kyiv 1987 Painting of Ukraine. Kyiv 1988 Watercolor Exhibition. Kyiv 1988 Soviet Land. Kyiv 1991 Artists of Ukraine. Zemle, Germany 1999 International Art Exhibition. Germany 2003 International Art Exhibition. Germany 2007 Picturesque Ukraine. Kyiv 2008 Artists of Sumy Region. Poltava Art Museum. Poltava 2008 Artistic Mosaic. Alexander Feldman Foundation. Kharkiv 2008 for the 70th Anniversary of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine. Kyiv 2009 On the Day of the Artist. Kyiv Ivan Shapoval's works are held in private collections and museums, including: Ministry of Culture & UNAU Exhibitions Lebedyn Municipal Art Museum, Sumy Region Art Museum N. Onatskiy Art Museum, Sumy Hecosso Gallery in Japan Lot3036d855

Creator:

Ivan Shapoval (1939, Ukrainian)

Creation Year:

2006

Dimensions:

Height: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Width: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Depth: 0.8 in (2.04 cm)

Medium:

Oil,Canvas

Movement & Style:

Impressionist

Period:

2010-