Ivan Shapoval
In the Park, 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: Trostyanets Size: 24.5" x 34.5" x 0.8'' inch, (63x88x3 cm) Unframed, Stretched on Wooden Bar, Gallery Wrapped, Ready to Hang. "In the Park" is a captivating oil painting that brings forth the essence of a tranquil autumnal landscape. With skilled brushstrokes and meticulous attention to detail, the artist skillfully captures the serene beauty of a forest immersed in the splendor of the fall season. The focal point of the painting is a winding path that meanders through the heart of the forest, inviting viewers to embark on a journey of exploration and introspection. The path, covered in a tapestry of fallen leaves in various shades of red, orange, and gold, creates a vivid contrast against the muted hues of the surrounding trees. Each individual leaf is delicately rendered, showcasing the artist's ability to capture the intricate textures and colors of nature. The forest itself is a rich symphony of autumnal tones. Towering trees, adorned with a canopy of foliage in shades of amber, russet, and sienna, stand as majestic sentinels, their branches extending gracefully towards the sky. Some trees exhibit a hint of bareness, their branches reaching out in a melancholic yet elegant manner, symbolizing the inevitable transition into winter. The atmospheric mood of the painting is enhanced by the gray sky overhead. The artist skillfully conveys the weight of the overcast sky through a myriad of gray hues, evoking a sense of stillness and tranquility. The absence of direct sunlight creates a subdued lighting that casts a soft, diffused glow upon the forest, adding a touch of mystery and introspection to the scene. The artist's mastery of light and shadow is evident in the subtle interplay of illumination and darkness. Sunlight filters through the dense foliage, creating pockets of warmth and highlighting certain elements of the landscape. The interplay of light and shadow brings depth and dimension to the painting, evoking a sense of depth and inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the captivating world within. "In the Park" is a testament to the artist's ability to capture the essence of nature's beauty in the transformative season of autumn. Through skillful brushwork, meticulous attention to detail, and a nuanced understanding of light and atmosphere, the painting transports viewers to a serene forest landscape, inviting them to embrace the enchanting spirit of the changing seasons. 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 Lot3034d855

Creator:

Ivan Shapoval (1939, Ukrainian)

Creation Year:

2006

Dimensions:

Height: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)Width: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Depth: 0.8 in (2.04 cm)

Medium:

Canvas,Oil

Movement & Style:

Impressionist

Period:

2010-