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Acrylic painting Close to the heart Dmitry Arkadyev
Acrylic painting Close to the heart Dmitry Arkadyev
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The painting titled "Close to the Heart" is a vibrant and deeply emotive piece rendered in oil on canvas. The focal point of the composition is a large, boldly textured heart that radiates with an intense red hue, symbolizing passion, love, and the essence of life. Surrounding the heart are bursts of complementary and contrasting colors—blues, yellows, and greens—blended in an ethereal and abstract manner, adding layers of depth and meaning to the work. These colors seem to flow organically, creating a glowing aura that highlights the heart’s central role in the composition.The background of the painting, in darker, earthy reds and maroons, contrasts sharply with the luminous heart, emphasizing its significance and creating a striking visual tension. The textured surface, with visible scratches and imperfections, adds an element of rawness and authenticity, suggesting that the heart depicted is not pristine but rather shaped by life’s experiences—its joys, pains, and trials.The artist appears to explore the universality of human emotions with this piece, delving into themes of vulnerability and resilience. The heart, while radiant and powerful, is not depicted as flawless; instead, its irregularities suggest scars and memories, making it relatable and deeply human. The abstract nature of the surrounding colors and patterns invites viewers to project their own interpretations and emotions onto the artwork, making the experience of viewing it deeply personal.Through "Close to the Heart," the artist conveys a message of connection—to oneself, to others, and to the emotional core of human existence. The luminous energy emanating from the heart symbolizes hope, warmth, and the enduring power of love in the face of challenges. This evocative piece encourages introspection, reminding the viewer of the beauty and strength that lie within, even amidst the complexity of life’s palette.
*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Close to the heart"
* ARTISTS: Dmitry Arkadyev
* SIZE: 50x60 cm/'19.68x23.62 inches'
* MEDIUM: acrylic, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.
About the artist: Architect-designer-artist.
Interior designer since 1999. Completed projects in Dnepr, Kyiv, Chernigov.
Chief designer of rebranding projects at Nabra Bank from 2006-2008.
Member of the Union of Designers of Ukraine since 2009.
Teacher of fine arts since 2013.
Since 2019, ART-Vizant Technologies specialist (Master icon painter)
The artist has 3 certificates, 7 diplomas and 7 years of experience in participating in Ukrainian and international painting exhibitions since 2011 (Dnipro, Kolomyia, Kremenchuk, Odessa, Toledo)
Exhibitions
3 personal painting exhibitions (2011, 2013)
Exhibition in 2011, in the House of Architects (Dnipro)
Exhibition of paintings in 2011, in the Griffon Gallery (Kiev)
Exhibition of paintings in 2013, in the youth library (Dnipro)
Education
Special education
1990 - Art School No. 1,
1997 - Prydniprovsk State Academy of Construction and Architecture (PGASA)
2019 - Study at the Kant Academy (Kyiv). Received a certificate of specialist in ART-Vizant Technologies (Master icon painter)
The painting titled "Close to the Heart" is a vibrant and deeply emotive piece rendered in oil on canvas. The focal point of the composition is a large, boldly textured heart that radiates with an intense red hue, symbolizing passion, love, and the essence of life. Surrounding the heart are bursts of complementary and contrasting colors—blues, yellows, and greens—blended in an ethereal and abstract manner, adding layers of depth and meaning to the work. These colors seem to flow organically, creating a glowing aura that highlights the heart’s central role in the composition.The background of the painting, in darker, earthy reds and maroons, contrasts sharply with the luminous heart, emphasizing its significance and creating a striking visual tension. The textured surface, with visible scratches and imperfections, adds an element of rawness and authenticity, suggesting that the heart depicted is not pristine but rather shaped by life’s experiences—its joys, pains, and trials.The artist appears to explore the universality of human emotions with this piece, delving into themes of vulnerability and resilience. The heart, while radiant and powerful, is not depicted as flawless; instead, its irregularities suggest scars and memories, making it relatable and deeply human. The abstract nature of the surrounding colors and patterns invites viewers to project their own interpretations and emotions onto the artwork, making the experience of viewing it deeply personal.Through "Close to the Heart," the artist conveys a message of connection—to oneself, to others, and to the emotional core of human existence. The luminous energy emanating from the heart symbolizes hope, warmth, and the enduring power of love in the face of challenges. This evocative piece encourages introspection, reminding the viewer of the beauty and strength that lie within, even amidst the complexity of life’s palette.
*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Close to the heart"
* ARTISTS: Dmitry Arkadyev
* SIZE: 50x60 cm/'19.68x23.62 inches'
* MEDIUM: acrylic, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.
About the artist: Architect-designer-artist.
Interior designer since 1999. Completed projects in Dnepr, Kyiv, Chernigov.
Chief designer of rebranding projects at Nabra Bank from 2006-2008.
Member of the Union of Designers of Ukraine since 2009.
Teacher of fine arts since 2013.
Since 2019, ART-Vizant Technologies specialist (Master icon painter)
The artist has 3 certificates, 7 diplomas and 7 years of experience in participating in Ukrainian and international painting exhibitions since 2011 (Dnipro, Kolomyia, Kremenchuk, Odessa, Toledo)
Exhibitions
3 personal painting exhibitions (2011, 2013)
Exhibition in 2011, in the House of Architects (Dnipro)
Exhibition of paintings in 2011, in the Griffon Gallery (Kiev)
Exhibition of paintings in 2013, in the youth library (Dnipro)
Education
Special education
1990 - Art School No. 1,
1997 - Prydniprovsk State Academy of Construction and Architecture (PGASA)
2019 - Study at the Kant Academy (Kyiv). Received a certificate of specialist in ART-Vizant Technologies (Master icon painter)
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