The painting "Winter Evening in the Park" captures a serene yet mysterious moment in a park during winter, executed with gouache on paper. The composition presents a quiet, almost dreamlike atmosphere, where the elements of nature are stylized and enhanced through the use of bold, vivid colors and dynamic brushstrokes.The central focus of the painting is a group of bare trees, their intricate branches extending upward into the night sky. The trees are portrayed with sharp, angular lines, creating a sense of isolation and barrenness typical of winter. However, the white snow that dusts the branches contrasts beautifully with the dark blues and purples of the surrounding night, suggesting the beauty that can exist even in solitude. The snow is represented by large, dappled white spots that seem to glow, bringing life to the otherwise muted landscape.In the background, a crescent moon hangs delicately in the sky, adding a gentle light that highlights the sparse landscape. The use of yellow in the moonlight contrasts against the deep blues of the sky and the cool tones of the snow-covered ground, evoking a feeling of quiet contemplation. The sky itself is an expressionistic blend of blues and purples, which imparts a sense of stillness and peace, typical of a calm winter evening.The trees' roots are partially exposed in the foreground, rendered in a rich dark purple hue. This grounding element symbolizes the depth of nature, its unseen energy, and the interconnectedness of life even during the colder months. The unusual use of color in these roots adds an abstract quality to the painting, inviting the viewer to consider the invisible forces that shape the world around us.The artist’s choice to depict the scene in gouache gives the work a soft, velvety finish, while the vibrant color palette enhances the emotional depth of the winter scene. The exaggerated, almost surreal hues in the trees and sky serve to heighten the magical quality of the scene, while the soft blending of shapes and colors evokes a sense of introspection.Through "Winter Evening in the Park," the artist conveys a quiet, meditative experience of nature in winter. The use of vibrant color in a cold, still landscape suggests that even in times of stillness or seeming emptiness, there is beauty, life, and energy. The park, with its bare trees and moonlit sky, acts as a symbol of resilience and the subtle vibrancy that persists in the natural world during winter. The painting invites viewers to pause and reflect on the inner peace that can be found in the natural world, even in the coldest seasons.
*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING *** * TITLE: "Winter evening in the park" * ARTISTS: Ivanna Yanchuk * SIZE: 29x41 cm/'11.41x16.14 inches' * MEDIUM: gouache, paper * HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection * CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product
