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OIl painting Five coins for happiness Dmitry Arkadyev
OIl painting Five coins for happiness Dmitry Arkadyev
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The painting titled "Five Coins for Happiness" is an evocative and symbolic piece rendered in oil on canvas. It features a pair of well-worn, sturdy shoes placed on a textured surface bathed in soft, warm light. Nestled inside each shoe is a single golden coin, glowing faintly against the dark interiors of the footwear. The scene is surrounded by a colorful array of scattered light specks, creating an atmosphere of subtle magic and a touch of nostalgia.The shoes, painted with meticulous detail, convey a sense of history and endurance. The creases and folds in the material hint at their many journeys, while the faded color tells of countless steps taken. The presence of the coins introduces an element of intrigue and hope, symbolizing fortune, aspiration, or perhaps even the simple joys that life offers amid the mundane. The golden hue of the coins stands out vividly, creating a striking contrast to the subdued blues and grays of the shoes.The surface on which the shoes rest is textured and enriched with a palette of soft yellows, pinks, and greens, giving the impression of a dreamy or reflective setting. This textured background, combined with scattered, shimmering elements, suggests a deeper meaning, perhaps the uncharted paths of life or the unseen beauty that exists in the ordinary.Through "Five Coins for Happiness," the artist appears to explore themes of perseverance, gratitude, and the pursuit of happiness. The worn shoes symbolize the journey of life, marked by trials, persistence, and resilience. The coins represent small yet significant moments of joy and fulfillment, hidden within the everyday grind. The painting seems to remind viewers that happiness is often found not in grand achievements but in the humble and overlooked details of life.This work invites viewers to reflect on their own journeys, encouraging them to appreciate the value of simplicity and the treasures they encounter along the way. The combination of the mundane and the extraordinary in this composition creates a sense of warmth, hope, and quiet introspection. "Five Coins for Happiness" ultimately speaks to the universal quest for contentment and the idea that happiness is both a journey and a state of mind.
*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Five coins for happiness"
* ARTISTS: Dmitry Arkadyev
* SIZE: 50x50 cm/'19.68x19.68 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, 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 "Five Coins for Happiness" is an evocative and symbolic piece rendered in oil on canvas. It features a pair of well-worn, sturdy shoes placed on a textured surface bathed in soft, warm light. Nestled inside each shoe is a single golden coin, glowing faintly against the dark interiors of the footwear. The scene is surrounded by a colorful array of scattered light specks, creating an atmosphere of subtle magic and a touch of nostalgia.The shoes, painted with meticulous detail, convey a sense of history and endurance. The creases and folds in the material hint at their many journeys, while the faded color tells of countless steps taken. The presence of the coins introduces an element of intrigue and hope, symbolizing fortune, aspiration, or perhaps even the simple joys that life offers amid the mundane. The golden hue of the coins stands out vividly, creating a striking contrast to the subdued blues and grays of the shoes.The surface on which the shoes rest is textured and enriched with a palette of soft yellows, pinks, and greens, giving the impression of a dreamy or reflective setting. This textured background, combined with scattered, shimmering elements, suggests a deeper meaning, perhaps the uncharted paths of life or the unseen beauty that exists in the ordinary.Through "Five Coins for Happiness," the artist appears to explore themes of perseverance, gratitude, and the pursuit of happiness. The worn shoes symbolize the journey of life, marked by trials, persistence, and resilience. The coins represent small yet significant moments of joy and fulfillment, hidden within the everyday grind. The painting seems to remind viewers that happiness is often found not in grand achievements but in the humble and overlooked details of life.This work invites viewers to reflect on their own journeys, encouraging them to appreciate the value of simplicity and the treasures they encounter along the way. The combination of the mundane and the extraordinary in this composition creates a sense of warmth, hope, and quiet introspection. "Five Coins for Happiness" ultimately speaks to the universal quest for contentment and the idea that happiness is both a journey and a state of mind.
*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Five coins for happiness"
* ARTISTS: Dmitry Arkadyev
* SIZE: 50x50 cm/'19.68x19.68 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, 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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