Oil painting Warm day by the river Oleksandr Gukalov

№AAA3262

The painting "Warm Day by the River" is an enchanting oil on canvas piece that captures the tranquility and beauty of a serene riverside scene on a warm day. The artist uses a vibrant and harmonious color palette, featuring lush greens, soft blues, warm browns, and pastel pinks. The technique involves textured, impressionistic brushstrokes, which add depth and movement to the painting. The impasto technique gives the foliage and water a tactile quality, enhancing the sense of realism and immersion. The composition leads the viewer's eye from the foreground to the background, creating a sense of depth and perspective. The scene is framed by dense green foliage on both sides, with the river flowing gently between them. In the middle ground, a small boat is docked by a wooden structure, adding a focal point and narrative element to the painting. The lush, dense greenery on both sides of the river is depicted with a variety of green hues, interspersed with hints of yellow, orange, and blue. The textured brushstrokes give the foliage a lively, vibrant appearance. The river is painted in soft blues and pinks, reflecting the colors of the sky. The gentle ripples on the water's surface are rendered with delicate, horizontal strokes, creating a sense of calm and tranquility. The small boat, painted in warm brown tones, is moored beside a simple wooden structure. The structure, with its earthy colors, blends harmoniously with the surrounding nature. This element adds a human touch to the otherwise natural scene, suggesting a quiet moment of rest or contemplation. The sky is a blend of soft pastel pinks and blues, suggesting either early morning or late afternoon light. Light, wispy clouds are painted with smooth, blended strokes, adding to the serene atmosphere of the scene. A bright, glowing sun hovers just above the treeline, casting a warm light over the entire scene. The sun's reflection can be seen in the water, adding a dynamic element to the composition. The overall mood of the painting is peaceful and reflective, evoking a sense of relaxation and connection with nature. The warm colors and gentle brushstrokes create an inviting and soothing atmosphere, making the viewer feel as though they are experiencing the quiet beauty of a warm day by the river. "Warm Day by the River" can be interpreted as a celebration of nature's tranquility and the simple pleasures of life. The presence of the boat and structure suggests human interaction with the natural environment, highlighting the harmony and peace that can be found in such settings. The painting invites viewers to pause and appreciate the beauty of a quiet moment by the water. This painting beautifully captures the essence of a warm, peaceful day by the river, using color and texture to create a vivid and immersive scene that invites contemplation and relaxation.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Warm day by the river"
* ARTISTS: Oleksandr Gukalov
* SIZE: 60x80 cm/'23.62x31.49 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product

About the artists: Oleksiyander Gukalov
After graduating from Lviv Polytechnic, he was engaged in scientific work. In his free time, he studied the works of Plato, the poetry of the ancient East, and religious works. At this time, resistance to the routine of life and utilitarian science arose in him; he became interested in man and his secrets. Oleksiyander decided to end his engineering career and become a humanitarian. Since 1990, he began to write and publish philosophical poems. Later he decided to devote himself to painting, a passion for which began during his years of study at the Lviv Polytechnic with caricatures and caricatures of classmates and teachers.

Since 2017 he has been painting with oil paints. Oleksiyander does not have a formal art education, but he is convinced that the craft and talent of an artist do not directly depend on professional education. The artist's works are characterized by completeness of composition and depth of meaning. He is not afraid to work with different themes, his paintings are true modern art that touches people. The artist’s portfolio includes landscapes and views of his favorite cities, portraits of pop stars, politicians, athletes, relatives, and animals. “I draw a toga when I feel the need for it. Therefore, I cannot say that I work in some narrow direction. Rather, it is a call from the soul,” the artist says about himself.

Exhibitions

2011 – Personal exhibition, Lutsk

2011 – Exhibition “World of Jazz”, Lutsk

2011 – Exhibition Arts.in.ua, Kiev

2012 – Personal exhibition in the art cafe “Apartment 35”, Lviv

2012 – Personal exhibition “On the Waves of Dreams”, Lutsk

2012 – International exhibition “Plain Air”, West Park Art Gallery, New York

2012 – International competition “Peace, Time and People”, special medal of achievements St. Michael, New York

2012 – Exhibition of artists who were included in the K-Gallery catalogue, Kyiv

2012 – International exhibition-competition of contemporary art “Ukrainian Art Week”, Kyiv

2013 – opening of a permanent exhibition and sale, Lutsk

2013 – Exhibition “Spring Impressions” of the international art project “Vicious Circle of Impressions”, Kiev

2015 – Personal exhibition, Lutsk

2015 – Ukrainian-Italian exhibition “Single Space”, Kyiv

2015 – International art project “New York – Tokyo”, Tokyo

2016 – International art project “Color in Motion”, New York Realism Gallery, first place and Gold medal in the category “Impressionism”, New York

2021 – International exhibition “Art Nest Paris”, Paris