№AAA3270
The painting "On a Blue Boat" is a vibrant and expressive oil on canvas piece that captures the serene and idyllic moment of a person rowing a blue boat on a tranquil river, surrounded by lush vegetation and under a colorful sky. The artist employs a rich and dynamic color palette, with dominant shades of green, blue, red, and brown. The technique is characterized by thick, textured brushstrokes typical of the impasto style, which create a sense of depth and movement. The use of bold, contrasting colors and energetic brushwork gives the painting a lively and immersive atmosphere. The composition is centered around a small blue boat on a river, with dense, colorful foliage in the background and vibrant reflections on the waters surface. The scene is framed by the lush vegetation on both sides, creating a sense of intimacy and focus on the central elements. The blue boat is positioned near the center of the painting, with two figures rowing. The boat is rendered in shades of blue, standing out against the earthy tones of the water and vegetation. The rowers are painted with expressive brushstrokes, capturing their movement and effort. The river is depicted with a mix of deep greens, browns, and blues, reflecting the colors of the surrounding foliage and sky. The textured brushstrokes suggest the movement of the water and the ripples created by the boat. The background features dense foliage with trees and bushes painted in a mix of greens, yellows, and browns, with accents of red and pink. The vibrant colors and dynamic brushstrokes capture the lushness and vitality of the landscape. The sky is a dramatic blend of pastel colors—pinks, purples, and light blues—creating a striking contrast with the greenery below. The swirling clouds add a sense of movement and energy, enhancing the overall dynamic feel of the painting. The overall mood of the painting is peaceful and joyful, capturing the simple pleasures of rowing on a river on a beautiful day. The vibrant colors and dynamic brushstrokes convey a sense of liveliness and contentment, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the scene. "On a Blue Boat" can be interpreted as a celebration of natures beauty and the enjoyment of outdoor activities. The painting captures a moment of leisure and connection with nature, reflecting the harmony between humans and their environment. The use of bright colors and expressive brushstrokes reflects the artists emotional response to the scene, conveying a sense of happiness and appreciation for the natural world. This painting masterfully combines elements of realism and expressionism to create a vivid and immersive depiction of a peaceful moment on the river, using color and texture to evoke a sense of tranquility and joy.
*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "On a blue boat"
* ARTISTS: Alex Kalenyuk
* SIZE: 20x25 cm/7.87x9.84 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: Born March 13, 1954, in the city of Piryatin, Poltava region. He graduated from the Crimean Art College named after N. Samokish (1887). Teachers in the specialty: V. Grigoriev, M. Morgun, L. Gracer. Painter. The main genres are landscape, still life. The paintings are distinguished by emotional openness, warmth, affirm the harmony of life. Dominants of creativity are the deep roots of national traditions, Ukrainian cultural heritage. Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine (2008). He taught fine art at the Pyryatinsky school - gymnasium of aesthetic education (1988-2008). At creative work. Participated in exhibitions: national and international (since 1978). Personal exhibitions - in Kiev (2003, 2007-2009), Lubny (Poltava region, California (USA; 2006), Poltava (2007, 2010), Priluki (Chernihiv region, 2008), Warsaw (2009). Main works: “Flowers field ”(2007),“ Still life with a daffodil ”(2004),“ Indian summer ”(2007),“ Birch ”,“ Spiral panychi ”,“ Kalina red ”(2004),“ Field of the sun ”,“ Apple blossom ”, “Evening Breath” (2005), “Silence”, “Summer” (2006), “Sunflowers” (2007), “Plowed Field”, “Such is Life ...”, “In the Garden” (2009), “Its Cold” (2010). Individual paintings are stored in the National Museum of Art, National U. T. Shevchenko, Museum of Cultural Heritage in Kiev, Poltava Museum of Local Lore, lived and worked in the city of Poltava.
