№Kalen 1269

The oil painting "On the Edge of the Forest" depicts a lively winter scene, filled with the joy of outdoor activities against a crisp, snowy backdrop. The artist has applied paint in a thick, impasto technique, creating a highly textured surface that brings a dynamic sense of movement and energy to the canvas. A vivid blue sky stretches across the top of the painting, broken up by the white and lavender strokes that suggest the presence of wispy clouds. The brightness of the sky conveys the clear, sharp quality of a cold winter's day. Below the sky, the edge of the forest is indicated by a line of trees and figures in various shades of blue, violet, and brown. The trees are depicted with upward strokes, giving an impression of their towering presence. Among the trees, the colorful figures of people are engaged in winter sports and activities, adding a touch of warmth and vitality to the scene. The snowy foreground is executed in whites and pale blues, with the texture of the paint mimicking the undulating surface of snow. The long, sweeping strokes in the snow give the impression of sled tracks and skis, leading the eye through the composition and emphasizing the recreational theme of the painting. In the middle of the snow-covered slope, a central figure in red provides a striking focal point, drawing attention with their vibrant clothing against the more subdued colors of the winter landscape. The figure is in motion, perhaps sledding or skiing, adding to the overall sense of joy and activity. The artist's signature, placed prominently at the bottom of the canvas, completes the work, grounding it as a personal reflection of the joys of winter at the forest's edge. The painting is a celebration of the season, capturing the exhilaration of a snowy day spent amidst the beauty of nature.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "On the edge of the forest"
* ARTISTS: Oksana Kalenyuk
* SIZE: 15x20 cm/'5.90x7.87 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, cardboard
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artist: Kalenyuk Oksana was born in 1964 in Rivne region. The love of painting has taken over from the baby. From 1975 to 1980 she studied at the Zoryan Art School of Rivne region.
In 1985 she graduated from the Crimean Art College. M. Samokish (now has the status of a national university). Her teachers of painting were G. Kurilenko, V. Grigoriev. After graduating from the school, she began to work as a teacher of fine arts at the Piryatin School - a gymnasium of aesthetic education, which she founded with her husband in 1990.
Kalenyuk Oksana works in the landscape and still life genre. Personal exhibitions: Kyiv, Museum of Ukrainian Heritage; T. Shevchenko National Museum; the diplomatic mission of Ukraine to the USA (California) and others. She has participated in numerous exhibitions both in Ukraine and abroad.

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