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At the Ponomarka River in January (2026) Original Oil Painting by Simon Kozhin

63 x 52.3 x 3cm (framed) / 50 x 39cm (actual image size)

£5,617.95

The artist painted this landscape painting en plein air by the Ponomarka River in Kuzminki Park on a snowy, cloudy January day. Despite the simplicity of the motif, it is the subtle color relationships—the play and variety of the juxtaposed tones of the snow and tree branches—that draw the artist to the painting. The artist seeks subtle differences and utilizes a play of textures.
This artwork is a masterful depiction of a serene winter landscape, capturing the ethereal beauty of a snow-laden scene. Dominated by soft whites and subtle grays, the painting portrays a gently winding stream cutting through a blanket of pristine snow. Bare, delicate tree branches sag under the weight of freshly fallen snow, forming intricate, lace-like patterns against a muted sky. The artist’s precise brushstrokes evoke the stillness and quietude of a winter day, inviting the viewer into this peaceful, frozen world. The subdued color palette, while minimal, is expertly used to create depth and texture, with the flowing water providing a dynamic contrast to the stillness of the snow. This artwork uniquely captures the tranquil and introspective essence of winter, emphasizing natures beauty even in its most dormant states. The elegant frame complements the painting, enhancing its timeless and contemplative appeal.

Materials used:

Oil

Details:

Tags:

#snow#water#winter#tree#river#textures#park#branches#january#cloudy#kuzminki#ponomarka
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The artist painted this landscape painting en plein air by the Ponomarka River in Kuzminki Park on a snowy, cloudy January day. Despite the simplicity of the motif, it is the subtle color relationships—the play and variety of the juxtaposed tones of the snow and tree branches—that draw the artist to the painting. The artist seeks subtle differences and utilizes a play of textures.
This artwork is a masterful depiction of a serene winter landscape, capturing the ethereal beauty of a snow-laden scene. Dominated by soft whites and subtle grays, the painting portrays a gently winding stream cutting through a blanket of pristine snow. Bare, delicate tree branches sag under the weight of freshly fallen snow, forming intricate, lace-like patterns against a muted sky. The artist’s precise brushstrokes evoke the stillness and quietude of a winter day, inviting the viewer into this peaceful, frozen world. The subdued color palette, while minimal, is expertly used to create depth and texture, with the flowing water providing a dynamic contrast to the stillness of the snow. This artwork uniquely captures the tranquil and introspective essence of winter, emphasizing natures beauty even in its most dormant states. The elegant frame complements the painting, enhancing its timeless and contemplative appeal.

Materials used:

Oil

Details:

Tags:

#snow#water#winter#tree#river#textures#park#branches#january#cloudy#kuzminki#ponomarka
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For me, creativity is a constant process of self-knowledge and exploration of nature. I write a lot and mostly from nature. I would really like to become a part of... Read more

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