Dalen: Christmas Nocturne (2026) Original Oil Painting by Dmitry Fedorov

Experience the enchanting magic of a Dutch village during Christmas with this original nocturne oil painting. Created entirely en plein air (on location) during the Strata Easel Challenge in January 2026, this 40х50cm canvas captures the warm, welcoming glow of festive lights against the deep, velvet purple of a snowy winter night in Dalen.
Painted under difficult nighttime conditions, this artwork conveys the unique atmosphere of the cold night air, contrasting with the intimate, golden shimmer of the lights. I was particularly fascinated by the way the artificial warmth of the Christmas garlands played against the cool tones of the snow-dusted houses. Using bold, expressive brushwork and rich impasto texture on the lights, I aimed to capture the silent, spiritual wonder of the holiday season captured in the moment. It is a nostalgic and tactile tribute to the enduring charm of Dutch traditions.

Materials used:

Oil paints

Details:

• Oil painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 50 x 40 x 2cm (unframed)
• Ready to hang
• Signed on the front
• Style: Impressionistic
• Subject: Architecture and cityscapes

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