Artwork description:

№Varv 236

The acrylic painting on canvas titled "Flight to the Dream" captures a breathtaking moment of transcendence, where the boundaries between the physical and the ethereal dissolve. The central figure, a woman with an arched body and outstretched arms, appears to be floating in a celestial expanse. Her posture suggests both surrender and liberation, as if she is reaching towards something unseen, an aspiration or a dream just beyond her grasp. The painting’s color palette is dominated by deep blues and radiant golds, evoking a sense of infinity, much like the vastness of the night sky or the depths of an endless ocean. The contrast between these two colors creates a striking visual effect, where the figure seems to glow, illuminated by an unseen source of energy. The golden specks surrounding her body resemble scattered stardust, reinforcing the impression that she is not bound by earthly constraints but rather suspended in a dreamlike state. The way light is rendered in this composition plays a crucial role in conveying emotion. It cascades around the figure in bursts, forming radiant patterns that appear to guide her ascent. These glowing fragments could symbolize memories, desires, or even moments of inspiration that propel her forward. The movement of these golden elements suggests a dynamic force at work, as if the dream she is chasing is pulling her gently yet irresistibly toward an unknown destiny. Her form is partially outlined in soft white highlights, making her stand out against the deep blues of the background. This technique enhances the impression of weightlessness, emphasizing the contrast between body and space. She seems almost sculpted from light itself, dissolving into the swirling cosmic glow around her. The elongated and fluid lines of her body add to the sense of grace and fluidity, reinforcing the idea of a dreamlike flight. In the upper right corner of the painting, a white bird soars freely, mirroring the figure’s movement. This symbolic presence suggests a connection between human aspirations and nature’s instinctual freedom. The bird may represent a guiding force, an embodiment of the dream she is chasing, or a reminder that true liberation comes from within. The positioning of the bird in the vast expanse of the background subtly underscores the theme of striving towards something greater than oneself.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Flight to the dream"
* ARTISTS: Anatoly Varvarov
* SIZE: 50x60 cm/'19.68x23.62 inches'
* MEDIUM: acrylic, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artist: Varvarov Anatoly Viktorovich

He was born on February 12, 1967 in Kremenchuk, Poltava region.

He graduated from Dnepropetrovsk Art School. EV Vuchetich (1983-1987)

National Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture - (1990-1996)

Member of the Union of Artists of Ukraine. He received the category of artist-restorer of easel painting (1999).

A. Varvarov is one of the members of the art commune "Squat on Olehivska", which emerged in the early 90's. The association was a non-profit view of art and demonstrated an innovative approach to the interpretation of contemporary processes in society. Artists did not limit themselves to the walls of galleries and museums and became known for their social actions. Performance installations and flash mobs

Lives and works in Kyiv.

The works are in UKM Uue Kunsti Muuseum | MONA The Museum of New Art, Dnipro Art Museum, CSM M17, National Art Gallery of Ukraine, collections of galleries "Soviart", "AVS ART", "RA", "Vernissage", and private collections of Ukraine, England, Austria, USA, Germany , Canada, Italy, Chile, China, Estonia, Poland, Czech Republic, Russia.

Materials used:

oil

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