Artwork description:

№Varv 233

The oil painting on canvas, titled "Flight to the Sky", captures a breathtaking and emotional moment where a young girl reaches toward the massive aircraft above her, as if trying to grasp the sky itself. The composition is filled with movement, contrast, and a sense of longing, evoking emotions of dreams, aspirations, and the human desire to transcend limits. The dominant colors of the artwork are cool shades of blue, interwoven with soft purples and warm golden tones from the distant horizon. The sky, depicted with a mix of deep blues and faint streaks of light, creates an ethereal background, reinforcing the sense of vastness. The lower portion of the painting glows with hints of warm yellow and orange, suggesting either sunrise or sunset, a moment of transition that echoes the theme of departure and change. The young girl, central to the composition, is painted with a dynamic posture—her body leaning forward, hair flowing behind her, and her arm outstretched toward the airplane. She wears a flowing blue dress that seems to blend with the sky, reinforcing the idea that she is reaching beyond the earthly realm, attempting to join the flight. Her bare feet on the dark ground contrast with the mechanical presence of the airplane, emphasizing the contrast between innocence and technological advancement, between human emotion and the industrial world. The airplane, painted in bold shades of deep blue and shadow, dominates the upper part of the canvas. Its sheer scale compared to the girl below makes it feel like an unattainable dream, yet the perspective suggests it is close enough to touch. The landing gear is still visible, as if the plane is either preparing to take off or has just landed. One of the most striking aspects of the painting is its interplay of light and darkness. The illuminated cityscape in the background, barely visible under the massive presence of the plane, suggests a world that continues moving forward, filled with stories and destinations unknown. The streaks of light in the sky add a touch of surrealism, reinforcing the dreamlike quality of the scene. The painting encapsulates themes of longing, ambition, and the pursuit of something greater. The girl's gesture conveys a deep emotional connection to the plane, symbolizing either the innocence of childhood dreams or the sorrow of saying goodbye. The moment captured is fleeting—like a heartbeat, like a whisper before the plane disappears into the sky.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Flight to the sky"
* ARTISTS: Anatoly Varvarov
* SIZE: 100x120 cm/'39.37x47.24 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, 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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