Original artwork description:

ARTIST: Alexander Kryushyn
TITLE: "In the Carpathians in Summer"
MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas
YEAR: 2024
DIMENSIONS : 50 х 60 cm. / 19,6 x 23.6 in.

“In the Carpathians in Summer” is a masterfully executed plein air landscape painting that captures the rustic tranquility of country living in a traditional village scene nestled in the heart of the Carpathian Mountains. Painted in the style of Realistic Impressionism, this work harmoniously combines painterly texture with keen observational detail, offering a vivid portrayal of rural life under the broad summer sky. Alexander technique is characterized by expressive brushwork and a vibrant color palette. He skillfully applies thick, textured strokes that bring the warm earth tones and cool mountain shadows to life. The composition is thoughtfully structured: a winding path leads the viewer’s gaze through quaint thatched houses toward a serene blue mountain backdrop, creating depth and movement within the scene. This piece evokes a sense of nostalgia and timelessness, celebrating the peaceful rhythm of village life. The intimate presence of two figures walking along the path adds narrative and human warmth, enhancing the connection between viewer and subject. The atmospheric interplay of light and color—hallmarks of plein air practice—lend authenticity and vitality to the canvas.
As both a record of place and an emotional expression, “In the Carpathians in Summer” resonates with those who appreciate the beauty of unspoiled nature and the harmony of man within it.

Materials used:

Oil

Tags:

#landscape painting #canvas painting #collectible art #summer landscape #impressionist landscape #village scene #mountain art #rural landscape #country painting #carpathian mountains #pleinair painting #realistic impressionism #rustic life