It Snowed (2023)Oil painting by Boris Serdyuk

№SERB 1036
Oil artwork “It Snowed” captures a quiet winter landscape just after fresh snow has fallen across the countryside. The scene unfolds along a snowy path surrounded by trees, bushes, and a rustic fence, while soft winter light filters through the branches. A dog walks across the snow-covered ground, adding movement and life to the peaceful rural setting. The composition highlights the delicate balance between nature, winter light, and the calm silence that follows snowfall.

The inspiration for this piece comes from the tranquil atmosphere that appears immediately after snow blankets the landscape. Trees and bushes become covered with white frost, while subtle shades of blue and violet appear in the shadows of the snow. I was particularly drawn to the gentle contrast between the warm tones of dried plants and the cool colors of the snowy ground. The presence of the dog brings a sense of everyday life and warmth to the quiet winter countryside.

The artwork is created with oil on canvas, using expressive palette-knife strokes and layered textures to build depth throughout the landscape. Thick impasto highlights the snow, trees, and bushes while adding energy to the branches and ground. This textured technique enhances the soft winter light and captures the crisp atmosphere of a countryside morning after snowfall.

Materials used:

oil

Details:

• Oil painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 89.99 x 59.99 x 0.99cm (unframed) / 89.99 x 59.99cm (actual image size)
• Signed on the front
• Style: Impressionistic
• Subject: Landscapes, sea and sky

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