Moonlit Sanctuary (2026) Original Oil Painting by Alisa Onipchenko-Cherniakovska

Moonlit Sanctuary is a part of the ongoing In the Moonlight series. This original oil painting captures the quiet enchantment of a landscape illuminated by moonlight.

A radiant moon appears through a dense canopy of trees, creating a natural sanctuary of light and shadow. Rich palette knife textures transform the foliage into a vibrant tapestry of deep blues, violets, emerald greens, and subtle golden highlights. As light changes throughout the day, the painting reveals new layers of color and movement across its heavily textured surface.

Rather than depicting a specific location, the work invites the viewer into a place of stillness, reflection, and wonder. The luminous center draws the eye inward, while the surrounding forest creates a sense of shelter and mystery.

Part of the artist's continuing exploration of moonlit landscapes, atmosphere, and the emotional dialogue between darkness and light.

Medium size stretched painting.
Palette knife art. Impressionism. Realism. Expressionism.
One of a kind artwork.

This artwork will be attached to a stretcher bar and ready to hang without a frame.

"Moonlit Sanctuary"
50.8 X 40.64 CM / 20 X 16 IN
HIGH QUALITY oil on panel
Signed on the front and back
Dated 2026
Perfect condition

CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY included!

Materials used:

oil

Details:

• Oil painting on Panel / Board / MDF
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 40.64 x 50.8 x 0.51cm (unframed)
• Ready to hang
• Signed on the front
• Style: Impressionistic
• Subject: Landscapes, sea and sky