Summer Drive (2026) Original Oil Painting by Viktoria Lapteva

"Summer Drive" is a vibrant explosion of color and energy, capturing the essence of freedom and the sun-drenched atmosphere of a perfect July day. This portrait is not just a face; it’s a mood, a vibration of light, and a celebration of life.
The central focus of the artwork is the oversized sunglasses, which act as prisms, reflecting a kaleidoscopic world of joy. I used a bold palette knife technique (impasto) to create a rich, tactile surface that invites the viewer to touch the rhythm of the paint. The background is finished with a luxurious textured gold, symbolizing the warmth of the sun that follows you wherever you go.
This painting is a statement piece, designed to bring a bold, modern, and spirited "summer vibe" into any contemporary interior.

Materials used:

oil, acrylic, canvas

Details:

• Oil painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 40 x 51 x 1cm (unframed)
• Ready to hang
• Signed on the front
• Style: Expressive and gestural
• Subject: People and portraits

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