Warm Distance (2026) Original Acrylic Painting by Zakhar Shevchuk

In Warm Distance, Zakhar Shevchuk explores the relationship between proximity and separation through a semi-abstract composition centered around a bathtub and two human silhouettes. The figures – subtly differentiated – are positioned within the same structure, yet remain visually and emotionally distinct, creating a quiet but persistent tension within the scene.

The painting is executed in acrylic using layered washes, expressive brushwork, and fluid drips that build a rich, textured surface. The warm yellow palette introduces a sense of light and atmosphere, while the blurred transitions between form and abstraction recall the work of Gerhard Richter. The material depth and gestural handling also resonate with the expressive surfaces of Anselm Kiefer.

Rather than telling a defined story, the work invites interpretation. The bathtub becomes a symbolic space – suggesting intimacy, reflection, or emotional distance – depending on the viewer’s perspective. This balance between figurative elements and abstraction makes Warm Distance an appealing piece for collectors interested in contemporary art that combines visual clarity with conceptual depth.

Materials used:

Acrylic

Details:

• Acrylic painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 205 x 155 x 2cm (unframed)
• Signed certificate of authenticity
• Style: Expressive and gestural
• Subject: People and portraits

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