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Watercolor painting Duel Alexander Arkadievich Litvinov

"Duel" is a captivating portrait rendered in the delicate strokes of colored pencils, embodying the essence of Impressionism. This composition portrays a moment frozen in time, depicting a dramatic encounter between two men locked in a duel. On the left side of the canvas, we encounter the first protagonist, his figure illuminated by the soft, golden hues of the setting sun. Dressed in attire reminiscent of a bygone era, he stands tall with a gun gripped firmly in his hand. His countenance exudes determination, as he stares intently at his opponent. In the background, a sprawling cityscape unfolds beneath him, its architectural marvels and bustling activity fading into an ethereal blur that echoes the fleeting nature of the scene. Opposite him, on the right side of the painting, stands the second duelist. Bathed in cool, moonlit shades, he emanates an air of quiet confidence. His features are subtly illuminated, accentuated by the interplay of light and shadow. Like his counterpart, he gazes unwaveringly towards his opponent, the intensity of their confrontation palpable. Below him lies yet another city, its nocturnal beauty contrasting with the bustling energy of the previous scene. The Impressionistic style comes alive through the intricate layering of colors and the gentle blending of tones. Soft brushstrokes give a sense of movement and vitality to the overall composition, adding a touch of spontaneity and evoking a sense of the fleeting nature of the moment. The colors chosen by the artist evoke a dreamlike quality, allowing the viewer to immerse themselves in the atmospheric ambiance of the duel. Titled "Duel," this exquisite painting captures a timeless narrative of conflict, honor, and duality. It invites us to contemplate the forces that propel individuals into confrontations and the intricate dance between light and darkness in the human psyche. Through the skillful interplay of color, form, and emotion, this artwork preserves the essence of Impressionism while capturing the tension and poignancy of a singular moment in time.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Duel"
* ARTISTS: Alexander Arkadievich Litvinov
* SIZE: 48x24 cm/'18.89x9.44 inches'
* MEDIUM: watercolor, colored pen, paper
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.

About the artists: Alexander Arkadievich Litvinov was born on May 18, 1967 in the city of Lubny. He graduated from the Lubensk secondary school № 1. One of his favorite lessons was drawing. I was even more attracted by studies at an art school, where boys and girls were introduced to high art thanks to the wise teachers Vasily Semenyuta, Anatoly Kharchuk, Nikolai Korablev, Tamara Moshnikoviy. Especially in his artistic development, Alexander owes to Vasily Ivanovich Semenyuta, his classical school of teaching, which he enriched in his time through his acquaintance with famous artists Alexei Asaulenko and Petr Likhin. And also an extremely important role in the passion for painting was played by the fact that Alexander's father, Arkady Petrovich Litvinov, was both a talented artist and an excellent teacher. He had 53 years of teaching experience - he taught drawing and drawing at the Lubensk school №8, many of his students connected their professions with artistic creativity. Alexander's elder brother, Oleg Arkadyevich Litvinov, a member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine, now lives in Odessa, also chose the artistic path.

And after leaving school, Alexander served in the army, where his artistic talent came in handy - in Soviet times, visual agitation was highly valued. He served in Dnepropetrovsk, where two personal exhibitions of his paintings were organized. While still at school, Alexander began to design books, in particular, children's literature. He received his first creative fee in the tenth grade from the publishing house "Raduga" for the design of the book by Anatoly Rybakov "Krosh's Vacation". Later she studied at the Odessa Theater and Art School, specializing in "Decoration of puppet shows and artistic and props art."

Studying at the school and passion from childhood with historical and biblical literature greatly influenced the creative manner of the artist. He works in the style of the so-called figurative art, where the main thing is the image of the human body.

Materials used:

watercolor, colored pen

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