Simon Kozhin

Tower of the Sumy fort (Mokhovaya) XVII century. in Kolomenskoye

2014

The view from the Moscow River embankment to the tented Church of the Ascension of the Lord is the most interesting point for choosing a motif in Kolomenskoye. The place is very acce...

The Zvenigorod Monastery is located on the high bank of the Storozhe River, overlooking the Moscow River. The Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin, the beginning of the 15th centu...

Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Cardboard Style: Impressionism Year: 2008 Title: Ryabushki Village and Church Size: 16.5" x 24.5" x 0.2'' inch, (41x62x3 cm) Unframed, "Ryabushki Village and Church" is a captivating oil painting that beautifully captures the essence of a serene landscape. The composition centers around a church that stands prominently in the foreground, with signs of ongoing construction evident. The artist skillfully portrays the architectural details of the church, showcasing its partially completed walls and scaffolding, indicating a work in progress. Surrounding the church, verdant green trees gracefully frame the scene, their lush foliage adding a touch of vibrancy and life to the composition. The carefully rendered trees create a sense of depth and invite the viewer to explore the painting further. The sky, portrayed in a soft palette of whites, exudes a tranquil ambiance, providing a calm backdrop to the architectural elements and nature. The simplicity of the white sky allows the viewer to focus their attention on the central subject, the church, and the harmonious interaction between man-made structures and the natural world. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of stillness and anticipation, capturing a moment in time when a village church is undergoing its transformation. The title, "Ryabushki Village and Church," hints at the rural setting, inviting viewers to imagine the quaint and idyllic village that the church is nestled within. With masterful brushwork, the artist has created a captivating landscape that balances the beauty of nature with the human endeavor of constructing a sacred space. "Ryabushki Village and Church" invites viewers to contemplate the passage of time, the intersection of tradition and progress, and the inherent beauty found in the convergence of man and nature. About Artist: Place of Birth: September 10, 1939, Dniprodzerzhynsk, Ukraine Graduated from Dnipropetrovsk Art School (1967) Graduated from Kharkiv Art Industry Higher School (1973) Field of Activity: Easel painting Teachers: H. Cherniavskly, V. Konstantynopilsky, O. Martynets Ivan Shapoval...

Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Impressionism Year: 2006 Title: A Corner of the Picturesq...