AUTUMN IN MOUNTAINS. Serhii Kovalenko

This original oil painting, created in an alla prima technique, beautifully merges the styles of impressionism and painterly realism. The composition presents a vibrant autumnal landscape, where a picturesque mountain village is framed by golden foliage and towering peaks. The color palette is joyful and rich, dominated by warm ochre tones and cool blues, evoking the crisp yet colorful spirit of the season. In the foreground, a beaten path winds through the ochre grasses, leading the viewer's eye toward the village nestled among yellowing trees. The houses, scattered among the trees, sit against the dark backdrop of a looming mountain range. In the distance, the snow-capped peaks of the mountains rise majestically, creating a dramatic contrast with the warm tones of the village. Above, the sky is a dynamic blend of light blue with rain-filled clouds, adding a sense of atmosphere and depth. The painting’s bold, textured brush strokes, applied in lively impasto, bring the scene to life, imbuing it with movement and energy. The contrasts between the warm ochre, blue, and violet tones create a harmonious balance, where the crispness of autumn meets the cool, distant mountains. 
 The artist captures the fleeting beauty of nature in an expressive yet realistic way, making this piece a celebration of both color and landscape. This work encapsulates the essence of a mountain village in autumn, where nature and human habitation exist in perfect harmony, and the viewer is invited into a scene full of life, texture, and seasonal beauty.