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We were not expected, but we came,
Circa 2022
Lihina Yulia
Painting : paper, pastel
80.5 x 70.5 x 2 cm 31.7 x 27.8 x 0.8 inch
$1,849
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80.5 x 70.5 x 2 cm 31.7 x 27.8 x 0.8 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Artwork location: Ukraine
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The pastel painting "We Were Not Expected, But We Came" is a lively and expressive work that captures the spirit of a beloved Soviet film. The scene is a humorous and endearing depiction of three characters, each with their own distinct personality and expression, seemingly in the midst of an unexpected arrival or comical intrusion. In the foreground, a man with a peaked cap clutches tightly to a fence, his eyes wide with an expression of surprise or perhaps concern. His posture and facial expression convey a sense of immediacy, as if he has just been caught in an act or is anxiously anticipating a reaction. Behind him, another character with a fur hat stands stoically, his gaze directed off to the side. His demeanor is one of mild bemusement or resignation, adding a layer of complexity to the group's dynamic. The third figure, peeking out from behind the fence with only his head visible, has a sly smile that implies he's in on a joke that the others may not fully appreciate. The setting is sparse yet evocative, with the bare branches of a tree and the faded tones suggesting a wintry atmosphere, complementing the characters' heavy coats and hats. The use of pastels gives the painting a softness that contrasts with the sharpness of the humor depicted. The artist fondly recounts the tradition of watching this film during New Year's celebrations, highlighting its role as a cultural touchstone that brings laughter and joy to families. The shared experience of watching and enjoying the film across generations is a testament to its timeless appeal, as the artist now shares it with their own children. Through this painting, the artist not only brings to life a memorable cinematic moment but also honors the warmth and nostalgia of family traditions. It stands as a celebration of the enduring legacy of Soviet cinema and the characters who have become iconic within it.
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Yulia Lihina, born on November 10, 1984 in Kharkov, Ukraine, was a very restless and stubborn child. At three years old, her mother showed her how to draw to calm her down. Julia attended art studio and art school from 1989 to 2002. This experience helped her understand how to live further, since she could not imagine her life without colors and art. She graduated with honors from the Kharkov Art School (2002-2007), painting department, becoming an artist and teacher. During her studies, Julia painted many paintings to order, including stills from films, which was an interesting experience for her. After graduating from school, she got married and soon became the mother of two children. After the divorce, she tried to return to painting, but her children did not allow her to do so. While working for a network company while on maternity leave, she saw how artists painted and sold their paintings, which inspired her to take up painting again. She quit her online business and started over with support from family and friends. In 2019, Yulia began studying how artists work on the Internet. In 2020, she took a course on blogging and selling paintings abroad, starting to paint during the quarantine period. She considers the Internet the best direction for developing and promoting her creativity around the world. On February 24, 2022, war began in her country. Initially, Yulia thought that everything would end quickly, but then she had to leave home, experiencing pain and depression. She quickly coped with it, started volunteering and received a grant to purchase art materials. This gave her the motivation to move forward and do something she had wanted to do since she was three years old. Julia draws inspiration from films, loving the genres of biography, thriller, crime, detective, comedy, history, sports, drama and romance. She loves to convey the complex emotional states of actors on camera and finds cinema a special source of inspiration. Her favorite artists are Levitan, Polenov, Serov, Repin and many others in this style. She specializes in drawing, painting and landscapes, working primarily in oil, charcoal and pastel. Julia primes the canvases herself, using the techniques of the old masters and imprimatura.
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