Autumn forest, 2024
Painting : oil, canvas · 70 x 80 x 2 cm 27.6 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch · Ready to hang
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SERB 1137
The painting "Autumn Forest" is an expressive and colorful depiction of a quiet forest in the midst of autumn. The central element of the artwork is a small, rustic wooden bridge that crosses a calm river, surrounded by dense foliage in rich autumn hues. The bridge, made of uneven wooden planks, seems to invite the viewer to step into the mysterious and tranquil world of nature, symbolizing a passage from one season to another, or perhaps from one state of mind to another.
The artist skillfully uses a palette dominated by warm, earthy colors—rich oranges, deep purples, and vibrant greens—to capture the essence of fall. The foliage is dense and textured, with leaves in various stages of transformation. The golden-yellow tones of the leaves contrast beautifully with the darker greens and purples, creating a sense of depth and natural harmony. The overall composition feels alive, with each brushstroke adding movement and vitality to the scene.
The river beneath the bridge flows gently, reflecting the surrounding colors and adding a serene, calming element to the painting. The water is depicted in muted tones of brown and green, suggesting that it is shallow and peaceful, perhaps a quiet stream that winds its way through the forest. The reflections in the water create a mirror-like effect, emphasizing the connection between the forest and the river.
In the foreground, the vegetation is rich and varied, with bushes, grasses, and wildflowers growing along the riverbank. The artist's use of thick, impasto brushstrokes gives the painting a tactile, three-dimensional quality, making the foliage appear almost touchable. The path leading to the bridge is overgrown and natural, suggesting that this is a place untouched by human intervention—a hidden gem in the heart of the forest.
The painting conveys a strong sense of tranquility and reflection. The bridge serves as a metaphor for transition and change, symbolizing the passage from one phase of life to another. It could also represent a journey of self-discovery, a crossing into a more peaceful and introspective state of being. The autumn colors reinforce this theme of change and transformation, reminding viewers of the cyclical nature of life and the beauty that can be found in every season.
The artist seems to want to communicate a message about the importance of finding peace in nature and embracing change. The painting encourages viewers to slow down, appreciate the natural world, and find beauty in the quiet moments of life. The dense forest and hidden bridge evoke a sense of mystery and adventure, inviting the viewer to imagine their own journey through this serene landscape.
In essence, "Autumn Forest" captures the fleeting beauty of autumn and the sense of quiet introspection that the season brings. It speaks to the human experience of change and transformation, reminding us to find peace in nature and to appreciate the simple, beautiful moments that life offers.
Presentation
Born in 1960 in Konotop, Sumy Region, Ukraine.
1984 - Graduated from Yuriev-Polsky Pedagogical School (Department of Art and Graphics).
Worked as a drawing and drafting teacher, painting and wood carving instructor, artist-designer.
Held the position of Chief Artist in Konotop.
Since 2000 - Independent artist.
Member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine.
Works by Boris Serdyuk are held in museums in the Sumy and Chernihiv regions, as well as in private collections in Ukraine, European countries, the USA, Israel, and other countries.
In 2018, the artist entered the global art space of the creative platform in New York, where seven of his works were included in the catalog "Painting & Graphics."
Currently lives and works in Kremenchuk, Poltava Region.
Took his first steps in the world of visual arts within the walls of his local school, then studied at Yuriev-Polsky Pedagogical School. After graduation, he returned to his homeland and started working as a drawing and painting teacher.
Later, he realized that for an artist, creative freedom is essential. Thus, after seventeen years of teaching, he left the profession to focus on his creative work. The artist is content to have the opportunity to engage in his beloved craft, which he considers the meaning of his life.
His journey had its ups and downs, victories in competitions, and recognition from admirers, yet he never ceased his determined quest for his artistic path. In ancient times, "serdyuk" referred to professional infantrymen in the Cossack ranks. This heritage likely passed down not only the surname but also many Cossack traits to the artist, including hard work, modesty, and human dignity.
Boris Serdyuk creates in genres such as portrait, landscape, and thematic composition. His works are varied, reflecting the artist's impressions of the places he visited. Among them are picturesque corners of Kremenchuk and Dnipro views, urban and maritime landscapes, the grandeur of the Carpathian Mountains, and cozy Ukrainian villages. His canvases are intriguing in terms of color and relatively compositionally perfect, revealing the life of nature at the time of their execution.
There are also commissioned portraits and paintings, such as "Shevchenko in Baturyn." He spent over a year working on it, studying the architecture of the former hetman capital. However, the artist prefers to work swiftly, capturing the vision of a painting before it fades from his mind and before the sun changes its angle and shadows. On average, according to the artist, he spends about 40 minutes on a single landscape.
Boris successfully combines a poetic perception of the world and a deep understanding of nature with brilliant artistic execution. His paintings exude a special light and a delicate sense of nature – vivid colors on the canvas resonate with intermediate tones. The artist has abandoned contours, replacing them with separate and contrasting brushstrokes; his paintings amaze with colors, not only their diversity but also the amount of substance applied to the canvas – vibrant, vivid, voluminous.
Describing the master's works is a challenging task. Boris Serdyuk's works are special – they are painted with soul. One must see and feel the wonderful harmony of nature on the artist's canvases firsthand and touch the great mystery of Art.
Exhibitions:
2016:
- International Landscape Exhibition Memorial A.I. Kuindzhi, Mariupol
- All-Ukrainian Cultural and Creative Project "Picturesque Ukraine," Sumy
- All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition for Artist's Day, Kyiv
2017:
- All-Ukrainian Cultural and Creative Project "Picturesque Ukraine," Severodonetsk
- All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition for Independence Day of Ukraine, Kyiv
- All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition "Colors of Dnipro," Dnipro
- All-Ukrainian Christmas Exhibition
2018:
- All-Ukrainian Exhibition "Graphics-2018," Kharkiv
- All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition "Picturesque Ukraine," Mariupol
- All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition "Lubenska Vesna," Lubny
- All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition "Colors of Dnipro," Dnipro
- 1st All-Ukrainian Triennial "NU-ART," Kremenchuk
- All-Ukrainian Christmas Exhibition, Kyiv
2019:
- All-Ukrainian Graphics Exhibition, Kharkiv
- All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition "Picturesque Ukraine," Kropyvnytskyi
- All-Ukrainian Exhibition Dedicated to I. Repin's 175th Anniversary, Kharkiv
- All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition "Enchanting Colors of Dnipro," Dnipro
- 1st International Triennial "Wandering Philosophy," Kremenchuk
- All-Ukrainian Christmas Exhibition, Kyiv
2020:
- All-Ukrainian Exhibition of Female Portraits "Feminine Portrait. Natali," Kyiv
- 8th All-Ukrainian Exhibition "Enchanting Colors of Dnipro," Dnipro
- All-Ukrainian and International Biennale "Sea of Watercolor 2020," Odesa
- All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition for Artist's Day, Kyiv
- Art Project-Competition "ARTNOVA" by NSHU, Kremenchuk
- All-Ukrainian Christmas Exhibition, Kyiv
2021:
- All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition, Kyiv
- All-Ukrainian Graphics Exhibition, Kharkiv
- International Landscape Exhibition Memorial A.I. Kuindzhi, Mariupol
- All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition "Lubenska Vesna," Lubny
- 9th All-Ukrainian Triennial "Graphics-2021," Kyiv
- All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition for Independence Day of Ukraine, Kyiv
- All-Ukrainian Art Exhibition "Enchanting Colors of Dnipro," Dnipro
Personal Exhibitions:
- 1983 - Exhibition of Portraits and Landscapes, Yuriev-Pol'skoye
- 1998 - Exhibition Dedicated to International Women's Day, Konotop
- 2005 - Exhibition "Creative Gifts to the Homeland," Konotop
- 2012 - Exhibition "Picturesque Horizons. Paths of Plein Airs," Shostka
- 2012 - Exhibition "Picturesque Horizons. Starting Point," Konotop
- 2013 - Exhibition "Wonderful World of Painting," Kremenchuk
- 2015 - Exhibition "Love and Joy of Existence," Komsomolsk
- 2015 - Exhibition "Colors of the Native Land," Kremenchuk
- 2016 - Exhibition "Seeing the World with Loving Eyes...", Kremenchuk
- 2017 - Exhibition "Kremenchuk - Autograph in Paint," Kremenchuk
- 2018 - Exhibition "Sources of Spring Inspiration," Kremenchuk
- 2021 - Exhibition "Our Native City in Artists' Works," Kremenchuk
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