This original oil painting was created entirely from life during a plein air painting trip to the Ukrainian Carpathian Mountains in 2026.
Warm afternoon sunlight illuminates the rooftops of traditional village houses, while the surrounding buildings remain in soft, cool shadows. In the distance, lush green hills and trees create a peaceful backdrop to this quiet rural scene.
I was particularly drawn to the contrast between the golden sunlight on the rooftops and the rich blue-violet shadows. Painted outdoors with loose, expressive brushstrokes, this work captures the authentic atmosphere and everyday charm of a small Ukrainian mountain village.
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