Sunset. Veliky Ustyug

The artist painted this life-size sketch during a creative trip to the Russian North in the style of Alla Prima while studying in his fourth year at the Russian Academy of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture. Sunsets in the north are like epics. The same epic and fabulous, long and immersive to the origins. Alluring with their power and beauty, coolness and tenderness of color combinations.
This artwork captures the serene beauty of a sunset landscape, expertly blending impressionistic elements with a tranquil palette. The sky, a mesmerizing tapestry of pastel pinks, purples, and blues, reflects majestically on the waters surface below, creating a harmonious symmetry. The horizon is gently punctuated by distant hills, their dark silhouettes adding depth and contrast to the composition. The paintings textural brushstrokes evoke a sense of movement and fluidity, inviting the viewer to explore the interplay of light and shadow. The use of soft yet vibrant colors not only enhances the dreamlike quality but also underscores the transition between day and night. Framed in rustic wood, the piece exudes an inviting warmth, making it an engaging focal point. This landscape painting stands out for its ability to convey both tranquility and profound natural beauty in a compact, evocative format.
Exhibition:
2012 “Visible Images”, personal exhibition at the exhibition hall of the Russian Auction House in Gostiny Dvor, Moscow.
2024 The exhibition "Tail-wind". Museum and exhibition complex "Academy of Watercolor and Fine Arts of Sergey Andriaka". (Moscow)
Publication:
Златоверховникова О.Н. Семён Кожин. – М.: Принт люкс, 2007. – 120 с. Page 83
Семён Кожин. Зримые образы: [каталог персональной выставки] / Российский аукционный дом. – СПб.: Рекламное агентство MCMG, 2012. – 32 с. Page 16
Цветнова Т.Е., Салахов Т.Т., Рожин А.И. Семён Кожин Simon Kozhin – М.: Творчество, 2015. – 302 с. Page 86
Цветнова Т.Е. Семён Кожин. – М.: Белый город, Воскресный день 2016. – 208 с. – (Русская традиция). Page 95