F11304 Lunar Reflections on the Foam

"Lunar Reflections on the Foam" is a dreamlike piece where Iryna Malynovska masterfully plays with contrasts and texture to create an atmosphere that is both mysterious and soothing.

The composition is structured around a horizontal perspective, guiding the viewer’s eye toward the moonlit reflection on the water. The night sky, layered with deep blues and hints of turquoise, stretches majestically above the sea, capturing the gentle movement of clouds bathed in lunar light.

The focal point of the piece is a small red boat, its warm hue standing in stark contrast to the cool surrounding tones. It rests on the shore, surrounded by vegetation painted with an impasto technique that adds dynamism and depth to the foreground.

The use of thick, expressive oil paint, particularly with palette knife strokes, gives the surface a textured relief. The moonlight, applied in soft whites and pale yellows, diffuses across the scene, enveloping it in an ethereal glow.

Despite its small size (13x13 cm), the painting offers complete immersion: each detail, from the shimmering water reflections to the delicate blades of grass, contributes to a feeling of peaceful solitude and contemplation.