Painting Valya, artist Boyko Peter

An expressive portrait where the female figure becomes the central element of a complex symbolic composition. The gaze of her green eyes is piercing and hypnotic, drawing the viewer's attention. The painting's narrative creates a sense of mystery. The color scheme of the figure divides her into two halves: one, in warm yellow-orange tones, symbolizes the earthly and material, while the other, in deep red hues, indicates passion and inner energy.

The background of the painting is also divided into two parts, each complemented by a multitude of symbolic elements. The left side depicts the sun and moon, alluding to the cyclical nature of life and the interaction of celestial forces. On the right, against a purple background, butterflies and umbrellas float. Butterflies symbolize the soul, transformation, and lightness, while umbrellas suggest protection from sorrow. All together, this creates a multidimensional space where personality intertwines with myths, nature, and inner experiences, reflecting the absurdity and simultaneously the profound essence of human existence.

Peter Boyko is a Ukrainian avant-garde artist. Born in Pryluky in 1954, he displayed a talent for drawing and a passion for collecting from childhood. In his youth, he belonged to the "hippie" movement. He traveled extensively and was repeatedly detained for "anti-Soviet" behavior. Due to his dissident views, he was sent to military service in the Arkhangelsk region, to a "stroybat" (construction battalion) logging camp.

He studied the art of painting for over 8 years. Thanks to his contribution to Ukrainian art, his name has been inscribed in the "Golden Fund of the Nation." His work is filled with the colors of life and offers a fresh perspective on familiar subjects. Petro Boiko's paintings are housed in many museums in Ukraine, as well as private collections in Ukraine, Germany, Israel, the Philippines, and the USA.

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