Personal project
Symphony of Art Nouveau movement in Illustrations
-2024-
This collection of illustrations serves as a sincere exploration of my profound fascination with art history, with a particular focus on the stunning Art Nouveau movement. The captivating works of esteemed artists such as Gustav Klimt, Alphonse Mucha, and others have left an enduring impact on my artistic sensibilities, shaping the evolution of my style. Moreover, due to this obsession, I found myself attracted to the rich heritage of Ukrainian artistic heritage, leading me to the captivating works of Fedir Krychevskyi—a Ukrainian artist who once apprenticed under Klimt.
Art Nouveau, extending its influence beyond canvas to architecture, prompted my decision to blend classic secessionist elements in the foreground, featuring an elegant portrait intertwined with iris flowers, alongside the backdrop of a significant architectural marvel—Hotel Ukraine—nestled in my hometown of Dnipro.
Taking creative initiative, I pictured a new design for the Art Nouveau hotel's main entrance, aiming to harmonize it with the overall aesthetic. A sketch showcased a redesigned canopy roof and door, accented by glass green inserts and gracefully curved metal frames, accentuating the inherent appropriateness of the chosen artistic style.
Inspired by the masterful works of brothers Vasyl and Fedir Krychevskyi, I desired to reinterpret fragments of their paintings through the lens of my artistic vision. Vasyl Krychevskyi's evocative depiction of a solitary hut near a high coniferous tree is on the background, while the foreground features a poignant scene from Fedir Krychevskyi's triptych "Life - Love, Family, Return" (1927), portraying a lovely family. Notably, the inclusion of a trident on the right side bears historical significance, as it symbolizes the approval by the Central Rada on March 22, 1918, of Krychevsky's projects, including his coat of arms design inspired by the Volodymyr Trident.
The final illustration represents a harmonious convergence of elements—an interstellar spaceship, intricate gears, and the timeless allure of Art Nouveau style. This conceptual combination invites contemplation on the enduring resonance of Art Nouveau in modern technology design, prompting reflection on whether this aesthetic could still find relevance in the ever-evolving landscape of modern innovation.
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vnukova32@gmail.com
Instagram:
Personal account: sofmoon.di
Art account: luniash.s
Phone numbers:
Ukrainian: +380 (96) 447 55 64
Italian: +39 350 5813912
