Barvy Art Foundation Presented 20th Century Ukrainian Landscapes at Soyuzivka Heritage Center
From 2–5 July 2026, Barvy Art Foundation proudly presented the exhibition 20th Century Ukrainian Landscapes: Kyiv Institute Circle at the Soyuzivka Heritage Center in Kerhonkson, New York.
The exhibition drew warm interest from visitors and offered a rare opportunity to experience an important chapter of Ukrainian art history in person. It introduced audiences to a remarkable group of Ukrainian artists connected through the Kyiv Art Institute, whose works reflect the richness of Ukraine's landscape tradition and the enduring legacy of its academic painting school.
Featuring paintings by Volodymyr Belyak, Mykhailo Borymchuk, Danylo Bednoshey, Volodymyr Kolesnyk, Petro Sulimenko, Yevheniia Ovsyannikova, Nataliia Abutkova, and Borys Rapoport, the exhibition highlighted landscapes that capture the beauty of nature while preserving memories of home, culture, and everyday life.
Barvy Art Foundation is honored to bring these important works to audiences in the United States, continuing its mission to promote Ukrainian art, preserve cultural heritage, and increase international appreciation of Ukraine's artistic legacy. We look forward to sharing more exhibitions celebrating Ukrainian art in the future.
Danylo Bednoshey (1924–1989), Winter, 1970, oil on canvas, 35.4 × 51.2 in.
Volodymyr Kolesnyk (1920–1986), The Artist Painting from Nature, 1973, oil on cardboard, 19.5 × 27.6 in.
Petro Sulimenko (1914–1996), Fortress in Khotyn, 1969, tempera on canvas, 47.2 × 33.5 in.
Yevheniia Ovsyannikova (1909–1998), Children by the Sea, 1960s, oil on canvas, 35.4 × 51.2 in.
Volodymyr Belyak (1924–2009), Spring, 1971, oil on canvas, 23.6 × 27.6 in.
Mykhailo Borymchuk (1926–2013), High Water, 1969, oil on canvas, 49.6 × 35.4 in.
Nataliia Abutkova (1916–2010s), Pink Flowers, 1974, oil on cardboard, 19.6 × 27.5 in.
Borys Rapoport (1922–2006), Autumn, 1970s, oil on canvas, 23.6 × 27.6 in.
Volodymyr Kolesnyk (1920–1986), Dnipro River Bank near Shchuchynka, 1965, oil on cardboard, 11.8 × 19.7 in.
Yevheniia Ovsyannikova (1909–1998), Over the River, 1980, oil on canvas, 22.4 × 22.4 in.
Support for Ukrainian Artist Volodymyr Kolesnyk at Art Capital 2026 in Paris
Our foundation was pleased to support the participation of Ukrainian artist Volodymyr Kolesnyk in the prestigious Salon des Artistes Français, held 13–15 February 2026 as part of Art Capital at the Grand Palais des Champs-Élysées in Paris.
The painting Nº P231 — Les fleurs des champs (Wildflowers) (oil on canvas, 73 × 95 cm) was selected by the Salon’s jury, highlighting the quality and artistic value of the work.
The exhibition provided an excellent opportunity to present contemporary Ukrainian art to an international audience. The painting attracted considerable interest from visitors and art professionals, sparking conversations and positive feedback during the event.
Volodymyr Kolesnyk is a well-known Ukrainian artist who graduated from the National Art Academy in 1983 and became a member of the Union of Artists of Ukraine in 1990. Over the course of his career, he has participated in numerous exhibitions across Europe, including in Paris, London, Munich, Athens, and Vienna.
Our foundation is proud to support talented artists and contribute to the international visibility of Ukrainian art. Events like Art Capital provide valuable opportunities for artistic dialogue, cultural exchange, and the promotion of contemporary creativity.
Volodymyr Kolesnyk with Bruno Madelaine, President of the Salon des Artistes Français
Nº P231 — Les fleurs des champs (Wildflowers), oil on canvas, 73 × 95 cm
Volodymyr Kolesnyk
