Oil, canvas, 40 x 30 cm (thick putty)
Signed, on the reverse
An expressive sacred work made with the characteristic technique of THICK PASTEL, in which the paint builds up an almost sculptural surface structure. Dynamic, clear layers of impasto create an intense, three-dimensional texture, giving the painting a strong effect of relief and materiality.
The painting's form is reminiscent of the expression known from Vincent van Gogh's work , while retaining the artist's authorial style. The central figure of Christ was depicted inside the historic St. ParaskevaOrthodox Church in Novitsa - a place of unique spiritual and cultural significance.
The vivid matter of paint, rhythmic putty strokes and intense play of light and shadow give the composition drama, depth and contemplative character, combining the theme of the sacred with a modern, expressive painting language.
Nature of the work: UNIQUE- made by hand
Style: expressive, strong texture, structured surface
Subjects: sacred - Christ, church architecture
Krzysztof Kargol (born1974 in Zabrze) is a Polish contemporary painter, an autodidact who has made his artistic path a conscious journey of heart and individual expression. Initially associated with a career in business and management, after years of working in corporations he decided to follow his vocation and devote himself entirely to artistic creation . The artist is a co-founder of the art group VIA - Volna Inicjatywa Artystyczna and runs his own studio in Józefosław near Warsaw. His work includes both large format paintings in the studio and smaller works alla prima in the open air, which gives his work stylistic and technical diversity. Language and subject matter of hiswork Kargol's work is characterized by a reflective, colorful and cheerful character, which leaves the viewer a wide space for his own interpretation. His paintings often feature the following motifs: people and portraits, depicted with emotional insight; nature, its cycles and duration, being an important element of human experience; landscapes and everyday scenes, both in large formats and small miniatures; accents related to culture and historical inspirations, especially the Middle Ages and ancient art (according to some statements by the artist).Technique and Sty.
Kargol's paintings are distinguished by a rich paint texture - the artist often uses a thick layer of applied medium, strong impasto and an intense color palette. This approach gives the works a great deal of texture and depth, drawing the viewer to explore both the subject matter and the very substance of the painting0 .Realizations and presence on the auctionmarket The artist's work is presented in galleries and appears at art auctions, where his paintings have achieved varying sales results - from smaller amounts to several hundred euros for individual works, indicating the interest of collectors and the contemporary art market.
Summary Krzysztof Kargol is an artist who, through painting, tries to express his own emotions, relations with nature and man, combining reflective sensitivity with vivid colors and rich textures. His works invite personal interpretation and create a wide space for dialogue between the artist and the viewer.
