Belovezhskaya Pushcha
The painting “Białowieża Forest” conveys the grandeur and pristine character of one of Europe’s oldest forests. Amid the dense thickets of tall pines and spruces, the viewer sees majestic bison — the symbol of this protected land. The artist pays special attention to detail in depicting massive tree trunks covered with moss and the damp forest air permeated by soft light. The atmosphere of silence and untouched nature is combined with a sense of its power and strength.
Ivan Rudchik
Born on January 20th, 1908 in the village of Dobratygi of Lyublin Province (Poland). A Great Patriotic War Veteran. Studied at Krakov School of Fine Arts (1931-1933). Since 1945 he took part in art exhibitions. Worked in the field of easel painting (a picture, landscape, portrait). One of the founders of the Brest regional branch of the Belarussian Artists' Union (1946). The works are in museums and picture galleries of Minsk, Brest, Kobrin, Pinsk, Baranovichi, as well as in private collections in Belarus and Poland. Was awarded with the medal of the BAD «For success in fine arts». A member of the BAD since 1949. Died on March 22nd, 2000