“Sheep in the Field” – Original Painting by Marina Stognieva

The Story Behind the Painting

“Sheep in the Field” is an original painting by Ukrainian artist Marina Stognieva, created in 2021. The work is painted in oil on canvas, measures 100 × 120 cm, and is presented unframed.

The painting depicts two sheep standing in a bright green meadow scattered with small yellow flowers. A simple countryside scene becomes a warm and joyful image of nature — peaceful, open, and full of life.

General view of “Sheep in the Field”.

The composition is built around the two pale figures of the animals, which stand out clearly against the rich green background. One sheep turns slightly to the side, while the other looks almost directly at the viewer. This creates a natural interaction between the two characters and gives the scene an immediate, lively quality.

Colour plays an important role in the work. Numerous shades of green shape the grass, bushes, and depth of the landscape, while small yellow flowers create rhythm and bright accents. The sheep’s pale wool is painted with soft pink, cream, blue, and grey reflections, allowing the animals to remain connected to the surrounding landscape.

Interior visualisation of “Sheep in the Field”.

The large 100 × 120 cm format allows the viewer to feel immersed in the green space of the painting. There is no complicated narrative here — the strength of the work lies in the sensation of nature, light, grass, and the calm presence of the animals.

Detail of “Sheep in the Field”.

Seen up close, the texture of the painting becomes especially visible. Short, active brushstrokes build the sheep’s wool, grass, and flowers, while layers of colour make the surface feel alive. This tactile quality creates the impression of a sunlit field that continues to move even within a still image.

Detail of the original painting “Sheep in the Field”.

“Sheep in the Field” is a work about the simple beauty of rural life, the quietness of nature, and a sense of peace. The abundance of green, the soft pale figures of the animals, and the sunny yellow accents create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Video of the Painting

The video offers a closer look at the original painting, including its brushwork, colour, texture, and scale.

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Artwork Details

Original Artwork & Collectible Fine Art Prints

“Sheep in the Field” is an original artwork by Marina Stognieva, created by hand in oil on canvas. It is a unique one-of-a-kind work in a large 100 × 120 cm format.

For safer and more convenient international transportation, the original canvas is removed from the stretcher bars, carefully rolled, and shipped in a protective tube. After delivery, the canvas can be professionally re-stretched onto new stretcher bars by a local framing or art studio.

Collectible Fine Art Prints personally signed by Marina Stognieva may also be available for selected works. Available formats, materials, prices, and other details can be discussed before ordering.

Payment & Worldwide Shipping

Payment can be made via PayPal, bank transfer, or another agreed method.

Worldwide shipping is available. Due to the large size of the work, the canvas is shipped rolled in a sturdy protective tube. This reduces the dimensions of the parcel and helps protect the canvas during long-distance transportation.

Shipping costs and estimated delivery times are calculated individually depending on the destination. All purchase, payment, packaging, and international shipping details can be discussed directly with the artist before ordering.

“I wanted to capture a very simple and warm moment — two sheep among lush green grass and small yellow flowers. There is a special sense of peace in such ordinary scenes of nature: you look at them and, for a moment, feel far away from the noise of the city.”

— Marina Stognieva