On the waves, original art (2021) Painting by Natalia Butenko

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In the watercolor painting, a serene seascape unfolds before the viewer, rendered in soft, muted tones. The calm, tranquil sea almost merges with the sky — both spaces filled with light and the gentle transparency unique to watercolor. The horizon line is barely suggested, dissolved into a delicate haze — it could be early morning or a quiet evening. [...]
In the watercolor painting, a serene seascape unfolds before the viewer, rendered in soft, muted tones. The calm, tranquil sea almost merges with the sky — both spaces filled with light and the gentle transparency unique to watercolor. The horizon line is barely suggested, dissolved into a delicate haze — it could be early morning or a quiet evening.
Floating gently on the water is a small white boat, its surface smooth and clean, without any visible wooden texture. It sways slightly with the gentle rhythm of the waves, anchored to the shore by thin ropes that stretch quietly from its sides. The boat is not in motion, yet it doesn’t feel abandoned — it belongs here, peacefully present.
At the bow of the boat, a small red flag flutters. Its vivid, warm hue is the only point of contrast in the entire composition. It sways softly in the breeze, drawing the eye and adding a subtle sense of life and presence to the tranquil scene.
The water surrounding the boat is rendered in soft washes, blending pale blues into gentle turquoise. Flecks of light shimmer across the surface, like echoes of the sun’s touch. The entire scene breathes stillness: there is no movement, no sound — only silence and the delicate rocking of the sea.
This artwork feels like the sea’s breath — a transparent meditation on solitude, silence, and inner

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My artistic journey began in Kazakhstan, where from an early age I felt a deep inner need to express myself through art. Although I did not have the opportunity to receive a formal art education, my passion for [...]

My artistic journey began in Kazakhstan, where from an early age I felt a deep inner need to express myself through art. Although I did not have the opportunity to receive a formal art education, my passion for painting has remained a constant in my life.A pivotal moment came when I stepped away from my business career and returned to learning — this time through modern methods of online art education. For me, painting is more than a creative process; it’s a meditative state where time fades away and only the line, gesture, emotion, color, and mood remain.

My work often draws upon my inner world — emotions, personal experiences, feelings of loss, the search for balance, and the longing for home. Art is my way of speaking without words, of drawing attention to the quiet beauty in everyday life.Through my paintings, I aim to convey simple yet powerful emotions: joy, wonder, a deep appreciation of nature, and the quiet pleasure of being present. I want viewers not just to see a watercolor — but to feel that beauty surrounds us, often in the most ordinary moments.Today, I continue to study and grow as an artist while painting in the styles I love. Art has become my way of staying fully alive and connected — to myself, and to the world.

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