Roman Selsky is a central figure of high modernism in Ukraine and the founder of the modern Lviv school of painting. He worked in the fields of easel and graphic art. The author's artistic style reflects the entire evolution of European modernism, from impressionism to abstraction.
Roman Selskyi's painting language is deeply national. He is inspired by Ukrainian embroidery, weaving, and Easter eggs. In his work "Hutsul Children," the artist refers to a naive style, emphasizing the sincerity and truthfulness of the moment. Harmonized bright colors emphasize this feeling of joy while skillfully conveying the specifics of the area's customs and a unique worldview.
