Portrait of the nieces 1939

Kateryna Bilokur painted this portrait of her nieces. Look at how the soft blues and greens create a hazy, dreamlike world. This isn't about capturing a perfect likeness, but more about the feeling of a sunny day in the garden. Bilokur’s touch is gentle; she layers translucent washes of color to build up the forms. See how the water flowing from the jug seems to shimmer? You can almost feel the cool dampness. The colours are echoed in the girl’s pale dresses that blend them seamlessly into the landscape. The painting reminds me of Henri Rousseau. Both artists have this way of depicting the world with a mix of childlike wonder and sophisticated composition. Bilokur’s painting isn't just a picture; it's an invitation to slow down, to breathe in the scent of flowers, and to remember the simple joys of childhood.