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 FRIENDS, OIL ON CANVAS 20X16 IN. | 50.5X40.5 CM.
 GOLDEN AGE, 2002 OIL ON CANVAS 30X24 IN. | 76X61 CM.

Leon Oks invites us into an imaginary world in his fanciful paintings. His subtle
palette of umbers, burgundies and gold evoke a warm, earthy, and romantic
mood in the bittersweet compositions inspired by memories of his Russian-
Ukrainian homeland. Oks’ imagination transforms trees into female forms;
even many of the houses in his landscapes have rounded shapes, creating
a soothing mood and flowing rhythms. The female figure is a favorite theme
for Oks. Full hipped and sensuous, his women are vessels of creative power.
These paintings contain many elements of nature, symbolizing themes of
creativity and opposing forces. Oks exhibits technical excellence and rare
talent, revealing an understanding and ability based on strong academic
training and the development of a unique personal style. Leon Oks’ works
communicate primarily on an emotional level, but his paintings can not be
strictly categorized. (Francesca Mare Irion)

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