(Article: NN-202518-436)
This original artwork “Smooth movements” was created by the contemporary Russian artist Nadya Prades and is available for sale online.
Nadya Prades’ painting “Smooth Movements” is a meditative exploration of form, texture, and movement, executed in a muted, almost monochrome palette. The artist creates an intimate, chamber image, where vertical lines and soft transitions dominate, conveying a sense of grace, concentration, and, perhaps, some melancholy.
The composition focuses on the upper part of a human figure, presumably a woman, shot from an angle from above or from the side, which gives the image a certain detachment. The figure is in the process of movement, which seems very smooth and controlled.
The central element is a hand raised upwards, striving for something out of frame or simply performing a graceful gesture characteristic of a dance or ritual. This hand, depicted in warmer, bodily tones, is a bright focal center against the cold surrounding environment.
The clothing is executed in white and light gray tones and is richly decorated, which hints at texture, possibly lace, embroidery, or light highlights. These small light details create a contrast with the overall dark and textured background.
The surrounding space dominates in area and is executed in a technique reminiscent of a wet watercolor or pastel effect. Cool shades of blue, gray, and earthy brown predominate. The texture of the background is very active — vertical stripes and layering create the impression of water droplets flowing down the surface, or, perhaps, flowing folds of fabric or a curtain. This gives the work a sense of moisture and depth.
A special feature of the painting is how Prades uses texture and light. Light seems to fall from somewhere above or to the side, brightly illuminating the hand and parts of the clothing, while most of the figure and background remain in shadow. This emphasizes the “smoothness” of the movement - it takes place in полумраке, like a dance performed for oneself.
“Smooth Movements” is not about a specific plot, but about the process. It is an ode to grace, concentration, and the ability to find beauty in the very flow of life and movement. The painting invites the viewer to slow down, look closely at the texture, and feel this intimate, quiet moment of self-expression.
This painting can be hung on the wall of your apartment, house, office, restaurant, or hotel and will be a wonderful decoration for your interior. You can buy online the artwork “Smooth movements” measuring 43 x 43 cm with secure shipping to your location.
Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2024
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Fauvism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Dance
Size:
Medium
Width:
43 cm
Height:
43 cm
Thickness:
2 cm
Framing:
Not (or not applicable)
Ships From: Austria
Delivery Cost: Shipping is not included in the price of the artwork
The shipping cost will be calculated at checkout. It depends on the size of the artwork and the delivery region, and typically ranges from €50 to €300.
Delivery Time: Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-20 business days for international shipments
Returns: 14-day return policy
Nadya Prades is a Moscow-based artist who works with painting. Received higher education in advertising and worked in marketing and advertising for 10 ...
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