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socialist realism, so contrary to the thinking of the Artist’s Union. The first such group formed in Lviv was the association of artists called Shljach. The organization was formed in the Fall of 1988 with a membership of twenty painters, graphic artists, sculptors and collectors of folk and fine art. They are all talented artists, unique in their methods of expression. Their art is mature, their artistic paths chosen and secure irrelevant to the fact that they are still young (on average between 30 and 35 years of age). Each one is steadfast in his or her position in life and cares about the changes currently occurring in Ukraine. The founding principles of Shljach were based on those of ANUM, since this group wished to continue the traditions upheld by the artists of ANUM. Therefore, Shljach stands against provincialism, against plagiar ism, against amateurism and against opportunism in art. The group aspires to maintain the highest standards in the arts and looks to professionalism in its artists. Shljach supports the creativity of the contemporary, educated artist. In the group’s agenda is not only the popularization of the current productivity of the artists, but foremost it promotes the more noted examples of Ukrainian cul ture in the fine arts and folk arts. Consequently, the first auction sponsored by Shljach and under the aegis of the Ukrainian Cultural Fund, Lviv branch, was held in Lviv in 1988. In spite of pessimistic prognosis, the auc tion was extremely successful commercially, specifically as a result of the excellent selections of art works chosen for the event by members of the group. The second important achievement of Shljach was its sponsorship of an exhibition featuring the works of Opanas Zalyvacha, one of the countless victims of the Bresznev regime in the 1960’s. It would not be under stated to say that this exhibition revitalized the creativity of the artist and returned him to the active ranks of Ukrainian culture. The group readily cooperates with various inde pendent organizations and institutions. Artist from Shljach lend their skills for promotional work in support of the variety theater Ne Szurys’, as well as for the theater of the youth; help with the art work in the pro duction of the almanac Jewshan Zill’ja produced by the organization Jewshan, create and print cards which celebrate important Ukrainian historical events or are dedicated to commemorate noted figures in Ukrainian cultural life. The artistic excellence exhibited in these cards/documents influences the aesthetic tastes of the public. The above mentioned activities do not hamper the members of Shljach in being true artists. This in fact, is supported by the group’s first exhibition held in May 1989 at the Lviv Museum of Ukrainian Arts. The exhibi tion presented a wide panorama of artistic styles which testify to the growth and development of the creative process. Featured at the exhibition was the work of sculptor Mykola Andruszczuk, an artist of immense talent and stature. His participation in the exhibition gives a good outlook for the future. The artist is a master of tech nique, not afraid to experiment and makes use of the material in his hands to the fullest. The work of An druszczuk displays intrinsic artistry and a thorough communion with his subject matter. The majority of works at the exhibition were paint ings. Petro Humeniuk presented a series of paintings called Halychyna. (It should be noted here that the Ukrainian landscape is one direction in the program of themes fervently explored by the artists in Shjlach.) In Humeniuk’s work there is restraint, intelligence and high level of professional cultural attainment. The artist rejects the various features of pictorial art which tend to make it a feast for the eyes. The artists also removed himself from the re-interpretation of contemporary life. O. Kovalenko-Sabaldyr became a magnificent co lourist. His style is unique. His works are characterized by interesting attempts at various forms, full of emo tional impact. They however, are not the end in them selves, but serve as a path to deeper understanding. J. Shymina’s paintings reflect a high level of professional artistry, achievement of a goal, objectivity and clarity of expression. Volodymyr Kaufman and Jurij Koch presented in teresting works. They both however, are very actively involved in the fields of poster art and book design. J. Koch may be called “the poet of Lviv’s nooks and cran nies.” The images of the city’s old, out of the way streets and alleys, the facades of buildings showing their age — these works of J. Koch show a fine artistry and express psychological concepts. The paintings of V. Kaufman are interesting and multifaceted. He also showed gra phic works together with his paintings. The artist favors experimentation and seeks new emotional expressions, particular only to himself. The color schemes of his works are calm, yet stong and fresh, and from them one can feel honesty, warmth and goodness. The graphic works of Eva Markevych, Oles’ Caruk and Andrij Humeniuk exhibit the successful utilization of linographics to best express pictoral depth and clar ity of its genre. When Eva Markevych and Andrij Hume niuk support the classical approach to composition, then Oles’ Caruk promotes the possibilities of new ideas in respect to form. In reviewing the graphic works represented at the exhibition, it can be concluded that the artists have already acquired a certain amount of material which they can display before the world with confidence. The exhibition also showed the works of Hanna Drul’ (ceramics), Mykola Kryckyj and Stefan Juzefiv (paintings), Mychajlo Krasyka and Halyna Novoszczevec (paintings, graphics). Some of these artists adhere to the traditional, realistic methods, while others seek new forms, free from prevailing manners and customs or natural life likenesses. Cont. on p. 25 Видання C оюзу Українок A мерики - перевидано в електронному форматі в 2012 році . A рхів C У A - Ню Йорк , Н . Й . C Ш A.
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