Alexander Mikhaylov is a conceptual artist who combines traditional and contemporary techniques in his work. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience in design and illustration, he uses oil and acrylic as his main mediums, experimenting with various techniques and materials such as gold and copper. Through brushes and a palette knife, he achieves rich depth and texture.
His style balances urban realism with allegorical symbolism. Strongly influenced by his background in design, his works often feature landscapes, heightened meanings and imagery, and a vivid play of form and color. His art speaks in the language of form, perspective, and tone, expressing freedom and a constant desire to explore and push creative boundaries.
About this artwork+
This painting by Alexander Mikhaylov, titled "Run, You Fools!", captures a dramatic landscape. A vast field of golden grass stretches across the foreground. It looks wild and windswept. Above the field, a tumultuous sky unfolds. Dark, swirling clouds dominate, hinting at an approaching storm. In one area, rain visibly pours down, creating a striking contrast with a patch of bright, white clouds. Mikhaylov's style here is expressive and dynamic. He uses bold, sweeping brushstrokes that convey movement and emotion. The colors are rich and varied, with deep blues and grays in the sky against the vibrant yellows and greens of the field. This painting seems to capture a moment of impending change, almost urging the viewers to feel the urgency of an unseen threat. Alexander Mikhaylov's work often shows a masterful use of color and texture to evoke atmosphere and mood. This painting is no exception. It’s a powerful depiction of nature's unpredictable beauty and fury.
