Straw Art by Valery Kozlov
“Birds of Happiness” is the main theme in artworks of a Russian artist and craftsman Valery Kozlov. Meanwhile, implementation of burnt straw has beneficial effects on the human psyche, bringing peace and tranquility in his soul. Dance of the golden shades changes every time you change the lighting or the direction of gaze. Material for original works of the artist are stems of cereal crops (straw). Mainly used rye to impart shades of yellow tones – barley, bright white – oats. And the main colors – beige, brown and black the artist achieves by firing. Disinfection and secure natural tones, bamboo is processed before using chemical and thermal means. Technique and style of the work itself can bring the stories to reality and unlimited dimensions.

The paintings of straw look three dimensional, and present the natural light and warmth of the used material. One painting usually takes from 3 days to 6 months of skillful work, and patience.

Straw Art by Valery Kozlov

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