Yaroslav Ponomarenko (1982) - A Bee on a Cherry
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A Bee on a Cherry is a 2026 oil painting by Ukrainian artist Yaroslav Ponomarenko, a still life in hyperrealism, originating from Ukraine, 24 × 18 cm, signed and original edition.
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In A Bee on a Cherry, Ukrainian artist Yaroslav Ponomarenko presents a refined contemporary still life suspended between realism and quiet poetry. A cluster of deep crimson cherries hangs delicately from a branch, illuminated against a luminous emerald background that creates an almost dreamlike atmosphere. A solitary bee resting among the leaves introduces a subtle narrative and a reminder of the fragile harmony between nature and pollination.
Executed with remarkable attention to light and surface, the cherries appear almost jewel-like, their glossy skins contrasting beautifully with the softness of the surrounding foliage. The composition’s suspended arrangement gives the work a sense of weightlessness and serenity, while the rich green background lends depth and a contemporary elegance.
Ponomarenko’s ability to transform ordinary natural subjects into contemplative images is evident throughout this piece. A Bee on a Cherry celebrates the beauty of seasonal abundance and the quiet presence of the natural world, inviting the viewer to pause and appreciate details that often go unnoticed.
Compact in size yet visually striking, the painting is ideally suited to intimate interiors and collectors who appreciate contemporary still life painting executed with exceptional technical skill.
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Yaroslav Ponomarenko (b. 1982, Kharkiv, Ukraine) is a contemporary painter whose practice is grounded in the technical discipline and visual language of European Old Master traditions.
Trained at the Kharkiv Art Lyceum and later at the National Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture in Kyiv, Ponomarenko developed a rigorous approach to drawing, composition, and pictorial structure. His work reflects an ongoing engagement with historical methods, informed by extended study of classical painting techniques and the material processes of European schools.
Working primarily within still life and symbolic composition, he focuses on the precise observation of natural forms, often isolating modest subjects and rendering them with a heightened sense of clarity and restraint. Light and tonal construction play a central role in his practice, allowing objects to emerge gradually from subdued atmospheric grounds.
Alongside his studio work, Ponomarenko has been active as an educator, contributing to the transmission of classical techniques through structured teaching and research. This dual engagement with practice and pedagogy informs a body of work that is both technically exacting and conceptually measured.
His paintings situate themselves within a contemporary revival of classical realism, where historical continuity is approached not as imitation, but as a disciplined and evolving language.
Yaroslav Ponomarenko is represented by Havisham & Co., where his paintings are introduced to collectors through curated sales and selected auction placements.
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Havisham & Co.
Havisham & Co. is a London-based fine art agency representing contemporary artists whose work engages with heritage, symbolism, and classical craftsmanship. The agency facilitates the placement of original artworks through curated sales, private transactions, and selected international auction platforms.
Instagram: @havishamco
Website: www.havishamco.com
Email: info@havishamco.com
International shipments may be subject to customs duties and import taxes, which are determined by local authorities and are the responsibility of the buyer.
Seller's Story
Havisham & Co. was founded on the belief that contemporary art can still carry a sense of heritage. Working from London, we collaborate closely with a small group of artists whose practices are informed by classical balance, symbolism, and material depth. Havisham & Co. was founded on the belief that contemporary art can still carry a sense of heritage. Working from London, we collaborate closely with a small group of artists whose practices are informed by classical balance, symbolism, and material depth.
Instagram: havishamco
In A Bee on a Cherry, Ukrainian artist Yaroslav Ponomarenko presents a refined contemporary still life suspended between realism and quiet poetry. A cluster of deep crimson cherries hangs delicately from a branch, illuminated against a luminous emerald background that creates an almost dreamlike atmosphere. A solitary bee resting among the leaves introduces a subtle narrative and a reminder of the fragile harmony between nature and pollination.
Executed with remarkable attention to light and surface, the cherries appear almost jewel-like, their glossy skins contrasting beautifully with the softness of the surrounding foliage. The composition’s suspended arrangement gives the work a sense of weightlessness and serenity, while the rich green background lends depth and a contemporary elegance.
Ponomarenko’s ability to transform ordinary natural subjects into contemplative images is evident throughout this piece. A Bee on a Cherry celebrates the beauty of seasonal abundance and the quiet presence of the natural world, inviting the viewer to pause and appreciate details that often go unnoticed.
Compact in size yet visually striking, the painting is ideally suited to intimate interiors and collectors who appreciate contemporary still life painting executed with exceptional technical skill.
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Yaroslav Ponomarenko (b. 1982, Kharkiv, Ukraine) is a contemporary painter whose practice is grounded in the technical discipline and visual language of European Old Master traditions.
Trained at the Kharkiv Art Lyceum and later at the National Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture in Kyiv, Ponomarenko developed a rigorous approach to drawing, composition, and pictorial structure. His work reflects an ongoing engagement with historical methods, informed by extended study of classical painting techniques and the material processes of European schools.
Working primarily within still life and symbolic composition, he focuses on the precise observation of natural forms, often isolating modest subjects and rendering them with a heightened sense of clarity and restraint. Light and tonal construction play a central role in his practice, allowing objects to emerge gradually from subdued atmospheric grounds.
Alongside his studio work, Ponomarenko has been active as an educator, contributing to the transmission of classical techniques through structured teaching and research. This dual engagement with practice and pedagogy informs a body of work that is both technically exacting and conceptually measured.
His paintings situate themselves within a contemporary revival of classical realism, where historical continuity is approached not as imitation, but as a disciplined and evolving language.
Yaroslav Ponomarenko is represented by Havisham & Co., where his paintings are introduced to collectors through curated sales and selected auction placements.
⸻
Havisham & Co.
Havisham & Co. is a London-based fine art agency representing contemporary artists whose work engages with heritage, symbolism, and classical craftsmanship. The agency facilitates the placement of original artworks through curated sales, private transactions, and selected international auction platforms.
Instagram: @havishamco
Website: www.havishamco.com
Email: info@havishamco.com
International shipments may be subject to customs duties and import taxes, which are determined by local authorities and are the responsibility of the buyer.
Seller's Story
Havisham & Co. was founded on the belief that contemporary art can still carry a sense of heritage. Working from London, we collaborate closely with a small group of artists whose practices are informed by classical balance, symbolism, and material depth. Havisham & Co. was founded on the belief that contemporary art can still carry a sense of heritage. Working from London, we collaborate closely with a small group of artists whose practices are informed by classical balance, symbolism, and material depth.
Instagram: havishamco
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Artist
Yaroslav Ponomarenko (1982)
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
A Bee on a Cherry
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
Ukraine
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
24 cm
Width
18 cm
Depiction/theme
Still life
Style
Hyperrealism
Period
2020+
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