“Play of Light” by Yaroslav Ponomarenko is an atmospheric still life depicting a ripe lemon with its dark green leaves beside a tall blue-green glass bottle. Set against a deep, muted background, the composition is deliberately restrained, allowing the vivid yellow fruit and cool reflections on the glass to become its central points of interest. The lemon’s textured skin contrasts with the smooth, translucent appearance of the bottle, while the leaves introduce subtle variations of green into the otherwise subdued palette. The painting draws on the tradition of classical still life through its careful observation of everyday objects and its expressive use of chiaroscuro. Soft highlights trace the contours of the bottle and reveal the uneven surface of the lemon, creating a quiet interplay between warm and cool tones. Balancing realism with a contemporary sensibility, this intimate composition celebrates the visual poetry of ordinary objects and the subtle transformations produced by light and shadow. Unique SKU: HCO-YAP-POL-2026-013 ⸻ 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. Please note, the certificate for this artwork will be provided electronically upon request.