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Wonder is the first of all the passions Painting

Alexey Linkov

Canada

Painting, Oil on Canvas

Size: 14 W x 18 H x 1 D in

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This statement echoes the thoughts of René Descartes, who in his work “The Passions of the Soul,” posited wonder as the first of all passions. Descartes believed that wonder is a sudden surprise at something new or very different from our previous knowledge or expectations, and it occurs before we can even judge whether something is beneficial to us or not. This makes wonder unique among the passions, as it has no opposite; if an object presents nothing surprising, it does not move us, and we consider it without passion. Wonder’s role as the initial response to the unknown makes it a powerful starting point for inquiry and understanding, leading us to explore, learn, and grow. It’s the spark that ignites our curiosity and drives our desire to know more about the world and ourselves.

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Oil on Canvas

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14 W x 18 H x 1 D in

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Alexey Linkov is Ukrainian-born Canadian artist. His Neoclassical style is influenced mostly by the Impressionist and Orientalist movements as well as Psychedelic, Fantasy and Pop art. Alexey combines these styles in his art, creating colorful and surreal scenes of nature, animals, and humans. He often depicts tropical and beach scenes, as well as mythological and historical subjects. He shows a fascination with the beauty and diversity of nature, as well as the mystery and allure of legends and stories. He has a distinctive and colorful style, and shows great technical skills and creativity in his paintings. He also adds his own personal touch and interpretation, to create a unique and original style. Fun Facts about Alexey: - He was denied entry to the Fine Art Academy in the USSR several times because his art was not in line with the Communist Ideology. He had to study art on his own and hide his paintings from the authorities. - He appeared in some movies and TV shows as a minor character, even though he was not a professional actor. His most notable role was Adolf Hitler (uncredited) in a Canadian TV show. - He recently discovered that he was related to Vincent van Gogh through a DNA test. He was surprised and amused by this revelation.

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