This compilation showcases a curated selection of Arcady Oboukhov's artistic oeuvre from his formative teenage years. Please be aware that this collection does not include his earlier works. We suggest visiting the links provided for a more thorough exploration of Oboukhov's artistry.
Composing since he was thirteen, Arcady Oboukhov started his musical journey with his first piano album, "Morning to Evening," leading to him developing a passion for writing ideas with notes. Soon expanding to multi-instrument compositions with "Passing by Storm."
Following that moment, Oboukhov embarked on a journey of creating orchestral music, ultimately resulting in the production of his album "Chivalry." Throughout his exploration of various styles, he gained recognition for his emotive piano compositions, "Rain Drops" and "Ring of Fire." The positive reception of these works inspired him to continue composing more music.
As years went by, Oboukhov's pieces became longer and more impressive. In 2024, at fifteen, Oboukhov published some of his most remarkable works yet. His first sonata, "Triumphus," and his Symphony were a few of his notable examples. Regardless of his limited time, he does not plan to stop composing, leading to anticipated future compositions.
Oboukhov's symphony, inspired by a wheat field, showcases a variety of moods and atmospheres, capturing the beauty and diversity of the landscape, from dark thunderstorms to sunny days.
Originally started in 2023, "Triumphus" is a notable example of Oboukhov's musical talent. Following a strict classical structure, Oboukhov made a classical piece with a modern cinematic taste.
Oboukhov's artistic journey began with inspiration from his brother's work, leading his parents to invest in professional art lessons for him at a young age. Over time, his skills developed, resulting in more intricate and complex pieces.
Around the age of eight, Oboukhov delved into watercolor and acrylic art, honing his skills through lessons in both mediums. As he dedicated more time to drawing, it became a cherished hobby for relaxation, allowing him to improve his abilities.
Continuously pushing his boundaries, Oboukhov explored new styles, such as Chinese Traditional Art, expanding his artistic repertoire. With a newfound sense of creative freedom, he began experimenting with acrylic and pencil to create the stunning artworks showcased below.
Inspired by the British countryside, Oboukhov captured the essence of the landscape using a paintbrush. The striking contrast in his artwork invites viewers to focus on the intricate details of the clouds and sky. This piece marked the beginning of his series of acrylic paintings.
Oboukhov, whose talents extended beyond European art, ventured into Traditional Chinese art. To master new techniques and language characters, he immersed himself in the culture, broadening his understanding of different artistic traditions.
Oboukhov has been drawing with pencil since he was five years old, cultivating a deep passion for art rooted in this medium. Despite the passage of time, he retained his original techniques and enhanced them through continuous learning and growth. "Cliffside" reflects the style of his earlier artworks from his childhood days.
Oboukhov's interest in writing as a hobby began at a young age when he started creating short stories at thirteen. His collection of writings grew over the years, with dozens of pieces reflecting his evolving style and search for a clear theme. As he honed his skills and experimented with different genres, his passion for writing became stronger and stronger.
At one point, Oboukhov delved into longer pieces and started working on his first book. Although this book, which explored the contrast between a carefree young boy and the life challenges he faced while growing up, was never published, it marked a significant milestone in Oboukhov's writing journey.
In 2023, Oboukhov found inspiration for a new story set in a coal mine. Although he wrote numerous pages for this project, he set it aside.
In the book Duality, the protagonist Stephano starts as a young child, but as the story unfolds and he faces a series of challenging events, he experiences significant growth and maturity. The theme revolves around the idea of an approaching storm representing potential trouble ahead while exploring how Stephano's dreams offer a glimpse into his inner thoughts. Ultimately, the book explores the duality between the lighthearted beginning and the serious tone of the concluding chapters.
(© Arcady Oboukhov 2022. All Rights Reserved) (example from Duality)
(Stephano sees multiple things happen: changes in his family, which signify a trend to signify warning. The metaphor of the storm is for the bad things happening. Stephano awaits a storm to happen.)
The first signs of danger will be seen at six when the wind stops. The day had the strongest wind we had experienced, and then the moment of calm will come to be our greatest nightmare,” said his father, “Well, what will be on the horizon?” asked Stephano, “Look, Stephano, just go to this museum and we will talk about this later” he said. They stopped the car, but Stephano waited to walk out for a moment; he looked behind himself at the clear sky of blue and counted the hours that would have to pass. Stephano counted hours like years till this storm, for this night was just a breeze when looking at the real thing. He did not know that maybe the first wind of today may have been a warning for a bad tomorrow, but he still did keep in mind that he counted the days, not the years, since the first wind in his family had started. Far far in his mind, he knew it. A thought of a bad day coming. The idea scared him and made him long for life without knowing. He stepped out of the car. The wind was strong, and the horizon seemed clear. But there was a large bulk of blue clouds coming in the night.
(© Arcady Oboukhov 2023. All Rights Reserved) (example from The Coal Mine)
(Willson saw a ship in the distance, but his coworkers did not believe him because there was no ship on the radar.)
At that moment, he heard a loud sound outside, “What was that!” said Willson, “The lines securing the equipment snapped!” screamed One of the workers outside. At that moment, Willson rushed outside. The time was eleven. The team of five men was trying to resecure the equipment. At that moment, they fixed it. As they did, Willson looked at the line securing the equipment. Arch was still gone, “everything is under control,” said one of the workers. As Willson started to head out to the main room, he looked back. There, in the distance, he saw the shadow come closer. The ghost ship Willson saw clearly. He did not say anything because he was tired and thought he was seeing hallucinations. He walked to the main room and fell asleep fast on the small bed. At midnight, he heard someone waking him up. “Willson!” said Arch, “How did you get in here?” asked Willson, “They see the ship!” said Arch. At that moment, he jolted out the bed and walked fast out of the small room.
The Coal Mine follows the adventures of Willson Newman, a fictional character who lands a job as a manager at a company that has recently acquired a vast plot of land in a perilous region. Local militias are disputing the land, leading to a series of life-threatening situations and intense action sequences.