Last Alteration before the Performance by Konstantin Razumov

A delicate and poetic immersion behind the scenes of choreographic art, the creation entitled “Last Alteration before the Performance” happily illustrates famous painter Konstantin Razumov’s romantic sensitivity. This figurative painting fully fits into the great lineage of dancer representations dear to the impressionist movement. The magical and soft atmosphere of the scene relies on a highly harmonious visual palette of pastel shades.

Two young ballerinas sit side by side on a bench during a training break. The girl on the right, dressed in a powder pink tutu with a matching bow in her hair, softly reaches out to adjust her friend’s hair. The latter wears a mauve and celestial blue tutu enhanced with a turquoise bow and holds a thin golden ribbon between her fingers. Both wear delicate satin pointe shoes. Their postures reflect great natural grace and serene friendship. The background is painted in blended tones of light blue and cream that envelop the figures in a hazy veil.

Konstantin Razumov shows remarkable mastery of figurative painting by virtuously suggesting the fluidity of movement and transparency of fabrics. His delicate palette and painterly brushwork bring timeless poetry and striking realism to the whole.