Painting Overview
Professional Fear captures the universal human anxiety of flight, portraying the tension and vulnerability that accompany the fear inherent in stepping into the air.
Artist’s Insight
Do you think that pilots are not afraid to fly? You are deeply mistaken! Do not be afraid to fly only birds and flies. The state of flight for a person is not an organic state. As is known, such states cause different negative reactions in people. And the most common of them is fear. This is the color of fear.
Artwork Description
In Professional Fear, Igor Shulman explores the emotional weight of solitude and human vulnerability. A lone figure slumps near a vintage biplane on a desolate airfield, suggesting contemplation, exhaustion, or the passage of lost opportunity. The figure’s features remain indistinct, rendered in deep blues and purples that contrast with the pale, muted tones of the surrounding earth and sky, creating an atmosphere of melancholy and reflection.
The airplane, weathered and softly defined, becomes both a symbol and a backdrop: a representation of ambition, freedom, or unfulfilled dreams. The vast, empty landscape amplifies the sense of isolation, with rough textures and subtle tonal shifts conveying a dreamlike, memory-tinged quality. The scene is not literal but expressive — Shulman emphasizes emotion and mood over precise realism.
Executed in traditional oil techniques with brushes and palette knife on high-quality linen canvas, the painting combines impasto and loose, gestural strokes to enhance its emotive impact. While the original has been sold, collectors can obtain master copies or prints, carefully packaged and shipped worldwide. The work exemplifies Shulman's skill at conveying internal states through landscape and figure, inviting viewers to reflect on the delicate intersection of human aspiration, fear and the passage of time.
Dimensions & Technique
Created in 2017, Professional Fear is original oil on 100% linen canvas by Igor Shulman. The subject of this work is Landscapes, sea and sky. The artwork measures 55 x 80 cm (21.65 x 31.5 in). This work is landscape oriented.
| Medium | Original oil on 100% linen canvas |
|---|---|
| Size (cm) | 55 x 80 cm |
| Size (inches) | 21.65 x 31.5 in |
| Orientation | Landscape |
| Style | Expressive and gestural |
| Subject | Landscapes, sea and sky |
| Year | 2017 |
| Signature | Signed by Igor Shulman, with certificate of authenticity |
This artwork belongs to the People category and highlights themes such as Airfield, Expressive, Figure, Gestural, Landscape, Melancholy, Memory, Reflection, Solitude, Vintage Plane. Original oil on 100% linen canvas, signed by the artist and delivered with a certificate of authenticity. Worldwide shipping, safe packaging, and framing available upon request. Each artwork is carefully prepared for delivery. Igor Shulman has been painting professionally for more than 30 years, ensuring both artistic quality and lasting materials. Every artwork is shipped with care and comes with a handwritten certificate of origin.
Where This Artwork Is Now
This painting "Professional Fear" has found its new home at the following location:
Frequently Asked Questions about Professional Fear
Is Professional Fear an original artwork?
Yes, this work is Original oil on 100% linen canvas by Igor Shulman, signed by the artist.
What are the details of this artwork?
Size: 80 x 55 cm. Style: Expressive and gestural. Subject: Landscapes, sea and sky. Year: 2017. Medium: Original oil on 100% linen canvas.
Does Professional Fear come framed?
Paintings are shipped rolled in a protective tube. Stretching and framing are available upon request.
Do you ship worldwide?
Yes, we deliver worldwide with secure, insured shipping. Delivery times vary by country.
Can I return Professional Fear if it doesn’t fit my space?
We offer a 14-day return policy. If the artwork doesn’t meet your expectations, you may return it in original condition.
Are custom artworks or commissions currently available?
At the moment, Igor Shulman is not accepting commissions or custom artwork requests due to health reasons.
Why Collectors Choose Igor Shulman’s Art
- Original hand-painted artwork
- Signed by the artist
- Certificate of authenticity included
- Premium 100% linen canvas with UV protection
- Secure worldwide shipping
What Collectors Say
Our collectors from around the world share their impressions of Igor Shulman’s art. Read all testimonials
Can’t wait for it to be stretched , then but original
Just beautiful
We love Igor's art and they way he cares about his customers. Igor gives the feeling that he appreciates where his art ends up - in this case in Australia. He is such a talent.
Well done
About the Artist – Igor Shulman
Igor Shulman is a contemporary painter known for his emotional, figurative and impressionistic oil paintings. His works are collected worldwide and celebrated for their honesty, intimacy, and technique.
Over the past three decades, Shulman has created a distinctive artistic voice, exploring themes of human relationships, solitude and emotional tension. His works are part of private collections across Europe, the United States and Asia.
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