The times that bind 2013

"The times that bind" (2013) by Timur Akhriev (b. 1983) is a realist painting that depicts two figures standing on a boat, looking out at a choppy sea. The painting conveys a sense of isolation and solitude, as the figures are dwarfed by the vastness of the ocean. The use of muted colors and textured brushstrokes adds to the painting's atmosphere of realism and tranquility, inviting viewers to consider the relationship between humanity and nature. The painting's title suggests that the figures are bound together by their shared experiences at sea.