"Village Get-together" (1999) by Lidia Kozlova is a painting that feels like a big, warm hug. It shows a room full of neighbors and friends simply enjoying their time together. There is laughter in the air, and the room feels cozy, with everyone sitting close together like a family. It is the kind of evening where the whole village finds a reason to celebrate, even without a special occasion. Just people enjoying each other's company, sharing stories and smiles. 

    Kozlova's painting reminds us of the good old days when people would just drop by to say hello and end up staying for dinner. The colors are bright, strong, and cheerful, and it feels like you are there, part of the laughter and conversations. It is a simple, happy scene that feels familiar to everyone, a reminder of how beautiful it is to spend time with others. This painting is like a story that doesn't need big words because the joy and togetherness it shows is something everyone understands. 

    Lidia Kozlova uniquely combines the vivid traditions of Jewish Hasidic with naive Russian painting. Her works captivate with their lively and intense colors. She often depicts scenes of simple rural life and symbolic representations of people through characteristic clothing or colors.