The watercolor "Autumn Motive" by Jury and Irina Gretsky from 1990 shows an autumn landscape that impresses with its warm colors and detailed depiction of nature. In the foreground, you can see felled logs and a stream flowing through the picture. The middle ground is dominated by a clearing surrounded by bare trees. In the background, slightly elevated and surrounded by trees, stands a small chapel. 

    The chapel in the middle of the picture could be more than just a picturesque detail. It could be interpreted as a symbol of hope and new beginnings, especially considering that the artists actually planned and built their own wooden chapel. The positioning of the chapel on a hill, surrounded by bare trees, enhances its presence and significance in the picture. 

    The contrast between the calm, almost melancholic autumn landscape and the simple yet prominent chapel draws the viewer's attention to this central element. The chapel thus hints at the personal project and the desire of Jury and Irina to create a place of peace and faith.