Life path and artistic inspiration of Ivan Ilko

March 1, 1998. Transcarpathian State Television and Radio Company. The artistic program "Colors of the Fatherland", the issue is dedicated to the Honored Artist of Ukraine Ivan Ilko, his work and life path on the eve of his 60th birthday.

In the frame, Ivan Ilko conducts a monologue about his work in a workshop in Uzhhorod, where his works of art are presented. The artist expresses his philosophical vision of life, talks about his teachers, their contribution to his development as an artist and the advice they gave him. Remembers childhood and shares warm memories of mentors. The artist talks about the controversy with Yosyp Bokshai regarding the form of writing paintings. He remembers his life, what he managed to achieve, recognition and fame, as well as what they mean for the artist. Raises the question of what is the most difficult thing in creativity.

In the video: the village of Dulovo, Zakarpattia region, the artist's parents' house. Ivan Ilko's workshop in Uzhhorod, his works of art. An artist in his village, together with his mother, near the church.