Yolkin loves to experiment. In the beginning of his career, the artist concentrated on modern themes to which he brought boldness, originality and decorative elegance. The artist was greatly interested in working with pre-Christian, pagan Russia themes. In the scene Yolkin gives a historically correct panorama of pre revolutionary Kholui with its Trinity Cathedral and merchant canopies. These were put up in Kholui during its famous fairs.
Vegetation is portrayed in the manner of popular prints of the times.
A combination of red, ochre and turquoise dominates Yolkin's color palette. Yelkin is known to change his manner of painting by introducing new elements and using new techniques. The artist constantly experiments with new styles. The artist often implements a technique of painting known as plav. Youlkin's has a great sense of humor.