Aistė Jurgilaitė is a contemporary artist who works primarily with painting, favoring acrylics applied to canvas stretched over a wooden frame. She notes that acrylic paint suits the rhythm and temperament of her creative process: it dries swiftly, holds onto texture, preserves vibrancy, and accommodates both translucent and opaque layers. This flexibility allows her to investigate a broad spectrum of moods and atmospheres throughout her art.
Color is at the heart of Jurgilaitė’s creative approach. She is captivated by the expressive possibilities that colors offer—their vividness or softness, their ability to elicit calm or unrest, and the dynamic balance between light and shadow. By skillfully handling color, Jurgilaitė strives to express intricate emotions and depict the myriad ways the world may be experienced, employing paint as an instrument for both technique and spirit.
Although her paintings are abstract, they frequently suggest recognizable forms whose outlines dissolve into abstraction, alluding to a reality that is fleeting. This method, for Jurgilaitė, reflects the impermanence and delicacy of life, as well as our link to an infinite, ageless existence. Personal imagery intertwines with existential questions, with calligraphic elements emerging from the depths of color—silent markers of human consciousness and soul—prompting viewers to see their own experiences reflected even as the mystery of the canvas remains intact.
The foundation of Jurgilaitė’s work lies in harmony and light. Whether she portrays scenes from nature, moments of human connection, or pure abstractions, she imbues each with a sense of wonder, gentle illumination, and shifting, colorful impressions of reality. Through her art, she inspires others to foster inner light, remain mindful through life’s challenges, and seek balance in all things. Jurgilaitė’s paintings have found acclaim in Lithuania as well as in France, and she has taken part in numerous renowned exhibitions and biennials.
About this artwork+
The painting features a large, dominating sphere centered on the canvas, rendered in a palette of blues that range from pale ice to deep navy. This sphere is intersected by a swath of other warm hues such as amber, orange, and touches of red, creating an effect of a bold, almost glowing presence that contrasts with the cooler tones. Surrounding and partly overlaying this central circular form are patches and strokes of neutral shades, including whites and soft greys, suggesting depth and perhaps the illusion of translucence or mistiness. The background hosts layers of various abstract elements and subtle textural details, subtly incorporating what appear to be architectural forms or possibly symbolic icons, all softened and blended into the composition through a similar color scheme. The overall effect is ethereal and introspective, inviting viewers to delve into the layers and explore the 'secret truths' the title suggests could be hidden within the visual depths of the painting.
