Aurelija Kairytė Smolianskienė is a painter whose artwork has been featured in numerous local exhibitions throughout Lithuania. She adeptly merges watercolour and oil on canvas, delving into the dynamic relationship between these two mediums to craft vibrant and harmonious compositions. By making deliberate choices in materials, she is able to experiment with both translucency and texture, producing paintings that capture delicate nuances of colour and form.
Residing on an animal farm nestled within the Lithuanian countryside, Aurelija is constantly surrounded by unspoiled forests and tranquil velvet lakes that inspire her artistic vision each day. The magical landscape and its wealth of natural beauty frequently appear as repeating motifs in her paintings. Moreover, local folk legends and the fantasies sparked by them nurture her imagination, playing a significant role in shaping her visual narratives.
Drawing extensively on her own experiences and emotions, Aurelija’s work remains deeply personal while also resonating with a wider audience. As an artist whose roots are grounded in rural Lithuania, she recognizes that her imagery defies straightforward interpretation, weaving together passing recollections, regional myths, and silent dreams. This sense of mystery encourages viewers to engage with her art through their own individual perspectives.
Academically trained in the arts, she completed her studies at the National School of Art. In 2008, Aurelija earned a Master of Arts degree from the Vilnius Academy of Arts in Lithuania, a significant achievement that has further fostered her development as an artist.
About this artwork+
In the dreamlike expanse of the painting, a figure lies blissfully asleep under a whimsical, moonlit sky. The scene is infused with light washes of blue and purple, creating a serene, almost ethereal mood. The figure itself, depicted with delicate details, appears tranquil and at ease, embraced by the gentle folds of a brightly patterned blanket adorned with vivid colors and intricate details, suggesting a tapestry of rich, floral designs. Above the slumbering figure, the sky swirls with soft purple clouds amongst which a small, stylized moon presides with a presence that feels both guardian and mystic. Dotting this nocturnal canvas are small, autumnal leaves that drift peacefully across the sky, implying a wind unseen. Their colors of deep red and orange provide a stark contrast to the cool tones of the background, adding vibrancy and a touch of the whimsical to the quiet night scene. The fluidity of the watercolors lends a sense of impermanence and fleeting moments captured, emphasizing the transient beauty of a night wrapped in dreams.
