Artwork in the room
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 painting, a large pear, sliced open, dominantly occupies the center. Inside the pear, two small human figures sit nestled within intricate swirls and patterns that mimic the pear's flesh. One figure appears contemplative, looking outward, while the other looks down, seemingly introspective. They are surrounded by rich hues of red and pink, suggesting a soft, flesh-like interior. To the right, a potted plant with fine, detailed leaves brings a contrast of green against the pear's warm tones, adding a touch of life and vitality. The background is filled with deep reds and blues, creating an almost dreamlike atmosphere, with a sphere that might be a moon or distant planet peeking through the shades at the top left corner. The overall composition evokes a sense of fantasy and surreal intimacy within a natural, yet mystically transformed, setting.
