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Daiva Staškevičienė, born in 1968 in Vilnius, is a Lithuanian artist known for her detailed and imaginative work.
Daiva Staškevičienė’s artistic journey began in childhood and later continued through formal studies, culminating in a Master’s degree in Graphic Art at the Vilnius Academy of Arts. Having studied under the prominent Lithuanian graphic artist Leonas Lagauskas, her work is grounded in precision, structure, and strong composition.
Her graphic work is highly detailed, yet it goes beyond technical skill. Carefully constructed scenes open into a symbolic, subtly surreal world, where elements drawn from imagination, nature, and folklore emerge gradually. Each work reveals new layers over time.
Alongside printmaking, she has developed a strong painting practice. Working in oil, Staškevičienė employs the glazing technique, building her images through thin, translucent layers to create a rich sense of materiality. Her figures—faces that do not represent specific individuals—feel timeless and slightly mythical. Set against nearly flat, undefined backgrounds, they seem to float between surface and space.
Her work connects to the ideas of André Breton, who described surrealism as a meeting point between dream and reality. In her work, this connection appears gently, creating images that feel both familiar and subtly uncanny.
Graphic works are produced in limited editions, while paintings are unique pieces, making them especially valued by collectors.
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The painting "Light of Hope" by Daiva Staškevičienė is intriguing. It shows a woman’s profile. Her eyes are closed, suggesting peace or contemplation. She wears an ornate helmet. This helmet is unique, resembling a mix of organic and mechanical forms. It has gears and an eye on a stalk, adding mystery. The colors are warm and vivid. They blend well, creating harmony. The background has stripes in muted tones. These stripes provide contrast and focus attention on the figure. Staškevičienė uses a surreal style. Her work often blends fantasy and reality. This piece feels both modern and timeless. It evokes curiosity and wonder.
