Dina Jankauskienė is an artist located in Kaunas, Lithuania, the city of her birth and where she continues to reside. Since childhood, drawing and painting have captivated her, forming the foundation of her creative path. For Dina, painting is an indispensable part of life, and her works reveal a deeply personal connection to her environment and experiences.
Floral subjects, architectural elements, and abstract forms are prominent throughout Dina’s oeuvre. She also finds pleasure in delving into the complexities of portraiture, frequently experimenting with various styles and techniques within this genre. Her paintings are distinguished by bright, vibrant colors that infuse each piece with energy and presence. These bold hues are often balanced with gentle pastels, resulting in a lively visual contrast that animates her work.
Though many of her florals and landscapes are rendered with realism, Dina’s painting style is unmistakably impressionistic. Her brushstrokes, swift but deliberate, convey both motion and feeling while preserving distinct forms. Through this method, her subjects—particularly flowers—seem bursting with life and immediacy, leaving a strong visual and emotional impression on viewers.
Dina Jankauskienė has presented her art at numerous exhibitions in Lithuania as well as in Hagen, Germany. Her pieces have been acquired by collectors and enthusiasts in the USA, Iceland, Norway, England, and Germany, underscoring the widespread resonance and appeal of her art.
About this artwork+
This painting, titled "Forget-me-nots," is a vibrant, textured work by Dina Jankauskienė. The focus is on a large bouquet of blue forget-me-nots densely packed in a pale blue vase. The flowers overflow from the vase, creating a lively, full appearance. The artist uses thick, bold strokes of paint which give the piece a dynamic, almost three-dimensional feel. Shades of blue dominate, with touches of yellow, red, and green peeking through, adding depth and contrast. The background is subtle, composed of muted gray hues that highlight the vivid colors of the flowers. Dina Jankauskienė's style in this particular piece showcases her skill with impasto technique, where paint is applied heavily to create texture. Each stroke is visible and adds to the overall vibrancy of the piece. The painting expresses a joyful and exuberant energy, celebrating the simple beauty of nature through color and texture.
