Born and raised in Darbėnai, a town situated in the Žemaitija region, Irena Jasiūnienė is an artist who has spent over thirty years living and working in Panevėžys, which she now considers her home.
In recent years, Irena Jasiūnienė has dedicated more and more of her attention and energy to painting. Much of her inspiration arises from her immediate environment—nature, the nearby landscapes, and the various locations she has visited both within Lithuania and abroad during her travels.
The artist has a particular affinity for depicting reality as she perceives it, favouring subjects that feel natural and familiar. Landscapes and still lifes, therefore, remain among her preferred genres. Through them, she seeks to convey a vision of the world that is authentic and accessible.
Liveliness, vibrant colour, and a sense of authenticity are qualities Irena Jasiūnienė consistently strives for in her art. She seeks to produce paintings that exude positivity and inspire uplifting emotions in those who view them, believing that art should engage both the eye and the heart.
About this artwork+
The painting displays a lush bouquet of poppies in a variety of rich colors including deep reds, bright oranges, and subtle pinks, bursting from a clear, reflective glass vase. The poppies are painted with vibrant, loose brush strokes, giving them a lively, dynamic appearance. Fresh green foliage peeks out from between the flowers, adding a touch of natural vibrancy. Soft light casts gentle shadows and highlights on the petals and leaves, enhancing the three-dimensional effect. The background is a deep, muted blue, providing a stark contrast that makes the colors of the flowers pop even more vividly. A few petals appear to have fallen onto the wooden surface below the vase, suggesting the fleeting nature of the flowers' beauty.
