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Laura Aitmanė was born in 1987. She followed her passion for architecture, graduating in 2010 from the Kaunas Faculty of Arts at the Vilnius Academy of Arts, and again in 2012 from the Kaunas University of Technology, specializing in architecture on both occasions.
Nature is Laura Aitmanė’s primary source of inspiration. Her artistic pursuits are closely connected to landscapes, flowers, and animals. She delights in bird watching and takes particular interest in Lithuania’s wild plants, which often appear as motifs in her creations.
Aitmanė’s unique style features expressive, at times slightly rough, brushstrokes. This method enables her to portray nature in a way that avoids both clichés and excessive sentimentality, infusing her paintings with authenticity and vitality.
Since 2020, Laura Aitmanė has been exhibiting her works in solo shows. Through these exhibitions, she continues to investigate and present her fascination with the patterns and beauty found in nature.
About this artwork+
This painting, "Survival" by Laura Aitmanė, depicts a scene with wolves. A large, fierce wolf stands in the foreground. Its eyes are bright, almost glowing, creating a sense of intensity. Behind it, other wolves follow, their outlines fading into the darkness. The scene takes place at night under a full moon. The sky is dark, and the moonlight casts shadows on the ground. The background shows a dense forest, adding to the mystery. Laura uses a monochrome palette. The black and white contrast enhances the drama. The brushstrokes are soft, giving a sense of movement and life to the wolves. This style emphasizes the wilderness and survival instincts. The painting feels alive, with an air of tension and urgency. It's both beautiful and haunting.
