Artwork in the room
Marius Strolia is a celebrated Lithuanian artist renowned for his vibrant and versatile creative approach. He has been a member of the Lithuanian Artists' Union since 1999 and joined the "Individualists" painters’ section in 2016. His artistic oeuvre encompasses a broad spectrum of media—painting, printmaking, sculpture, assemblage, collage, installation, and photography—all demonstrating his relentless pursuit of fresh forms and techniques.
Strolia’s works are frequently on display not only in established galleries but also in alternative venues such as shops, parks, and hotels. He actively participates in international land art exhibitions and plein air events, emphasizing his receptiveness to varied settings and audiences. By engaging with these diverse platforms, he brings art into unexpected everyday contexts and connects with viewers in novel ways.
Well known for the creative variability that distinguishes his techniques and modes of expression, Strolia often experiments with innovative formats and is continuously refining his artistic approach. His inspiration is deeply rooted in the complex, evolving interplay between nature and humankind. This is reflected in the scope of his themes, ranging from landscapes and abstractions to series focused on the human figure, each illustrating the ongoing evolution of his artistic pursuits.
His enduring fascination with mythological themes has its origins in his sustained interest in the archaeomythological research of Professor Maria Gimbutiene. This influence is clearly seen in his use of mythological imagery and references to ancient Neolithic goddess sculptures. Strolia’s work has been showcased in international exhibitions across Bulgaria, Poland, Germany, and Italy, and is held in private collections in Lithuania, Poland, Japan, Germany, and the Czech Republic.
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The artwork is a mesmerizing interplay of blues and purples, dotted with pockets of white that resemble distant stars or galaxies. The entire composition is a universe onto itself, filled with circular forms of varying sizes that could pass for planets or celestial bodies immersed in a cosmic sea. These forms display intricate patterns, some speckled with dots, others showing complex latticework akin to orbital paths or geographic contours of imaginary planets. Ethereal veils of lighter blues and lavender hues blend into darker shades, creating an illusion of depth and vastness. Thin lines, possibly suggesting trajectories or cosmic rays, intersect and connect these orbs, imbuing the canvas with a sense of motion and interconnectivity. The overlays and transparency effects among the circles and background evoke a feeling of immersion into a nebulous and dynamic space, where both minute details and vast expanses coexist and communicate the mysteries of the cosmos.
