Miglė Kosinskaitė (b. 1965, Vilnius, Lithuania) is a renowned painter currently residing and working in Kaunas, Lithuania. She graduated from the Painting Department of the Vilnius Academy of Arts in 1989. Her professional recognition was further established when she joined the Lithuanian Artists’ Association in 2001.
Kosinskaitė’s works have been showcased not only in Lithuania but also abroad, with solo exhibitions in the Netherlands, Russia, Ukraine, and Sweden. These international exhibitions have brought her art to a broad audience, underscoring her role in the European contemporary art landscape.
Her paintings are noted for their realistic depictions of people and animals, frequently set against geometric patterns and surreal elements. By combining these aspects, she creates a compelling visual language that fuses realism with surrealism, encouraging viewers to enter her creative universe. The prominent use of bold shapes and motifs further enhances the distinctive mood of her pieces.
Theatricality features strongly in Kosinskaitė’s works, where images of masks and costumes are commonly found. She persistently examines themes of femininity, conveying sensuality, romance, and emotional richness. Through such themes, her paintings achieve both visual allure and intellectual depth.
About this artwork+
This painting by Miglė Kosinskaitė, named "Hello world 5," features a striking portrait of a figure. The subject has a thoughtful expression with detailed eyes that seem to hold a deep gaze. The skin is depicted with subtle gradations of tone that give it a soft, realistic texture. The background is simple, using soft horizontal bands of color that help to focus attention on the figure. An orange halo-like circle frames the subject's head, adding a unique, almost celestial quality to the portrayal. Miglė Kosinskaitė's style in this work blends realism with elements of abstraction. The use of color and light in a minimalist way highlights her skill in creating a powerful emotional impact through subtle artistic choices. Her work often explores the depths of human expression, and this painting is a testament to that focus.
