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Natalie Levkovska is a gifted Lithuanian painter and illustrator whose experience in the arts is both varied and rich. Her journey began at the Abramtsevo College of Applied Arts, where she completed a degree in stone, bone, and wood processing in 1995. Levkovska went on to broaden her artistic horizons at the Vilnius Academy of Arts, graduating in 1999 with a degree in costume design. Early in her career, she worked as a costume designer for the film industry and later as a fur designer, showcasing her adaptability and mastery across multiple creative sectors.
In 2006, Natalie Levkovska started a notably new phase of her life when she moved to London. While working in a design studio, she began exploring oil painting, experimenting with fresh techniques and forms of creative expression. This transition marked the origin of her path as a visual artist, blending traditional skills with the inventive energy of modern painting.
Levkovska’s work stands out for its poetic simplicity, influenced by both surrealism and naive art. Her distinct approach is anchored in magic realism, presenting ordinary subjects with a whimsical sense of humor and a touch of self-irony. Through her paintings, she aims to uncover and display the magical essence hidden within daily life, inviting viewers to perceive the world with curiosity and playfulness.
Over the course of her career, Natalie Levkovska has presented 21 solo exhibitions and has been an active participant in numerous painting and drawing events. Her art has drawn the interest of collectors and art lovers alike, with many of her pieces now found in private collections. Levkovska’s commitment to her practice and her unmistakable artistic perspective have established her as a significant figure in contemporary art.
About this artwork+
The painting depicts a woman reclining partially on a dark, reflective surface, suggesting water or a mirrored floor. She rests on her right arm, her body twisted slightly to the side, allowing a full view of her torso. The woman's left leg is bent at the knee, raised slightly, while her right leg stretches out more softly, draping over the edge of the reflective surface. She wears a pink bottom, contrasting with the muted, mostly grayscale tones of the scene. Her face is marked by a somber or introspective expression, gazing downward towards her body. The artist uses delicate lines and shading to render her features, adding a softness to her contemplative demeanor. The background and the surface she lies on are loosely defined, with broad, expressive brushstrokes in gray, emphasizing a sense of unfinished abstraction that frames the realism of her figure. The reflection on the surface adds a layer of depth, hinting at both the physical and metaphorical reflective qualities of the image.
