Nomeda Balasevičiūtė was born in Kaunas, Lithuania, and has remained there throughout her life. Her love for the arts blossomed during her childhood, as she attended a local music school before enrolling at the M. Martinaitis Art School. Early on, Nomeda aspired to illustrate children's books, a dream she would ultimately achieve.
Nomeda graduated from the Vilnius Academy of Arts (formerly the State Art Institute of Lithuania) in 1988. Soon after, she started her career as an illustrator for "Genys" magazine and the children's newspaper "Tukas." Motivated by the wish to connect with young readers, she created a newspaper for her daughter Jūratė and her friends, calling it "Pepė." This initiative grew into a magazine and paved the way for the publication of Nomeda's own children's books, many of which she both wrote and illustrated.
Nomeda Balasevičiūtė teached design at Kaunas College, an institution that offers higher education in areas such as technology, social sciences, biomedicine, humanities, and the arts. Through her instruction, she contributes to the cultivation of a new generation of creative talent in Lithuania.
Nomeda is presently devoted to oil painting, where the hallmarks of her illustration background are frequently evident in her work. Alongside her painting, she delves into other creative pursuits, including sculpture, transforming recyclable materials through inventive “constructive conversations” to produce singular pieces of art.
About this artwork+
In the painting, a still life arrangement is presented on a patterned tile countertop. The scene is characterized by a vibrant contrast and interplay of colors and textures. Central to the composition are three bell peppers; one intact with a rich crimson color, and two halved with a pale yellow hue exposing their seed-filled cores. To the right, the peppers are complemented by a loosely draped white cloth with elegant folds, adding a soft textural element to the visual array. Behind the peppers, a tall, dark wine glass stands, holding a small bunch of delicate white flowers, which adds a touch of organic delicacy against the rigid glass. The background features geometric blue and beige tiles, contributing a structured, almost Cubist feel to the work. The entire composition is bathed in a gentle yet complex light, enhancing the depth and richness of colors.
