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Rima Rusinova was born in Vilnius in 1959. From an early age, she displayed a keen interest in drawing, which set her on a creative course during her childhood. This enthusiasm prompted her to seek formal training in art within her native city.
She completed her studies at the Vienožinskis art school in Vilnius in 1981, graduating after a four-year program. While at the school, she studied under the guidance of prominent artists such as A. Švėgžda and I. Piekuras, whose mentorship greatly influenced her artistic growth and skill.
Rima Rusinova’s work is primarily focused on landscapes, still lifes, and portraits. She is particularly drawn to depicting people and nature, regarding them as inseparable themes. Through her distinctive outlook, she conveys what matters most to her, frequently weaving motifs from her beloved Vilnius into her artwork to reflect her strong bond with the city.
Active in the art world since 1995, she has held 13 solo exhibitions and has contributed to numerous group shows. In 2013, she became a member of LTS, and in 2016, she was officially recognized as an art creator by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Lithuania, in acknowledgment of her achievements in Lithuanian art.
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The painting "February" depicts a serene, snow-covered landscape under a clear blue sky. In the foreground, there's a winding pathway made by footprints or a sled, its indigo shadows contrasting with the bright white snow. On the right side of the path stands a slender, bare tree, its branches reaching upwards, devoid of leaves, indicating the cold winter season. Beside it, vegetation with red and orange hues peeks through the snow, adding a splash of warmth to the chilly scene. To the left, a dense clump of evergreen trees dominates, their dark green tones providing a rich contrast to the surrounding snow and the clear sky above. These trees, full and robust, act as guardians of the winter stillness, towering over the landscape with a calming presence. In the distance, hints of a frozen lake or river and more rolling hills continue under the expanse of the crisp winter sky. The entire scene is imbued with a sense of peace and the quiet beauty of winter.
