Artwork in the room
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.
About this artwork+
The painting depicts a collection of toys arranged as if posing for a group portrait. In the center, there is a young girl with blonde, curly hair, dressed in a vivid red dress with blue accents. She is seated and surrounded by various stuffed animals and toys. To her left is a large, dark brown teddy bear with a red bow around its neck, and a smaller, beige puppy. In her lap, she holds a small pink teddy bear. To the right of the girl is a large, cream-colored teddy bear with a gentle, smiling face and a blue scarf tied around its neck. Next to this bear is a toy figure of a boy wearing a green shirt, blue pants, and a safety helmet, possibly depicting a construction worker. Beside him is a bright yellow rubber duck. At the very front, there are two apples, one red and one green, seemingly part of the assembly of toys. The background is filled with a pattern of red hearts of various shades, creating a warm and affectionate atmosphere around the assembly of toys.
