Rūta Burbulė is a Lithuanian artist whose relationship with art has been enduring since her early years. She is a graduate of both the Vilnius Justinas Vienožinskis Art School and the highly regarded National M.K. Čiurlionis Art Gymnasium, where she specialized in painting. Later, Rūta completed her master’s thesis in Art Education, and for over ten years, she has been imparting her knowledge as a teacher in a range of public and private institutions.
It was fifteen years ago that Rūta came upon silk painting quite unexpectedly. Her initial experiment—painting a small scarf—soon turned into a passionate pursuit that continues to be at the core of her creative practice. The act of painting on silk brings her both relaxation and space for experimentation, as every piece is guided by her curiosity and innovative spirit. Through the years, she has created diverse silk artworks, such as accessories, scarves, shawls, ties, dresses, curtains, and expansive paintings, unveiling several distinctive collections of garments painted on silk.
Beyond her artistic abilities, Rūta Burbulė is also recognized for her influence within Lithuania’s silk painting community. She led the Lithuanian Silk Painting Association as its President from 2015 to 2018 and continues to participate actively as a member. Among her accomplishments is a win at the International Silk Painting Competition in France, underscoring her dedication and international standing in the field.
Besides her roles as an artist and teacher, Rūta is involved in a variety of artistic initiatives, performances, and exhibitions. She has mounted eight solo exhibitions and taken part in more than twenty group shows. Today, she pursues her artistic endeavors at the Druskininkai Craft Centre "Menų kalvė", where she remains fully engaged in creative projects and community involvement.
About this artwork+
The painting depicts a serene aquatic scene, with several herrings suspended in the water. These fish, rendered in shades of gray and silver, display intricate patterns across their bodies, suggesting light reflecting off their scales. The background is a blend of blue hues, gradating from a lighter sky blue at the top to deeper marine blues below, creating a tranquil underwater environment. Tall, slender reeds in vibrant shades of green vertically intersect the composition, adding a dynamic contrast to the horizontal layout of the fish. The interplay of cool blues and greens evokes a feeling of calmness and depth, as if one is gazing into a quiet, sunlit section of the sea.
