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Rūta Levulienė is an artist whose paintings investigate the connections among the environment, nature, and people. In her work, she addresses themes of fresh air and the vital bond linking humanity to the natural world. Drawing on motifs from a distilled reality and utilizing sources such as photographs, internet imagery, and video materials, she weaves intricate and meaningful dialogues between humans and nature.
In her creative process, Levulienė combines elements of fragmentation and unity within these relationships. Frequently, her compositions feature fragmented spaces and figures, highlighting the apparent separation between humans and nature. At other times, she leans towards depicting more peaceful and solid spaces that evoke a sense of harmony and calm. This interplay is characteristic of her style, balancing dynamic energy with tranquil moments.
Her painting technique is just as expressive, making use of both thick, pastose brushstrokes and delicate, thin layers of paint. Levulienė often rubs pigment into the canvas, resulting in a tactile surface that recalls the invigorating feeling of fresh air. Through this sensory approach, her works convey rejuvenation and visually depict emotional renewal—what she refers to as refreshment for the soul.
Rūta Levulienė's art has been shown in Lithuania, Ireland, Norway, and the United States. She has presented nine solo exhibitions, participated in twenty group shows, and joined eight plein air painting events, underscoring her active presence within both local and international art communities.
About this artwork+
The painting depicts a vibrant, abstract nature scene split into two panels. The left panel features hints of a clear, bright blue sky and delicate white blooms, likely indicative of early summer. The foliage is rendered in an explosive manner with white and gray tones dominating, interspersed with streaks of blue and sporadic bursts of warmer hues suggesting flowers or leaves. The branches are thin and appear almost fragile, painted in dark, sweeping lines that create a stark contrast against the lighter background. The right panel continues the theme but shifts toward the colors of autumn. The sky is less visible here, and the palette embraces a broader range of colors including yellows, greens, browns, and touches of red, resembling the transformation of nature in the fall. The application of paint is dynamic and thick, giving a textured effect. Splashes of color suggest leaves caught in a brisk wind, and the overall composition feels denser, packed with the chaotic energy of a natural landscape transitioning into a cooler season. Both panels together capture the ephemeral beauty of changing seasons, expressed through a flurry of brushstrokes and an energetic abstraction.
