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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.
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The painting "Summer Autumn II" by Rūta Levulienė is a vibrant, textural depiction that captures the transitional essence of changing seasons. The artwork is dominated by an expanse of what appears to be a dense thicket of foliage and branches, interpreted with brisk, impasto strokes of white, blue, gray, and hints of yellow and green. These colors suggest the fading vitality of flora as summer gives way to autumn. The composition is chaotic yet harmonious, with dynamic lines and patches of color creating a sense of movement and natural rhythm, reminiscent of swirling winds coursing through a forest. Small, bright blue accents, possibly representing the sky or rare blooms, punctuate the otherwise earthy and muted palette, contributing a lively contrast. This piece conveys a cool, almost crisp atmosphere, suggesting the chill that begins to infuse the air as seasons change. The use of texture and a limited yet impactful color scheme evoke a tangible sense of the ephemeral beauty and melancholy associated with the end of summer and the onset of autumn.
