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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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In the painting, four figures are depicted within a lush, verdant forest setting. They stand side-by-side, facing away from the viewer, which allows only their backs to be seen. The figures are painted with soft, unclear outlines that blend subtly with their surroundings, suggesting perhaps a mystical or ethereal quality. Their skin tones vary subtly, integrating natural hues that echo the forest colors—hints of browns, greens, and the pale tones of light filtering through trees. The forest around them is rendered with loose brush strokes and different shades of green intermingled with browns and spots of bright colors, possibly flowers or smaller plants, which add a touch of vibrancy to the scene. The sense of depth is created by lighter colors in the background and darker hues in the forefront, contributing to a feeling of being enveloped by the woods. Overall, the composition evokes a serene and almost spiritual connection between the human figures and the nature surrounding them, intertwined in a moment of peaceful coexistence.
