Šarūnas Šarkauskas, born in 1967 in Kaunas, began developing his artistic abilities at a local four-year art school. Although his subsequent efforts to obtain a formal art education were unsuccessful, painting has continued to be a steadfast and lifelong pursuit for him.
Šarkauskas has held exhibitions in both Vilnius and Kaunas over the course of his career, consistently attracting the interest of attendees. His shows are seen as successful, with visitors drawn in by the unique style and vibrancy present in his art.
The artist himself openly discusses his complicated bond with painting, jokingly stating, "I tried to escape from painting, but it keeps catching up with me." This remark captures the abiding and passionate tie he has to his artistic work.
Museologist Audronė Meškauskaitė has characterized Šarkauskas’ paintings as exuberant with color, marked by bright, joyful contrasts. In her view, his clear and transparent brushstrokes impart a sense of lightness and balance, allowing the elements of his compositions to come together in an unexpectedly harmonious way.
About this artwork+
This painting shows a bright and vivid cluster of roses in a vase. The colors are rich and textured, with yellows, reds, and pinks. Some greens and blues subtly add depth. The flowers spill over the top of a reflective, curvilinear vase. The background is muted, with hints of a table and perhaps a wall. Šarūnas Šarkauskas uses thick impasto technique here. This style involves layering paint thickly so it stands out from the surface. It adds a dynamic, almost sculptural quality to the flowers. The technique makes the roses seem lively and almost in motion. Šarkauskas's work often features bold, expressive colors and textures, which give his subjects a vibrant, energetic feel. This painting, "Roses II", is a beautiful example of his artistic approach.
