Sergejus Želobčastas is an architect who has also cultivated his artistic abilities in various forms of painting, drawing, and graphic art. He demonstrates an impressive versatility, employing a wide array of materials and techniques—including oil paints, relief paste, the palette knife, acrylics, dry brush, synthetic canvas, and technical fabrics. Through this eclectic use of mediums and methods, he produces works that bridge both classic and contemporary artistic traditions.
His artistic repertoire encompasses several distinct styles, such as decorative painting, modernism, and abstractionism. Noted for his adaptability and willingness to experiment, Želobčastas consistently explores new genres. His dedication to working in varied styles reflects his commitment to continual innovation and the ongoing evolution of his creative practice.
Želobčastas’s professional journey is marked by a relentless pursuit of artistic exploration, a quest he regards as integral to his way of life. This sense of ongoing discovery is evident in the singular and dynamic character of his artwork, frequently imbued with movement and transition. His openness to new concepts and forms has enabled him to continually maintain a fresh and original perspective in his artistic career.
Sergejus Želobčastas’s art has appeared in numerous exhibitions, such as those held at Galerie Philippe Arman (Paris, 1995), Galerie Jean Moro (Brussels, 1995), Art Agents Gallery (Hamburg), and Vilniaus Pamėnkalnio galerija (Vilnius). His pieces have also entered collections in the United States, Japan, France, Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Norway, and Lithuania, which demonstrates the wide international recognition of his artistic accomplishments.
About this artwork+
The painting depicts a lively urban scene on a bridge crowded with various people engaged in different activities. The skyline features a row of modern skyscrapers under a soft blue sky blended with hints of pink, suggesting either dawn or dusk. A solitary hot air balloon, adorned in shades of orange and yellow, drifts peacefully in the sky to the left. On the bridge, the figures are portrayed in silhouette, but two individuals in the foreground stand out due to their colored clothing—a man in a bright yellow shirt and another in orange pants. The other figures include cyclists and pedestrians, some of whom are taking photographs, while others seem to be merely crossing the bridge or pausing to lean on the railing, perhaps enjoying the view. The setting conveys a sense of routine urban life, yet the painting is imbued with a serene quality, possibly from the dreamlike presence of the balloon floating above the city's hustle and bustle.
