Sigitas Faraponis was born in Vilnius on October 23, 1960. After graduating from secondary school, he began his studies and employment at the "Vaizdas" printing house, where, upon passing his exams, he qualified as an offset printer.
In 1980, he received an invitation to join the Department of Graphics at the Vilnius Art Institute, taking on the role of teaching master. This opportunity allowed him to acquire valuable skills and further expand his artistic understanding within the field of graphics.
Sigitas Faraponis completed his studies in the Department of Advertising, Exhibition, and Small Architectural Design at the Institute in 1987. Afterwards, he worked in the advertising sector and also engaged in designing interiors. Throughout the years, he maintained his passion for graphic art and painting, continually honing his craft.
Since 1991, he has been employed at the Vilnius Academy of Arts in the graphics laboratory, focusing on hands-on student training. He currently leads the graphics laboratory as its head. He has been exhibiting his artwork since 1981, both within Lithuania and internationally, and his creations have journeyed to numerous countries around the globe.
About this artwork+
The painting portrays an abstract rendition of familial relationships through a burst of vibrant colors and chaotic patterns. Swatches of blue, pink, yellow, and black collide and overlap, creating a lively and dynamic composition. The forms are fragmented and interlocking, suggesting the interconnectedness and complex interactions within a family unit. The accents of bright colors amidst darker tones possibly symbolize the varied emotions and unique personalities within the familial bond, while the abstract nature of the imagery invites the viewer to interpret the scene through their own personal experiences and feelings about family.
