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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+
This painting, titled "Old Vilnius" by Sigitas Faraponis, captures a charming street scene. The view leads you down a narrow street lined with old, colorful buildings. They seem to have high, pointed rooftops and arched windows. These buildings are painted in muted tones with dashes of brighter colors like red and yellow. The path appears cobblestoned, adding a rustic touch to the scene. The perspective draws the eye towards a vanishing point in the distance, suggesting depth. Sigitas Faraponis uses a somewhat abstract style. It's not too detailed, but it conveys the essence and atmosphere of the location vividly. The brushstrokes are visible and add texture to the painting. He has outlined the buildings and the street in a bold manner, which gives a dynamic contrast to the softer fill colors. Overall, the style feels expressive and slightly impressionistic. It's clear that Faraponis wants to evoke a sense of nostalgia and timeless beauty associated with Vilnius's old architecture. His technique skillfully balances realism with artistic interpretation.
