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 by Sigitas Faraponis, titled "Old Vilnius 1," captures a charming scene of an old street in Vilnius. We see vintage buildings with steep roofs and what seems to be a church tower in the background, hinting at the city's historic architecture. There's a solitary figure walking down the street, adding life to the scene. The sky is heavily shaded, suggesting a cloudy day or the passage of time. Faraponis has used detailed line work and texture to give depth to the buildings and trees, creating a sense of density and vibrancy. His style in this painting is intricate yet playful, focusing on visual storytelling through architecture and subtle human presence. The overall atmosphere is quaint and slightly mysterious, inviting viewers to wonder about the life and history in this old part of Vilnius.
