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 "Skapo Street" by Sigitas Faraponis, portrays a narrow, cobblestoned street flanked by tall, uneven buildings. It appears to be set in an old, perhaps historic area, given the architectural styles and materials suggested. The image creates a slightly eerie or mysterious mood, enhanced by the dark tones and heavy outlines used throughout. Sigitas Faraponis often employs a strong, bold use of lines that almost seem to carve shapes into space, creating a sense of depth and texture. This approach is evident here, where the black and gray hues dominate, giving the scene an almost monochromatic look. Overall, the style conveys a rustic yet dynamic urban landscape, seemingly telling a story of the old world with a modern artistic twist.
