Year of the Ox

Technique:: Etching
Dimensions:: 12x9 cm

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Sigitas Faraponis(52)

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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, "Year of the Ox" by Sigitas Faraponis, is striking and intricate. It features a large ox in the foreground, dominating the viewer's perspective. The ox has expressive eyes and detailed features which draw attention. Behind the ox, the scene transitions into a landscape featuring a majestic building resembling a church, surrounded by smaller structures and possibly trees. The image is divided by bold, sweeping lines that create different sections or panels. These lines add a sense of movement to the scene. In one of the sections, there are figures that appear to be angelic, floating above the landscape. The artist's style is detailed and textural. He uses fine lines to create a complex, grainy texture throughout the piece. This technique adds depth and a tactile feel to the visual experience. Faraponis has skillfully balanced strong, geometric shapes with detailed imagery, giving this piece a distinctive and memorable look. His work captures a blend of reality and fantasy, making the viewer pause and ponder the scene's meaning.