Artwork in the room
Timotiejus Norvila, better known by his moniker Morfai, stands out as one of Lithuania's trailblazers in street art. His artistic presence is especially evident in the cityscapes of Kaunas, Vilnius, Klaipėda, Šiauliai, and Joniškis, where his unmistakable style and creative vision have made a memorable impact on public spaces.
Noted for embracing a wide variety of artistic methods, Morfai resists limitations to any single medium or technique. His creative pursuits encompass photography, illustration, painting, street art, installations, and the development of design objects. This versatility enables him to continuously broaden and renew his artistic expression.
One of his best-known works, "The Sower," can be found in the garden of the Kaunas Military Museum. Morfai’s art frequently delves into diverse themes, touching upon universal aspects of human existence, and his artistic influence is felt not only in Lithuania but also in Denmark, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Spain.
In 2020, Morfai produced a series of design objects called "Anvils in the style of interwar architecture," a project that garnered him the award for best sculpture/installation at the international art exhibition ART Vilnius. He regularly provides an inside view of his creative process and showcases his work on YouTube vlogs, where he discusses his thematic and technical experiments—a journey that began with his first exhibitions in 2003.
About this artwork+
This painting titled "Snail" by Timotiejus Norvila (Morfai) features a geometric composition resembling a maze or a stepped pyramid. The centerpiece appears as a sequence of nested squares or rectangles, creating an optical illusion of depth. The color palette is muted, primarily using shades of brown, black, and grey, with a grainy texture that gives a sense of granularity. The corners of the central structure seem to extend outward in alternating dark and light bands, enhancing the three-dimensional effect. The juxtaposition of angular lines within the square format gives the artwork a dynamic yet harmonious balance.
