Tomas Bernatonis is an artist profoundly moved by the ever-changing and unpredictable qualities of watercolours. He explains that working with this medium imparts important lessons in letting go of control and practicing patience, as he watches the colours move, blend, and transform across the canvas. Watercolours, for Tomas, become a way to concentrate on the vital details that infuse his paintings with life.
Each new painting presents Tomas with a chance to tell a story. He is especially fascinated by the interpretations viewers bring to his art, which sometimes reveal stories and meanings quite different from what he originally intended. This shared narrative between creator and audience enriches and deepens every piece he produces.
Tomas’s creative process is energized by his own memories and vivid imagination. He finds inspiration in the sensation of dancing, dreams about a home painted in brilliant colours, and the haunting memory of a girl’s unforgettable glance. These personal fragments are woven into his work, offering viewers insight into the emotions and thoughts that guide his artistic style.
Through his paintings, Tomas opens an invitation for others to engage, contemplate, and discover their own stories within his gentle watercolours. His artworks become not only a reflection of his own experiences but also a space for the narratives others create when they encounter his pieces.
About this artwork+
This painting by Tomas Bernatonis shows a rooster striding forward. The rooster holds a croissant in its beak and a colorful flower in its foot. It has a bright red comb on top of its head, and its feathers are richly detailed in shades of brown, orange, and blue. The sky behind is light blue with a tiny floating cloud. The style is realistic with a touch of whimsy, particularly evident in the way the rooster carries food and a flower. Tomas Bernatonis uses vibrant colors and fine brushstrokes. The details on the feathers make the bird almost lifelike, while the unusual elements add an imaginative twist.
