Vilma Vasiliauskaitė, an artist from Druskininkai, Lithuania, possesses a strong foundation in both fine and applied arts. She spent 14 years studying at Druskininkai Art School, went on to attend the Faculty of Fine Arts at Šiauliai University, and ultimately earned a Master’s degree in painting. Throughout her artistic journey, Vilma has been actively involved in the art scene, taking part in more than 50 group exhibitions and holding over 100 solo shows. She is affiliated with the Lithuanian Artists’ Union and associates herself with the “Individualists” collective.
The sources of Vilma’s inspiration are wide-ranging, encompassing the natural world as well as fleeting impressions drawn from memory. Her paintings often portray interiors, still lifes, and human figures, while she also delves into mythological and historical motifs, as well as subjects related to dance, society, and contemporary global issues. Her art serves as a visual expression of her personal contemplations and recollections, which are allowed to develop before coming to life in vibrant color on the canvas.
Vilma Vasiliauskaitė’s work is distinguished by soft pastel colors and gentle, subdued tones. While certain pieces carry the translucent effect characteristic of watercolor, she primarily uses oil paints. A recurring theme in her art is the representation of ballerinas and the intricacies of their everyday experiences. With careful, deliberate brushwork, she conveys the flowing movements and energy of dance, transforming fleeting gestures into an enduring visual language.
The theatrical influence in her paintings is evident in scenes unfolding behind the ballet stage, where textured elements such as draped fabrics and feminine silhouettes play a central role. Motifs of liberation, symbolized by raised wings of birds and the powerful vitality of dance, appear throughout her work. Nostalgic echoes of childhood and a thoughtful sense of waiting also feature prominently. The poetic qualities in Vilma Vasiliauskaitė’s paintings invite the viewer to explore both emotional complexity and visual delicacy. The artist’s profile image was photographed by Vilmantas Dambrauskas.
About this artwork+
A woman stands elegantly, dressed in an ethereal, light pink ballet tutu with ruffled white details around the neck. The tutu's fabric appears soft and layered, floating around her as if caught in a gentle breeze. Her pose is playful yet poised, with one hand on her hip and a slight tilt to her stance, conveying both confidence and grace. Her head is adorned with a remarkable pair of dark, twisted horns that stretch upwards, blending into a cascade of soft, white stars that seem to emerge from her and float into the surrounding deep blue backdrop. This backdrop is bright and richly colored, possibly representing a curtain drawn back to reveal the star-filled scene framed around her. The contrast between the vivid blues and the pale tones of her dress gives the impression of a spotlight illuminating her in the darkness. The painterly technique is thick and expressive, adding texture and vibrancy to the image, emphasizing the magical or dream-like quality of the scene.
