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Živilė Vaičiukynienė is a contemporary Lithuanian artist and painter based in Kaunas and Prienai, an officially recognized artist, a creator of original jewellery, and a curator of international art projects. She has actively participated in exhibitions and plein-air painting events since 2007. Her unique, one-of-a-kind works have found their way into private collections across Europe, including Latvia, Estonia, Ukraine, Poland, Sweden, Denmark, the United Kingdom, and Spain, as well as the Republic of South Africa.
In the artist’s oil and acrylic paintings, contemporary interpretations of nature become metaphors that open up a space for reflecting on the human inner world. Mystery is at the heart of her artistic practice. She never reveals everything entirely, leaving room for the viewer’s intuition. This sense of freedom and lightness is enhanced by her fluid, expressive brushwork, poetic imagery, and subtle interplay of light.
The expressive, raised textures on her canvases lend the works a tactile depth, transforming the magical world she creates into more than a visual focal point within an interior: it becomes a space for tranquillity and contemplation. Her aim is not to reproduce visible reality, but to bring light, a quiet dialogue, and spiritual harmony into the surrounding environment.
This artist was acknowledged by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Lithuania
Authors artworks were purchased by musems
About this artwork+
This painting by Živilė Vaičiukynienė, titled "The Angel of the Lord Announced to Mary," is quite captivating. It uses soft and flowing forms that create a sense of movement. The colors are gentle. Pale yellows, soft whites, and muted browns dominate the canvas. Abstract shapes merge together, perhaps suggesting the ethereal presence of an angel. There’s a wavy texture across the canvas that might represent divine light or spiritual energy. The artwork is abstract. It doesn't directly show figures but rather evokes feelings and impressions. Vaičiukynienė’s style here is fluid. It allows viewers to feel the scene rather than see it in detail. Her approach adds mystery and allows for personal interpretation. Overall, it’s a beautiful piece that combines color and form in a dreamlike presentation. Vaičiukynienė's work invites us to look deeper and find our own meanings.
