Šventė II (2015)

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Šventė II (2015) by Arūnas Rutkus"Šventė II," a captivating piece from 2015 by notable Lithuanian artist Arūnas Rutkus, explores the nuanced interplay between visual perception and artistic expression. The composition features a close-up, almost abstracted portrayal of a human face. Intriguingly, the face is partially obscured by a textured, mask-like element made from what appears to be strips of gold, imbuing the painting with a sense of mystery and contrast.The textures in this work are exceptionally rich; Rutkus employs a variety of materials and techniques, which add depth and tactile quality to the image. The use of gold tones interwoven with darker contours enhances the three-dimensionality of the piece and highlights the artist's skill in using color and form to evoke emotional presence.Noticeable are the delicately rendered details such as the intricate lace near the subject's neck and the ornamental designs that supplement the composition’s opulent atmosphere. The visible section of the subject’s face, featuring an eye exuding melancholy or contemplation, captures the essence of a moment frozen in time, possibly a festival or celebration, as the title suggests."Šventė II" is a dialogue on concealment and revelation, provoking viewers to ponder on what is seen and what remains hidden, encouraging a personal interpretation of the visible and the obscured. This painting, like much of Rutkus's work, pushes the boundaries of traditional portraiture and invites viewers into a layered and enigmatic visual exploration.

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Arūnas Rutkus was born in 1961 in Vilnius, Lithuania. In 1985, he completed studies in monumental painting (fresco, mosaic) at the Lithuanian Academy of Fine Arts. The artist has exhibited his work in more than 50 solo and group exhibitions worldwide, including:

- Art En Capital, Grand Palais (Paris, France)

- Salon de SNBA, Carrousel du Louvre (Paris, France)

- Fourth St. Petersburg Biennale "Spatia Nova" (St. Petersburg, Russia)

- European Painting, Sharjah Art Museum (Sharjah, United Arab Emirates)

- International Monetary Fund Art Association Gallery (Washington, USA)

Arūnas Rutkus' artworks can be found in museums, galleries, and private collections all over the world. The Sheikh of Sharjah (UAE) acquired the artist's painting titled "Horse", which he donated to the Sharjah Museum (UAE). NBA stars Arvydas Sabonis and Šarūnas Marčiulionis own works by Arūnas Rutkus in their art collections (A. Sabonis has a collection of fifty artworks by Arūnas Rutkus). The artist's painting titled "Leaf" belongs to the singer Sting.

Since 2017, Arūnas Rutkus has been donating his works annually to Caudwell Children UK and Amber Lounge Monaco charity auctions.

Arūnas Rutkus is also known as a film director, whose short film won a special jury prize at the Milan Short Film Festival in 2016 with the "Fragrances in Motion" award, and his directed video for the song "No Tomorrow" by "Happyendless" won the MTV Fresh award in 2008.

Since 1995, Arūnas Rutkus has been a member of the Lithuanian Artists' Association, and in 2012, he was admitted to the French National Art Association (Société Nationale des Beaux Arts (SNBA)).

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