Bonjour Tristesse III

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Welcome to an exploration of “Bonjour Tristesse III,” a compelling work of art by Arūnas Rutkus, delving deep into the profound realms of emotion and introspection. In this painting, the artist presents a solitary figure, seated and curled into a pensive pose that seems to border on discomfort or melancholy. The background is cloaked in a deep, enveloping blue that enhances the sense of isolation and introspection.A striking feature of this artwork is the detailed, golden patterns adorning the figure's body, sparkling with an almost ethereal light against the overwhelming darkness. These intricate decorations hint at the complexity beneath the surface of our apparent vulnerabilities. The flowers, depicted in a lighter shade of blue across the bottom, introduce a textural contrast, adding a layer of delicate beauty and perhaps a whispered hint of hope or renewal amidst the overarching somber tone.“Bonjour Tristesse III” invites viewers to pause and reflect on their own moments of solitude and the intricate emotions that arise when one confronts their inner world. It's a powerful depiction that resonates on various emotional frequencies, offering a mirror to our own experiences of sadness and the beauty that can often be found within it.Arūnas Rutkus uses color and texture to masterful effect, creating a visually stunning piece that is as thought-provoking as it is beautiful.

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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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