Painting in the room
"K. Česonytė’s paintings are variations on Expressionist painting: characterized by a trembling touch, energetic brushstrokes, and expressive paint textures with which she often seems to 'sculpt' figures, objects, and landscape elements. In terms of genre, the scope of her work is quite traditional. Landscapes predominate, though the artist has also painted a series of still lifes, numerous urban scenes, and the occasional stylized portrait. Yet, other aspects of K. Česonytė’s painting align her less with classical modernist art and more with the imagery of the contemporary, media-saturated world. 'My tools are the computer and virtual space,' she says. The visual imagery in her paintings derives not from reality itself, but from a virtual—or secondary—reality. For this creative artist, however, that serves merely as a springboard or a starting signal that liberates both imagination and hand. In her work, this secondary reality—or a chance motif—and the artist’s imagination most often intertwine inseparably. Images suggested by modern media are transformed into authentic visions, deeply and sensitively experienced by the painter herself."
Art critic Kristina Stančienė
Young And Talented - Rising Stars
About this artwork+
This painting, titled "Quay" by Kristina Česonytė, shows a peaceful water scene with a bit of land across the top. The water, painted in dark blue, has a textured look that captures light and shadow, suggesting ripples or small waves. Above the water, the land is depicted with lighter colors, mostly yellows and greens, suggesting sunlight touching the bushes or scrub. The sky above, done in a soft off-white, adds to the serene atmosphere. The style used by Česonytė here is impressionistic; she employs brisk, visible brushstrokes that give a sense of movement and energy. This technique allows the painting to engage with viewers by making them feel the liveliness of the water and the tranquility of the horizon. Her use of colors and texture bridges the gap between realism and abstraction, drawing viewers into a contemplative state.





















