Illustrator and artist G. Seniūnienė is an artist whose creative journey is closely tied to children’s literature. Her book illustrations and paintings are characterized by playfulness, hope, and light (things that are sorely lacking in our lives).
It is impossible to confine the creative world of book illustrator Giedrė Seniūnienė solely to the concept of book illustration. The artist has also ventured into free artistic expression, where another facet of her artistic personality is revealed. Here, illustrative elements intertwine with painterly imagination, decorative qualities, and a distinctive color palette.
In her canvases, one can find echoes of the world of childhood—playful characters, birds, angels, natural motifs, and fantastical creatures. Color here does not so much replicate reality as it transforms it.
Giedrė collaborates with the public institution “Gabrielė Art Gallery,” is a member of the Italian cultural confederation CONF.E.P.I., and a member of the international Italian-Lithuanian association DU KRANTAI.
The artist’s world is grounded in faith, miracles, kindness, and protection. The recurring angel motifs in her work express this belief particularly clearly.
The artist has said that she believes every person has their own guardian angel. Therefore, the images of angels in her paintings become not only an iconographic motif but also a metaphor for emotional protection.
About this artwork+
In this painting, there is a sweet scene of a child and a rabbit. The child is wearing a colorful headscarf and a bright orange dress with red spots. The rabbit appears joyful, almost as if it's jumping. Both figures are styled in a playful, almost childlike manner. Giedrė Seniūnienė uses thick, textured layers of paint, giving the artwork an energetic, vibrant feel. The background is simple and creamy, allowing the figures and a spray of lively, colorful dots to stand out. This whimsical style brings a sense of joy and innocence. This painting seems perfect for spring, full of life and happiness.
