"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+
In this painting titled "Feast" by Kristina Česonytė, we see a vibrant and dynamic scene. The artwork shows a table from a top-down perspective. The table is cluttered with various objects. There are bottles, glasses, a candlestick, and plates. Everything appears to be in motion, suggested by the sketchy, swirling lines. The colors are striking. Deep purples and grays dominate, with pops of yellow and red, especially noticeable in the hands reaching into the scene. These hands add a sense of action and interaction. Česonytė uses a textured style. The surface looks rough and layered, which gives the painting a tactile feel. Her technique involves thick applications of paint and visible brush strokes, which enhance the sense of depth and movement. Overall, the painting feels lively, almost as if capturing a moment of gathering and celebration. The style is expressive and bold, typical of Česonytė's approach to her subjects.
