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I was born in 1981 in Panevėžys, Lithuania. My artistic journey began under the influence of my grandparents—a clock-maker and a furniture maker—who recognised my potential early on. At the age of six, they enrolled me in the Panevėžys School of Music and Arts, igniting my passion for classical piano music.

During my teenage years, I discovered another form of artistic expression through modelling for local artists. At seventeen, a pivotal moment occurred when one of these photographers gifted me a 35mm 'Smena' camera, marking the genesis of my profound connection with photography.

Experimentation with technique, a dedication to creating visual effects organically during the photographic process, and the pursuit of conceptual depth define my artistic principles. Unafraid to broach uncomfortable themes in an era dominated by 'positivity,' I believe in the power of art as a universal language. This conviction compels me to address societal issues, fostering meaningful dialogue and reaching a diverse international audience.

My artistic journey, rooted in early exposure to the arts and fueled by a dedication to authenticity, reflects a continuous evolution marked by resilience, creativity, and a commitment to challenging the status quo.

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Education

Master's degree in Experimental Filmmaking & Media

University of Glasgow, Scotland (2022)

Bachelor of Arts Degree: Multimedia Art
Šiauliai University, Lithuania (2011)


University internship: Curating International Art Exhibitions
Nybro Municipality, Cultural Department, Sweden (2010)


University internship: Video Art & Film Editing
Høgskolen i Bergen, Bergen, Norway (2009)

Affiliations

A member of Union of Lithuanian Art Photographers (since 2000)

A member of Edinburgh Photographic Society (since 2020)

Solo exhibitions

'Underglass Portraits', Teatergalleriet, Kalmar, Sweden, 2022

'Auto'sekretai', Siauliai Art gallery, Siauliai, Lithuania, 2022

'Self-portraits: Secrets', Vilnius Photography gallery, Vilnius, Lithuania 2021
'Self-portraits: Secrets', Galerija XX, Panevezys, Lithuania,2020

'Imagonia', Pramanta Arte gallery, Lamezia Terme, Italy, 2010

'Self-portraits', Vilnius Photography Gallery, Vilnius, Lithuania, 2002

Group exhibitions

 

'Photography weekend', National Gallery of Art, Vilnius, Lithuania, 2023

'A Light Footprint in the Cosmos', School for the Contemporary Arts, Vancouver, Canada, 2022

'Return', Panevezys Photography gallery, Panevezys, Lithuania, 2021
'X: EGO', Mark Rothko Art Center, Daugavpils, Latvia, 2021

'Making new friends', Nybro, Sweden, 2007
'Baltica Lithuania', One plus gallery, London, England, 2006
‘Lithuania in Between', The House of Photography, Stockholm, Sweden, 2006
'The Colour of the Lowns', Brosely, England, 2006
'Moya Museum of Young Art', Vienna, Austria, 2006
'About myself', Infra gallery, Stockholm, Sweden, 2005
'21Young Lithuanian Photographers', J. Baltrusaitis house, Moscow, Russia, 2004
'Das Baltische Fotolinse', Schloss Holligen, Bern, Switzerland, 2003
The 'Photography Month', Budapest, Hungary, 2002
'Young Lithuanian Photographers Today', Lithuanian Art Museum, Chicago, USA, 2002
'LUMO 2001', Jyväskylä, Finland, 2001
'The Ninth Exhibition of Young Photographers', Prospektas Photo Gallery, Vilnius,Lithuania, 2001
'Young Lithuanian Photographers Today', Arka Gallery, Vilnius, Lithuania,2001

 

Bibliography

'X: EGO', Panevezys, Lithuania, 2021

'Lithuanian Photography Yesterday and Today', Vilnius, (annually from 2000)
'PF', Panevezys, 2004
'The Present', Panevezys, 2002
'Lithuanian Photography XXI', Vilnius, 2002
'Lumo 2001', Finland, 2001

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