Irma Lescinskaite: Bridging the Physical and the Spiritual in Color and Abstract Form

May 17
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2024

Maria Stella

Maria Stella

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Summary: Lithuanian artist Irma Lescinskaite's vibrant abstract expressionist paintings are set to be showcased at Chelsea's Agora Gallery in New York. The exhibition, "Kaleidoscope of the Mind," runs from December 29, 2016, to January 18, 2017, and features works that blend rich color with symbolic meaning, exploring the intersection of the physical and spiritual realms. Lescinskaite's art draws from cultural, philosophical, and artistic themes, aiming to integrate modern art with ancient heritage.

Exhibition Overview

NEW YORK,Irma Lescinskaite: Bridging the Physical and the Spiritual in Color and Abstract Form Articles NY – Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Lithuanian artist Irma Lescinskaite in the exhibition "Kaleidoscope of the Mind." The event will open on December 29, 2016, and run through January 18, 2017, with an opening reception on Thursday, December 29, from 6-8 PM.

About Irma Lescinskaite

Irma Lescinskaite is a Lithuanian artist whose abstract expressionist paintings offer a multidimensional and multilayered perspective on our modern world. Her works are infused with rich colors and symbolic elements, creating pieces that are visually stimulating and imbued with deeper meanings that transcend the physical realm to touch on the spiritual and metaphysical aspects of human existence.

Theoretical Foundations

Much of Lescinskaite’s art is grounded in a theoretical framework, drawing from a wide array of cultural, philosophical, and artistic themes throughout human history. Through her visual imagery, she seeks to harmonize and synthesize the worldly and otherworldly realities that we encounter daily. As Lescinskaite explains, “The goal is to include modern art in heritage. I try to use abstract, multilayered, and concentrated light in painting to actualize and bring new meaning into modern art.”

Current Endeavors

Irma Lescinskaite currently resides, works, and teaches as an associate university professor of fine arts in Klaipeda, Lithuania.

Exhibition Details

  • Exhibition Dates: December 29, 2016 – January 18, 2017
  • Reception: Thursday, December 29, 2016, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 11 AM - 6 PM
  • Gallery Location: 530 West 25th St, Chelsea, New York
  • Event URL: Agora Gallery - Irma Lescinskaite

Featured Artists

The exhibition "Kaleidoscope of the Mind" will also feature works by:

  • Mark Reese
  • Regina Krugel
  • Fahim Somani
  • Hallie Hart
  • Helen Rosenkranz
  • Alejandra Burguette

About the Exhibition

Kaleidoscope of the Mind: Messages From The Cutting Edge

Agora Gallery begins the new year with "Kaleidoscope of the Mind," an illuminating exploration into the latest trends in contemporary art. The exhibition showcases both abstract and surreal-tinged images, with a strong emphasis on painting. The most striking aspect of all six participants is their willingness to experiment.

Highlights of the Exhibition

  • Innovative Techniques: One artist combines frenzied splashes of paint with precise compositional elements, executing the entire painting while suspended on a catwalk above it.
  • Emotional Depth: Another painter depicts physical and emotional pain with slashes in the canvas itself.
  • Mixed Media: A mixed-media artist juxtaposes the orderliness of silky, painted writing with the primal chaos of resin, resulting in pieces of unusual visual depth.
  • Vibrant Realism: There is one purely representational artist in the exhibition, whose oils dance with such vibrant and unexpected colors that they seem to come from a brighter reality than ours.

"Kaleidoscope of the Mind" is a beautifully candid, cohesive exhibition of the freshest ideas most skillfully brought to life.

Interesting Stats

  • Art Market Growth: The global art market was valued at approximately $64.1 billion in 2019, showing a steady increase over the years (Statista).
  • Abstract Art Popularity: Abstract art remains one of the most popular genres, with a significant presence in both private collections and public exhibitions (Art Basel).
  • Lithuanian Art Scene: Lithuania has a vibrant contemporary art scene, with Vilnius being home to numerous galleries and art spaces that promote both local and international artists (The Culture Trip).

By attending "Kaleidoscope of the Mind," visitors will not only experience the cutting edge of contemporary art but also gain insight into the rich cultural and philosophical underpinnings that drive artists like Irma Lescinskaite.