$25.00
Linas Garsys, the son of Lithuanian immigrants who fled during WWII, grew up in a strict household steeped in tradition, attending Lithuanian school on weekends. Struggling with feelings of alienation, he turned to punk rock, comic books, and art, creating a chosen family that helped him navigate the space between being "American" and "immigrant." A self-taught artist, Garsys currently resides in Baltimore.
Dvasia (Lithuanian): ghost, spirit; soul; mind; a mental disposition; manner; conscience; meaning; breath. Wraith; demon, imp; the holy spirit; comforter, zeitgeist.
‘Dvasia’ has many meanings in Lithuanian. In folklore it can be used to describe any spirit being or supernatural force that haunts, torments or influences people, but it also can be used to describe a person’s state of mind, demeanor, or a general mood.
"I focused on the various incarnations of the multiple meanings: between joy and anguish. Omens totems, and symbolism that we use to cope while building our own mythologies between the seen and unseen. These moments and instances help us create a guide for existence and survival. Serving as bridges between warnings and blessings, offering depth to the human experience."
"Dvasia: B" is the first of six paintings in the Dvasia series by Linas Garsys.
Available as Museum Quality Giclee Prints in 4 sizes.
Stock: Fineline, Coarse Watercolor, 315 GSM
