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Laimdots MurnieksMidsummer 1988. Oil on canvas, 80x60 cm1988
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Midsummer
1988. Oil on canvas, 80x60 cm
The artist's portrayal captures the vibrant and lively essence of midsummer. The flowers are depicted in a variety of colors, showcasing the richness and diversity of nature's palette. The artist's attention to detail highlights the unique characteristics of each flower, such as the delicate petals, the intricate patterns, and the varying shapes.
The flowers are set against a green background, which represents the lushness of foliage during the midsummer season. The green background adds a sense of vitality and freshness to the composition, complementing the vibrant colors of the flowers. It provides a harmonious and natural backdrop that enhances the overall visual impact of the artwork.
Laimdots Murnieks has said: "I am a sunny artist. The sun and a woman are the center of the world. It is not for nothing that the sun always comes with me in my paintings - it is the basis of everything and symbolizes my wife - Zhanna. I think that a woman is what inspires the whole world to do good deeds. I want to express such an idea with my painting - that the good will always win, that the beautiful will always win the world. That's the main thing! Neither war nor tragedies ever impress people like that, but it is beauty that gives strength to continue working and living . I was born under the Star of Happiness - everything has been achieved. Both in art and in love."
Laimdots Murnieks (1922-2011) studied at Cesis and Jelgava teachers’ institutes (1938 – 44). He graduated from the Painting Department of the Latvian Art Academy (1953, diploma work “Winged helper”, under the guidance of V. Kozins).
He worked as a teacher in secondary schools of Valmiera and Priekuli, in agricultural technical school (1944 – 46), and in the company “Art” as a design artist (1953 – 82).
L. Murnieks takes part in exhibitions since 1953.
Solo exhibitions:
Riga – 1960, 1964, 1972 (together with I. and G. Krollis);
Liepaja – 1964;
Vilnius – 1968;
Moscow – 1968;
Rostock – 1974;
Tokyo – 1978 (together with M. Chagall).
Artist worked in different painting genres and techniques – monumental painting, easel painting; he painted landscapes, still life’s, portraits. He uses oil, pastel and tempera.
Awards:
1967 – Awarding with diploma Artists union of USSR by paintings at International exhibition “The Sport at Art”
1969 – Laureate of painting at Baltic Republications triennial
1979 - was rich of merits employee of art in Latvia Republic of Soviet Union
1969 – Award with medal
Laimdots Murnieks exhibitions of classical art gallery Antonia:
2022. 05. 26. memorial exhibition Laimdots Murnieks "Beautiful Age"
2012.10.02. - memorial exhibition “A bit of sunshine in a cold water..."
2010.03.16. - solo exhibition "Laimdots Murnieks - 88"
2008.11.22. - solo exhibition "Laimdots Mūrnieks"
2008.02.21. - solo exhibition "Cherchez la famme"
L. Murnieks works exhibited in several different classic art gallery "Antonia" organized thematic exhibitions.
- Creator:Laimdots Murnieks (1922 - 2011, Latvian)
- Creation Year:1988
- Dimensions:Height: 31.5 in (80 cm)Width: 23.63 in (60 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Riga, LV
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1437212593312
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