Missing Peace (2021) Painting by Ausra Manamangas

Biography

Ausra is UK masters graduate pharmacist and a self-taught painter. She was born in Lithuania in 1972 and has lived in the UK where she had studied and worked whilst raising two children. 

Since she was a child she had a passion for creative drawing. Ausra remembers her mum was worried and she was checking if her daughter was doing her homework or drawing. Later, her drawing time was then replaced by dancing classes.  Fortunately, for the past few years she is living her dream doing what she loves the most - full time painting in Greece, a country of incredible history and the birthplace of art. Ausra's life lately is purely surrounded by nature, which is where she chose to live, which allows her endless thoughts to create the most unique and original paintings.

Ausra's passion for art is inspired by every beauty on this Earth, incredible nature, cute animals, idealistic figures and unique architecture. Each one of her paintings are created with passion and thoughtful harmony to make the exquisite scenic painting. The bright palettes of colour dominate her paintings which create power and positive feelings. It oscillates between impressionism, surrealism and realism. 

Ausra's technique is applying many detailed oil layers and glazes on the canvas which takes time to finish perfectly. Her work reflects a sense of symbolism. Ausra strongly believes that a great artist needs to have a special combination of technical skills, creative thinking and strong determination.

Testimonial

“Ausra, you got such immense natural artistic talents. Your oil paintings are truly amazing with the picturesque atmospheric settings & dramatic sunsets, stunning visions of clarity and tranquillity. I must admit in part I was inspired by scenic colours and style in your very own beautiful artwork. 100% for sure I would have your super talented work up on my walls in a heartbeat. Beautiful works, such a great detail you put into your work” Richard B, artist, UK.
“You put so much heart and soul into your every painting. I love it and I can feel it as well. Thank you for sharing your talent". Sheila Anna Smith, artist, USA.

"Ausra is presenting a number of paintings with vibrant colours that depict reality in the way that that draws the viewers into the story telling environment. Those artwork are mainly influenced by the movement of "impressionism". Gallery Artnumber23, London.
“I have to say your paintings are a strong inspiration to me. They are so true, mystical, and magnetically magical. You deserve every success they bring you and more.” Joe Charman, artist, UK.
"Beautiful paintings. Your subjects look so real and your artworks look amazing”. David Edwards, photographer, UK.
"Oh this is so beautiful, I love the symbolic meaning behind this masterpiece”. Kamila Knight, song writer, singer.
“I feel you are developing at high speed, from accomplished hobbyist to full-blown master painter. ”Torsten T. Slama, artist.
"Self taught is absolutely amazing!" Lorraine, artist.

• Nationality: LITHUANIA
• Date of birth : 1972
• Artistic domains:
• Groups: Contemporary Lithuanian Artists