Art by Galina Vasiljeva
Galina Vasiljeva, a Lithuanian artist now crafting her visions under the sunlit skies of Cyprus, believes painting is like a melody woven from emotions and beauty. Each canvas begins as a silent, blank space, waiting to be awakened. With every brushstroke, like notes in a symphony, she builds a world where color and feeling dance together, creating something new and alive.
Inspired by the magic of nature, the whispers of architecture, and the poetry of everyday life, Galina’s work is a delicate balance of imagination and emotion. From the quiet chaos of her thoughts, new harmonies are born, each painting holding its own story, its own life.
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Trained in Klaipeda, Lithuania, she carries with her the wisdom of old masters, but her art breathes with her own unique soul. She combines oil and acrylic on canvas, shaping her visions with palette knives and brushes, bringing texture and depth to her creations.
Through her paintings, Galina seeks to share not just images, but feelings—joy, strength, and the quiet magic of the world around us. She brings these moments to life, inviting others to experience them and welcoming beauty into their homes, one canvas at a time.
Oil on Canvas, 40 W x 60 H x 2 D cm
Seagulls are birds of remarkable endurance, soaring over cities in any weather, welcoming sunrises and sunsets alike. No sea voyage feels complete without their presence; they are the spirited greeters and farewells of every port. Playful and vocal, their calls and lively antics draw us in, creating a unique, joyful connection.
This artwork, crafted with oil paints and finished edges, captures that energy through expressive palette knife strokes, giving depth and movement to each line. Ready to hang, it brings the vibrant essence of these seaside companions into any space.
Another painting from this series - “Meeting the Dawn, Seagull”.
Oil on Canvas, 75 W x 75 H x 2 D cm
This piece from the Romantic Cities of the World series captures the allure of New York at sunset, with the Statue of Liberty standing proudly in the foreground. Combining realism with abstraction, Galina used vibrant warm and cool tones to reflect the magic of sunset, casting a mysterious light over the city’s silhouette and its reflections in the water.
The Statue of Liberty symbolizes the beauty and power of human creativity, set against the enchanting colors of the evening sky. Each spontaneous stroke brings movement and expression, forming a lively energy that draws you in. This artwork invites viewers to explore their own sense of wonder and imagination.
Painted in oil with fully finished edges, it’s ready to hang and bring the romantic charm of New York at sunset into any space.
Oil on Canvas, 60 W x 90 H x 2 D cm
This painting, part of the Romantic Cities of the World series, captures the charm of a Paris sunset. Through a blend of realism, abstraction, and impressionism, Galina has expressed the magic of an evening stroll in Paris, where the Eiffel Tower stands prominently, symbolizing human achievement and beauty.
With warm and cool colors, the sunset’s light bathes Paris in mystery, casting enchanting silhouettes over the streets. Each palette knife stroke, vibrant and spontaneous, brings movement and expression to the scene, creating a lively energy that lingers.
Crafted in oil with painted edges, this artwork is ready to hang, bringing warmth, romance, and a touch of wanderlust into any space, inviting moments of travel, love, and conversation.
Acrylic on Canvas, 70 W x 55 H x 2 D cm
Galina painted these roses as a peaceful aid to meditation. Imagine a rose bush in full bloom, each flower swaying in a gentle dance. Focus on one rose, then close your eyes, take a few deep breaths, and let your body relax... Tchaikovsky’s Waltz of the Flowers can enhance this calming experience, filling the air with emotions.
These roses may bring back memories of a first date, a family celebration, or simply lift the spirit. Nature offers such beauty, and Galina has preserved it on canvas to brighten every moment. With painted edges and four fastenings, the painting can be hung in any orientation to suit your mood.
Oil on Canvas, 76.5 W x 61 H x 2 D cm
Inspired by The Bathers by Paul Cezanne and The Dance by Henri Matisse, Galina crafted her painting to celebrate the beauty of movement. Each figure moves with purpose, yet together they form a unified whole, symbolizing the strength of teamwork.
Created in oil with painted edges, this piece is ready to hang without a frame, bringing the energy of collective harmony into any space.
Oil on Canvas, 33 W x 46 H x 1.5 D cm
Galina painted this cat with large, bold strokes, blending realism with a touch of fantasy. The cat sits with an enigmatic expression, as if it stepped out of a fairy tale—resting or perhaps waiting for someone unseen.
Crafted in oil on canvas, the painting has fully painted edges and comes ready to hang, bringing a delightful and mysterious presence to any space.
Oil on Canvas, 50 W x 50 H x 2 D cm
Galina created this painting as a serene piece for relaxation, meditation, and interior decor. Inspired by a peaceful walk by the pond, where delicate branches, blooming lilies, and gentle reflections fill the water with color, she invites viewers to imagine splashing fish and fluttering butterflies within its scene.
The soft, calming colors encourage meditation, with smooth transitions that soothe the senses. With each spontaneous stroke, she captures movement and expression, forming colorful particles that radiate energy and wonder. Painted on all edges, this piece is ready to hang, bringing tranquility and depth to any space.
Oil on Canvas, 70 W x 50 H x 1.8 D cm
Galina captures what is always fleeting—a magical moment in nature, ever-changing and disappearing. Her unique style, with textured, spontaneous strokes, gives the painting an almost three-dimensional feel, each color particle adding a sense of movement and wonder.
This winter landscape, with a cozy mountain house, brings warmth and comfort, inviting pleasant connection and conversation. Painted on all four sides, it’s ready to hang without framing, a lasting piece of nature’s quiet magic for the home.
Oil on Canvas, 25 W x 25 H x 1.8 D cm
Imagine the quiet of dawn in the mountains, where sunlight bathes the peaks in golden warmth. Galina, drawing inspiration from this tranquil beauty, has captured that fleeting moment on canvas. Her semi-realistic, abstract approach with oil paints recreates the serene atmosphere of a morning in the mountains.
Using her unique palette knife technique, Galina adds textured strokes that play with light, giving the scene a nearly three-dimensional depth. Created to inspire calm and elevate the mood, this piece brings a gentle, inviting energy into any room. Painted on all sides, it’s ready to hang, offering a lasting glimpse of nature’s dawn magic.
Oil on Canvas, 25 W x 25 H x 1.8 D cm
Galina, deeply inspired by nature, aimed to capture the enchanting moment of dawn in her artwork. As the dawn unfolds, mirriads of color cover the peaks of the mountains. Using oil paints in a blend of semi-realistic and abstract styles, she brought the serene beauty of morning to life on canvas.
Her unique palette knife technique adds texture and depth, with strokes that play with light to either illuminate or soften the scene, creating a nearly three-dimensional effect. This piece is crafted to inspire relaxation, elevate mood, and invite pleasant conversations. Painted on all four sides, it’s complete and ready to hang, bringing the peaceful magic of dawn into any space.
Acrylic on Canvas, 25 W x 25 H x 1.8 D cm
Have you ever witnessed dawn in the mountains, when the first rays paint the peaks in golden hues? Inspired by nature’s beauty, Galina sought to capture this magical moment in her painting. Using oil paints in a semi-realistic, abstract style, she crafted a piece that reflects the tranquil atmosphere of early morning.
With a palette knife and her unique technique, Galina added textured strokes that create a three-dimensional effect, playing with light to brighten or soften the scene. Designed to evoke relaxation, good spirits, and warmth, this artwork brings a calming energy to any space. Painted on all four sides, it’s ready to hang without a frame, capturing the quiet wonder of dawn.
Oil on Canvas, 50 W x 50 H x 1.8 D cm
The serene beauty of dawn whispers of a promising day ahead. Sunrise over the sea, with its vibrant colors and shimmering reflections, is breathtakingly romantic—a fleeting moment Galina captured on canvas with oil paints to bring that magic into your home.
Through her unique style and textured strokes, this painting holds a three-dimensional feel, where each spontaneous stroke adds movement and expression. The colors blend into a mesmerizing play of light, creating a sense of awe and energy.
The piece, with painted edges, is ready to hang, offering the timeless wonder of sunrise to fill your space.
Oil on Canvas, 50 W x 100 H x 1.8 D cm
The vibrant rhythm of colors and floating stripes draws the eye, filling this painting with dynamic, hypnotic energy. It feels like a radiant time machine, capturing the flow of day and night, the cycle of seasons—the harmony of life itself. Each viewer is invited to find their own rhythm, positivity, and inner sun within its movement.
Crafted with textured, spontaneous strokes in the artist’s unique style, this oil painting carries a magical, almost three-dimensional feel. Every color particle adds expression and motion, creating a sense of awe and energy that lingers.
The piece is ready to hang, edges painted, offering a timeless atmosphere for any space.
Oil on Canvas, 70 W x 50 H x 2 D cm
Inspired by the timeless beauty of Patagonia, a land of dreams and breathtaking landscapes, the artist longed to capture its majestic mountains in an unusual style. Jules Verne once brought fame to this place, but seeing the sunrise over these untouchable peaks is an experience like no other. The sun’s light paints the mountaintops, creating a magical atmosphere recreated in the painting.
Using oil paints, a palette knife, and a textured technique, the artist combined semi-realistic and abstract styles to give life to this grandeur. Each stroke adds depth and light, evoking the enchantment of a sunrise. The result is a painting that captures both the magnificence and mystery of these mountains.
Oil on Canvas, 50w x 70h x 2d cm.
This is the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite, a magical and mysterious corner of Cyprus. The sunsets here are breathtaking, with vibrant colors reflecting on the sea, creating a romantic, fleeting moment that feels like pure magic.
The artist loves capturing this beauty, the warm and cool tones of the sky, in her paintings. Though the sunset fades quickly, she has preserved its wonder on canvas with oil paints, bringing the enchantment of Cyprus into your home. This piece lets you relive the beauty of those unforgettable sunsets, ready to hang and fill your space with warmth and romance.
Acrylic on Canvas, 100 W x 75 H x 1.8 D cm
The sun’s rays transformed nature, painting flamingos and dragonflies in radiant hues. Inspired by this fleeting beauty, the artist captured the moment on canvas through abstract realism.
The calm gaze of the birds and the balance of nature evoke a peaceful awakening, hinting at the promise of a successful day. This painting brings the magic of sunrise and a romantic atmosphere into your home, where the vibrant, abstract transitions invite you to enjoy the ever-changing colors of nature’s beauty.
Oil on Canvas, 40 W x 60 H x 2 D cm
Seagulls, birds of extraordinary stamina, soar over cities in all weather, greeting both sunrise and sunset. Essential to any sea voyage, they are the lively escorts welcoming and bidding farewell to ships in port. Playful and vocal, their calls and spirited behavior capture our attention, inviting a joyful connection.
Created in oil with textured palette knife strokes, this artwork brings depth and expression to every line. With painted edges, it’s ready to hang, capturing the essence of these vibrant seaside companions.
Another painting from this series - “In the Rays of a Sunset, Seagull”.