#lithuanian folk art

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Lithuanian grass weaving. By Giedrazole Gie

[madam-of-lithuania]

My most longest illustration is finally finished 🙌😀😄 from my art tutoring lessons in the museum Galaunių namai(The House of Galaunė museum)

The illustration: Gyvybės medis(The Three of Life) my country's, my culture's and Baltic symbol and the important symbol in Baltic mythology

This is my love letter to my country Lithuania and to my culture as a Lithuanian 🇱🇹💖

[the-first-man-is-a-cat]

Lithuanian doll makers with some of their work, 1931

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Lig folk details close-ups

Sorta moodboard?

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The Tree of Life by Giedražolė

[minty-soosh]

Here's my contribution to the LITHUbeasts project! Lots of Lithuanian artists came together to portray their interpretations of our folklore creatures. I took it upon myself to draw laumės! Read up and check out other works in the project tag and #lithuartist (most of the works are on Twitter under the same tags! Not sure if any of them post here on Tumblr) Laumės (plural) are quite fascinating, so there are English, Ukrainian and Lithuanian translations of their description for ya!

And a couple fun facts: Thursday is their day so I posted this on a Thursday (everywhere apart from Tumblr cause I forgot lol, but let's pretend I did it on the right day ok)! Also, I felt like it was very sweet that the day when I finished the drawing there was a double rainbow in the sky :") It's like they saw my contribution hahaha

[beardedmrbean]

Sorry, the long puzzles things is meant to show how the Templars influence history while the assassins desperately try to stop them

Oh yes I know about Ford Antisemitism, ac acknowledge that in the long video I sent

As Ford sent a certain item to Agent “H” to kick off WW2

Ugh, okay which king I have to strangle in hell that decided that Jews were only good at doing “dirty” jobs like money?

I sure hope that antisemitism don’t come back like virus because people wanted to treat a geopolitical conflict like it a fucking kids cartoon

Oh btw, yes their fully grown adults, but Candace and Kanye antisemitism? Welll

It’s heavily because how my community views the world

Yes I’m 24, but allow me to explain

You see black Americans, since the fucking womb, that white people are the root of all our problems. Like years ago I learn that Africans sold Africans to Europeans

But if my reactions to the horrific connections the Dahomey is to the black American diaspora

Imagine the mentally hell older blacks may have

But back to my community…the problem is that my community have extremely bigoted views that is normalized. Like i remember someone saying that black activists (and many blacks in general) views white people the same way Nazis viewed the Jews

But about Kanye because someone pointed out a line in Micheal Jackson song. Given how a lot of powerful people in the music industry often screwed over artists happen to be Jewish so I think Kanye projecting that a lot.

No infantilizing him and sorry for the pain he caused

But the reason why I say I’m a zoomer Huey, i acknowledge that yes black Americans been fucked over…but we also have a lot of self destructive habits

Also look how black activists say Asians are white adjacent or how magical negeroes thought the fuck up “joke” saying upset white people are the most dangerous animal on the planet

Candace and Kanye bigotry…isn’t surprising when a huge chunk of the black community have the “Jews ran the world!” mindset but changed the Jews part to “ white people”

Yeah tomorrow anon but people acting shocked about their bigotry…sure if you turn a blind eye to the unhinged dog until the rabies comes out

Shit that kinda racist, but if people switch “white people” to “Jews” in the racist af but Society approved statements black activists got

You would think it’s a black edition of Mein Kampf

Sorry, the long puzzles things is meant to show how the Templars influence history while the assassins desperately try to stop them

no need to apologize I try to give some time to the things folks send, even most of the silly stuff.

Oh yes I know about Ford Antisemitism, ac acknowledge that in the long video I sent As Ford sent a certain item to Agent “H” to kick off WW2

Ya he was pretty bad, not uncommon at that time either, Louis Armstrong had a Jewish Lithuanian couple that lived next to him as a kid taught him some of their song, he found an affinity with 'these white people that got treated like us black people' always war a Star of David in their honor, if you have a little time to spend reading about it, it's a good story.

Ugh, okay which king I have to strangle in hell that decided that Jews were only good at doing “dirty” jobs like money?

That would be the Pope, Christians couldn't extract usury from other Christians so Jews did the loans since they could do them.

They were excluded from lots of jobs, that's why we wound up with so many of them in the arts and sciences and also entertainment.

Stayed in their own communities because not only community, but kosher is easier that way too, among other things.

I sure hope that antisemitism don’t come back like virus because people wanted to treat a geopolitical conflict like it a fucking kids cartoon

Feels like we're getting there, sadly, I hope I'm doing enough to stop it.

Oh btw, yes their fully grown adults, but Candace and Kanye antisemitism? Welll It’s heavily because how my community views the world Yes I’m 24, but allow me to explain

all ears

You see black Americans, since the fucking womb, that white people are the root of all our problems. Like years ago I learn that Africans sold Africans to Europeans But if my reactions to the horrific connections the Dahomey is to the black American diaspora Imagine the mentally hell older blacks may have

Best part of that movie was forcing people to confront that at last.

But back to my community…the problem is that my community have extremely bigoted views that is normalized. Like i remember someone saying that black activists (and many blacks in general) views white people the same way Nazis viewed the Jews But about Kanye because someone pointed out a line in Micheal Jackson song. Given how a lot of powerful people in the music industry often screwed over artists happen to be Jewish so I think Kanye projecting that a lot. No infantilizing him and sorry for the pain he caused

Look up ice cube's "no vaseline" dis track aimed at Eazy-E (E would be shredding his old mates lyrically if he hadn't got AIDS) I don't remember the exact line but you can tell cube isn't fond of the Hebrews even though he'd be dead on the street if not for the one that helped make him and the rest of them famous, also kind of homophobic and honestly saying I hope you get prison raped dry is not something anyone should say.

But the reason why I say I’m a zoomer Huey, i acknowledge that yes black Americans been fucked over…but we also have a lot of self destructive habits Also look how black activists say Asians are white adjacent or how magical negeroes thought the fuck up “joke” saying upset white people are the most dangerous animal on the planet

Go back to Louis Armstrong and what he'd said about that couple, now look at where the two groups are currently,

MLK was a Zionist and the Jewish community for the most part joined in with the black community for civil rights marches and protests and all that.

I don't know how Politico can actually determine his motive for doing it, but still the point here is that even in 1995 there were clubs that had a no blacks no Jews on the door, still are some too.

I always like people that say shit like this, guy doesn't care who you love and the only colour he cares about at the club is $$$green$$$

But that's beside the point, 1995 even if you could pay the $100,000 fee there were clubs all over the world you couldn't get into if you were black or Jewish, really should be more solidarity there I'd think.

Candace and Kanye bigotry…isn’t surprising when a huge chunk of the black community have the “Jews ran the world!” mindset but changed the Jews part to “ white people”

nick cannon ( I think) stepped in it a while back too, cost him his tv gig

Yeah tomorrow anon but people acting shocked about their bigotry…sure if you turn a blind eye to the unhinged dog until the rabies comes out Shit that kinda racist, but if people switch “white people” to “Jews” in the racist af but Society approved statements black activists got

@inverted-race is fun, dead but the race swapped posts are still there and good fun

You would think it’s a black edition of Mein Kampf

They made a feminist one and it got peer reviewed and published in a academic journal, team that did that one did several and I think all but four were published, so why not.

Gonna have to wait on that other one till tomorrow, it's time to start shutting my brain off I'd like to get some final fantasy VI time in, still need to order a controller so I can do the other games I have that I really want to play but I keep forgetting to get a controller.

[vyckuke]

from february, inspired by lithuanian folk art

[madstars-festival]

[JURY INTERVIEW] MAD STARS, WHAT AN EXPERIENCE

MAD STARS attracts attendees from every corner of the Asia-Pacific region as well as jury members from places as far-flung as Mexico and Sub-Saharan Africa.

We wanted to know what they thought of last year’s festival, so we asked juries from countries near and far.

Kapil Bhimekar, creative director, Leo Burnett

MAD STARS was a highly inspiring and enriching experience. I was pleasingly surprised in so many ways, be it the quality of work, the venue, or even the whole organization of the event itself, it was so well done.

The thing that especially stood out for me was the people of Busan. I have never felt such warmth. The people from the organizing committee, as well as the locals around the town, were extremely helpful. The city overall has a beautiful welcoming vibe to it.

James Keng Lim, director of creative strategy, GCI Health

From a purpose and their entries model point of view, MAD STARS deserves all the credit. It embodies the ethos that the maddest ideas can change the world, independent of the size of the proverbial purse strings. I also want to take this opportunity to congratulate and commend the organizers and the relentless work done by the staff.

The festival ran like clockwork. It was well-organized and thoughtfully put together. I think I speak for all the juries when I say it is a festival all of us want to be a part of. That’s a huge compliment and validation of the great work done to put this festival together. 

Rimantas Stanevičius, creative director, Milk

This was my first time at MAD STARS. While the festival typically doesn't extend invitations to preliminary jurors, my enthusiasm for a complete experience led me to secure a grant from the Lithuanian Ministry of Culture. This allowed me to travel to Busan and represent our local Art Directors Club through podcasting.

I had the privilege of meeting tons of amazing people from the industry, forging new connections, and rekindling old ones. For example, I had a chance to reconnect with fellow alumni from the Berlin School of Creative Leadership. I’d say my time there was well-spent, producing over two hours of interviews talking to Rey Kim of Mad Stars, Gabriel Lora, Jesse Wong, Becky McOwen Banks, and Mohammad Akrum Hossain among others.

Nurlan Satarov, creative director & creative group director, Cheil Worldwide

This was my third time as a juror since 2019, and I've noticed that the festival's scale and influence keep growing with each passing year.  What sets MAD STARS apart from other awards shows is that it’s free to enter. And guess what? They've got a ton of entries that have won big awards at Cannes Lions, One Show, Spikes, and D&AD (the toughest festival to win, in my opinion). It's awesome spotting hidden little gems amidst the massive cases. Making it onto the list of award-winning works alongside those giants is a sweet deal, even if you land on the shortlist.

I genuinely enjoy heading to Busan and connecting with fantastic folks at Mad Stars. It's such a cozy and welcoming event. Returning to the festival in person after the pandemic was especially wonderful. There's just something special about being able to participate in person and connect with people face to face again. There's no denying it, festivals by the sea have this magical vibe that's hard to replicate elsewhere.

Speaking of the judging process, the system got a major upgrade. All the necessary information and materials were delivered promptly and without any hiccups, making the whole experience smooth and convenient. With over 20,000 entries last year, Mad Stars has certainly become a big fish in the global awards scene. Winning any type of award at Mad Stars amid such fierce competition is a remarkable achievement and a testament to the outstanding quality of the work. It's no small feat to stand out among the world's top-notch entries. A big shoutout to the folks in the jury support division – they made a difference and helped make the whole process even better.

MAD STARS are like ROCK STARS. It's hard not to love what they are doing.

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MAD STARS 2023 was filled with so many diverse experiences and warm memories!

What kind of juries will be joining MAD STARS this year?

We are looking forward to welcoming global experts who will evaluate various creative solutions with a fresh perspective at MAD STARS!

Don't miss out on the opportunity to evaluate outstanding entries from all over the world and make memories in the hot summer in the beautiful city of Busan by the sea!

Want to be a jury member for MAD STARS 2024?!

👉🏻 https://bit.ly/3wcSNp8

[arnaerr]

Summer Reading/Writing/Arting Tag

tagged by @lucien-lachance, thank you <3

1) Describe one creative WIP project you’re planning to work on over the summer.

I don't plan any huge projects, but I intend to work more on character design and finally finish this goddamn 3D house I started in Blender ages ago

2) Rec a book!

Piranesi by S. Clarke

3) Rec a fic! (outside your character tag)

These ones with Rekke/The Watcher 😳

4) Rec music!

Tolumėla by Virginija Pievos is one of my fav folk albums, and I've been listening to it non stop recently. Lithuanian ethnic music just hits differently fr

5) Share one piece of advice!

Sharing three, this sign won't srop me bc i can't read

1. Discipline > Motivation. Motivation sucks, keep going in your pace despite everything.

2. Be kinder to yourself. REST!!! Rest is a part of productivity too.

3. Have fun, we live only once.

[madam-of-lithuania]

Lithuania is such a beautiful country that I want to visit one day. Do you have any must see places or travel tips for you country? Thank you! 😊

Sorry that I didn't answered sooner I am busy with my fanarts and preparing for another hetalia event 😅

I glad that you like my country Lithuania🇱🇹

I have some

1. negyvosios kopos(The Dead Dunes)but I like to call it and nickname it as The Lithuanian Desert, is from Kuršių Nerijoje(The Curonian Spit) it was just a long time when I was in The Curonian Spit and in The Dead Dunes I wanna visit it again

2. Raganų Kalnas(The Hill of Witches)from my favorite sea resort town Juodkrantė, Curonian Spit, Lithuania🇱🇹

Is an outdoor wooden folk sculpture gallery

3. My favorite sea resort town Juodkrantė, Curonian Spit, Lithuania🇱🇹

Is a beautiful town with many beautiful old wooden houses

4. Velnių Muziejus(The Devil Museum)from my home city Kaunas, Lithuania🇱🇹, it has many interesting and fascinating exhibits, sculptures, carvings, paintings and mask of many devils from all over world and many other cultures, it you have huge interest in supernatural, pagan, legends, myths and mythology stuff like me then you well definitely gonna loved it The Devil Museum and The Hill of Witches just like how I do

5. M.K. Čiurlionis National Art Museum from my home city Kaunas, Lithuania🇱🇹

The museums exhibit collection is M.K. Čiurlionis's works, Lithuanian folk art, 15th and 20th centuries art, ancient world art, foreign fine and applied art, numismatics and it always has new exhibits to see too

6. Istorinė Lietuvos Respublikos Prezidentūra(Historical Presidential Palace) from my home city Kaunas, Lithuania🇱🇹

Who is also a museum about our old president's from the interwar period when my home city Kaunas was a temporary capital of Lithuania in the interwar period

8. Gedimino pilis(The Gediminas Castle) Vilnius, Lithuania🇱🇹 it you are interested in this castle's and The Grand Duchy of Lithuania's history

9. The Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania, Vilnius, Lithuania🇱🇹

The museum about The Grand Dukes of Lithuania and The Grand Duchy of Lithuania

And it you want to know more about my country and the better explaining I recommend to you two YouTubers who make good, Great and well researched and informative videos about my country, those two YouTubers are Lithuania Explained and Atlasito

Lithuania Explained is a Canadian YouTuber who lives in my country Lithuania and makes really great and well researched and informative videos about my country

Here's the link to Lithuania Explained's YouTube channel

Atlasito is a Lithuanian YouTuber who also makes good and well researched and informative videos about my country and also makes Lithuania travel videos, I recommend to watch both of those YouTubers both of their videos are great and well researched and informative

Here's the link to Atlasito's YouTube channel

Ačiū(thank you)for asking me 💖✨️

[katakiosk]

FLUXUS meets FOLK.

These semi-folk eye goggles pay tribute to George Maciunas (Jurgis Mačiūnas), a Lithuanian American artist who was a founding member and central coordinator of Fluxus. Although Maciunas initially conceived the name "Fluxus" for a publication covering Lithuanian culture during a meeting of Lithuanian émigrés, Fluxus soon evolved into an international community of artists, architects, composers, and designers. Maciunas is best known for organizing and participating in early happenings and creating a series of influential artists' multiples. While Maciunas was alive, Fluxus works were not signed, numbered, or credited to any specific artist, causing confusion surrounding many key pieces. Maciunas aimed to uphold his stated goal of demonstrating the non-professional status, dispensability, and inclusiveness of artists and the idea that anything can be art and anyone can create it.

[veralevina15]

(rus) Что мы хотим? Увидеть арты с прекрасными девицами и молодицами в национальных костюмах!

Можете написать в комментариях своё предложение по женскому костюму - страну/народ и, желательно, регион. Допустим, Россия, костюм Калужской области; или же просто, литовский костюм - и тогда я сама выберу регион.

Из предложенного я выберу 2-3 костюма и нарисую. Очень хочется распространить красоту народных одеяний 💕🌸🌺

(eng)

What do we want? We want to see art with beautiful women in national costumes! You can leave in the comments your proposal for a women's costume - a country / people and, preferably, a region. For example Russia, the costume of the Kaluga region; or simply, a Lithuanian costume - and then I will choose the region myself. I will choose 2-3 costumes and draw. I really want to spread the beauty of folk clothes 💕🌸🌺

На фото: девушки в польском костюме, а именно, strój łowicki.

In the photo: women in a Polish costume (strój łowicki).

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Lithuanian female clothing by Stasys Ušinskas

[joeledsouza-12]

The 6 interesting facts about Latvia

Latvia, a beautiful country nestled in Northern Europe, is often overshadowed by its larger neighbors, but it holds a wealth of history, culture, and natural beauty. From its ancient language to its breathtaking landscapes, Latvia is a land full of surprises. Though small, Latvia’s vibrant traditions and unique attractions make it a must-visit destination for curious travelers.

With its dense forests, stunning architecture, and a deep connection to its cultural roots, Latvia offers much more than meets the eye. Whether you're interested in exploring its UNESCO World Heritage sites or delving into its rich folk traditions, Latvia promises an unforgettable experience filled with fascinating facts that reflect the country’s enduring heritage and natural charm.

Here are some interesting facts about Latvia.

1. The Language of Latvia Is Among the Oldest in the World:

One of the oldest and least altered languages in Europe is Latvian, which is a member of the Baltic language family. It is regarded as one of the oldest languages still in use, along with Lithuanian. Because Latvian keeps a lot of the characteristics of the early Indo-European languages, linguists from all over the world find it to be an interesting language to study. Latvians are extremely proud of maintaining their linguistic heritage because it is closely linked to their cultural identity.

2. It’s Home to the World’s Widest Waterfall:

Although Latvia lacks massive mountains, it does have one amazing natural feature: the world's widest waterfall, Ventas Rumba. Ventas Rumba is situated in the town of Kuldīga and is more than 270 meters across. The waterfall is a well-liked destination for nature lovers despite its modest height due to its width and the serene beauty of the surroundings. Even as a place where fishermen used to catch fish as they jumped over the falls, the waterfall has played a significant role in the history of the area.

3. Song and dance have a rich tradition in Latvia:

The rich heritage of folk music and dance in Latvia is among its most vibrant features. Tens of thousands of performers gather for Latvia's massive annual Nationwide Song and Dance Festival, which takes place every five years. The festival features choir performances and traditional Latvian songs and dances and has been acknowledged by UNESCO as a component of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This custom demonstrates Latvians' strong sense of unity and pride in their country, as well as their dedication to maintaining their rich cultural legacy.

4. Half of Latvia is covered by forests:

With almost half of its land covered in forests, Latvia is renowned for its abundant greenery. A wide variety of wildlife, such as wolves, European bison, and lynxes, can be found in these enormous woodlands. In addition to being a vital component of Latvia's ecology, the country's forests have a profound impact on its history and culture. A common nickname for Latvia is the "land of blue lakes and green forests," and hiking, mushroom hunting, and berry foraging are popular outdoor pursuits.

5. Riga’s Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site:

Riga's capital city is a historical and architecturally rich treasure trove. UNESCO has recognized Riga's Old Town, with its medieval architecture and cobblestone streets, as a World Heritage Site. One of the best examples of Art Nouveau architecture in all of Europe can be found in this region. Numerous historical sites, such as the House of the Blackheads and the Dome Cathedral, can be found in Riga. It feels like a trip back in time to stroll through the Old Town because of the beautifully preserved buildings that offer a window into Latvia's illustrious past.

6. Beer is loved in Latvia:

Beer has a particular place in Latvian hearts due to the country's long history of brewing. The nation is home to numerous small, independent breweries that produce a wide range of distinctive and traditional beers. Latvia boasts a thriving and diverse beer culture, ranging from light and refreshing lagers to rich and dark beers. Popular events include beer festivals and tastings, and traditional Latvian pubs frequently serve local brews to guests. Beer has actually been a staple of Latvian social life and festivities for generations.

Conclusion

Latvia is a hidden gem in Northern Europe, offering a rich blend of cultural heritage, natural beauty, and intriguing history. From its ancient language to its dense forests and stunning architecture, Latvia’s unique characteristics make it a captivating destination. Whether you're exploring the wide Ventas Rumba waterfall or the historical streets of Riga’s Old Town, Latvia promises unforgettable experiences.

For those planning to visit, obtaining a Latvia visa is the first step toward discovering this remarkable country. A visa opens the door to explore Latvia’s charming landscapes, partake in its vibrant festivals, and immerse yourself in the local traditions. Latvia’s blend of old-world charm and natural wonders makes it an ideal destination for curious travelers.