Vygantas Navickas

Would you like to be part of a noble initiative that brings hope and help to those in need this Christmas season? 🙏 Please read to the end—it’s important!

Charity Auction: Let’s Help Penkta Koja!
I, Vygantas Navickas, invite you to join a noble initiative—an auction aimed at supporting Penkta Koja, the largest dog shelter in Lithuania. This organization strives to reduce the number of stray animals through humane means such as sterilization, responsible adoption, and public education.

However, Penkta Koja is currently facing a huge challenge—the shelter is overcrowded. At the moment, it houses nearly 400 dogs, with each staff member taking care of over 70 animals daily.

During the auction, you’ll have the opportunity to acquire one of my unique artworks, and all proceeds will go towards expanding the Penkta Koja shelter—brick by brick!

💡 The artwork is already on display at the Balta Gallery (M. Valančiaus g. 21, Kaunas)!

📅 Event Program

⏰ 4 PM – Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at M. Valančiaus g. Square.
⏰ After the lighting ceremony – Auction at Balta Gallery.
📍 Balta Gallery, M. Valančiaus g. 21, Kaunas Old Town.

Can’t attend in person? No problem!
Join us via a live stream on Facebook and participate in the auction remotely!

Visit the Christmas village, enjoy the tree lighting celebration, warm drinks, and delicious treats, and make sure to stop by the Balta Gallery for the auction!

Let’s create Christmas memories together and give a brighter future to those who need it most! 🐾

Don’t forget to share this invitation with your friends and family—together, we can achieve more and help these wonderful animals!

Recently, our like-minded club gathered for a morning filled with music, poetry, and warm conversations. My new painting exhibition, "My Soul Calls for Colors," was introduced, inviting reflection on an inner world full of emotions and energy.

The musical atmosphere was created by the melodies of composer, organist, and choral conductor Juozas Naujalis. Rasa Endriukaitienė, the artistic director of the Domeikava Choir “Versmė,” shared insights about Naujalis's works and legacy. This year marks three important anniversaries for the composer: the 155th anniversary of his birth, the 90th anniversary of his death, and 100 years since the first Lithuanian Song Festival held in 1924. The event was complemented by Rasa's autumn poetry, adding warmth and a personal touch.

Additionally, club members shared impressions from the books they had read. One of the most remarkable was "The Art Thief" by Michael Finkel, an intriguing true story of global art theft that provides a deeper understanding of the art world and its secrets.

A heartfelt thank you for the warm gathering, and we eagerly await future opportunities to come together and share the spirit of art.

As of October 23, 2024, I am excited to announce that I have become a member of the “Vaivorykštė” Art Studio. This studio is one of the oldest art studios in the Kaunas cultural center and has a rich history that dates back to 1946 when it was established in the former Kaunas Trade Union Culture House.

“Vaivorykštė” brings together amateur artists who strive not only to improve their craft but also to share experiences and inspiration with one another. I am thrilled to be a part of this creative community. I believe this membership will open new opportunities for me to grow, broaden my horizons, and participate in various events and exhibitions.

I am confident that “Vaivorykštė” will serve as a great platform for my artistic ideas and projects. I will share my experiences and thoughts about this new journey, so stay tuned to my blog!

My painting "Ballerina" has been selected as one of the top 20 artworks to be exhibited at the International Artist of Europe Award 2024 in Florence.

My painting "Ballerina" has been selected as one of the top 20 artworks to be exhibited at the International Artist of Europe Award 2024 in Florence.