Romarika is an artist whose creative path combines engineering thinking and visual art. Born in Panevėžys, after graduating from Vilnius Technical University (then VISI) as a civil engineer, she lived in Jurbarka for a long time, where she raised four children. Having discovered art studies more than a decade ago, the artist actively participates in exhibitions and art projects. In 2023, she obtained a master's degree in stained glass at the Vilnius Academy of Arts - a dream that has become a motivation to grow further. Romarika creates from recycled glass, broken glass and fragments of her previous works, exploring the continuity of materiality and conveying the idea of sustainability in art. Her work is a bridge between the past and the future, between fragility and the new cycle of life.
Glass art installation "Melting Boundaries"
“Melting Boundaries” is a glass art installation that reflects the threats of climate change and the fragile human connection with nature. Nine glued glass fragments arranged on a metal mesh symbolize melting glaciers – a metaphor for the irreversible changes in the modern world. The installation responds to the context of Elektrėnai – a young, industrial city: does young mean resilient? Will we remain responsible towards nature against the backdrop of technological progress? Sunlight refracting on the glass surface creates the impression of melting and invites us to stop, look, and think. The metal mesh on which the glass “glaciers” rest conveys the dual impact of humans on the environment – we can create protection, but we can also become a threat. The QR code attached to the installation allows you to hear the sound of a melting glacier and learn facts about the effects of climate change. The installation is relevant both globally and locally – Elektrėnai, which emerged on the shores of the lagoon as an energy center, is today also becoming a witness to changes, ecological issues and the blurring of boundaries. It is a silent but powerful invitation to reflect: what more can we do – and how much time do we still have?
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