About Ritual, Symbolism and Intuition with The Knotty Ones

A conversation with The Knotty Ones. We talk painting, symbolism and quiet rituals that guide the beginning of each of my works.

“Hands only have power when they are guided by the heart,” the artist says. “The hand moves before the mind. An inner, invisible force switches on, and I simply paint.”

In these moments, the body becomes an instrument, translating something that feels larger than conscious thought.

Symbolism has a significant role in Radvile’s creative process. Sacred and archaic forms appear throughout Radvilė’s work, connecting contemporary experience with older layers of meaning. Her visual language has been shaped by many influences – a long-standing interest in Eastern philosophy, time spent in Mexico that led to her first exhibition, and a broader curiosity about mysticism and cultural histories.

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