Smiltė Banevičiūtė


I am a visual artist based in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. While photography is my primary medium, I often blend it with other forms of expression, including experimental writing and installation, to create immersive and reflective experiences. My artistic practice is deeply influenced by my home country - Lithuania. Growing up surrounded by nature shaped the way I see the world, making me sensitive to the ways we relate to our environment.
I consider myself an explorer, drawn to details and the endless possibilities within nature’s elements. My process is both intuitive and research-based - I begin by capturing an image, a thought, or a question and then investigate through different materials, writing, print techniques, and presentation forms. Research plays an essential role in my practice, allowing me to explore connections between natural processes, human experiences, and broader ecological questions. I am interested in working with glass prints and experimenting with different ways of combining visual and written forms. My final works are presented in an abstract form, often as installations, inviting the viewer to engage with the piece beyond traditional observation.
My recent work has been influenced by Astrida Neimanis, a feminist scholar whose research explores bodies of water and their entanglements with human and non-human life. Her concepts of hydrofeminism and weathering deeply resonate with me - hydrofeminism emphasizes the interconnectedness of bodies and water, while weathering considers how time, exposure, and external forces shape both human and environmental bodies. These ideas align with my ongoing exploration of gratitude, movement, and emotional connections to the natural world. My latest projects - Dear Water (June 2024) and Dear Weather (December 2024) - directly engage with these themes.
My work leaves space for interpretation. However, I hope for more than personal appreciation, encouraging my audience to reflect on their own relationship with the environment and consider possibilities for change. Whether through shifts in routine, newfound awareness, or meaningful gestures toward environmental care, I seek to inspire a deeper connection with nature and encourage meaningful change for its sake.


